Controller

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Controller Schunk Carbon Technology Menomonee Falls, WI The OpportunityThis is a hands-on leadership role for an experienced manufacturing accounting professional who wants both ownership and impact. The Controller leads the day-to-day accounting function for SCT-US, builds a disciplined and reliable close process, strengthens financial controls, and develops the accounting team. Working closely with the Director of Finance & Administration and operational leaders, this role ensures the numbers are accurate, timely, well understood, and useful for decision-making.WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS You will create clear ownership for accounting execution, improve close discipline and reporting quality, reduce key-person dependency, and enable stronger focus on margin, working capital, process improvement, and business partnership. About Schunk Carbon TechnologySchunk Carbon Technology manufactures electrical assemblies and components used in a wide range of electrical and mechanical applications. Our Menomonee Falls operation has more than 95 employees and operates as part of the Schunk Group, a privately held global organization headquartered in Germany with diverse operations across 26 countries. Key Responsibilities Accounting leadership and team development: Lead, coach, and develop the accounting team responsible for accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, banking, credit and collections, and cost accounting. Establish clear ownership, cross-training, accountability, and effective backup coverage. Month-end close and financial reporting: Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, including the close calendar, journal entries, reconciliations, accruals, account analysis, and completion discipline. Deliver accurate and timely financial reporting to local management and Group Controlling. General ledger and financial integrity: Maintain the integrity of the general ledger and ensure financial transactions are recorded completely, accurately, and consistently. Review balance-sheet reconciliations and investigate unusual items or accounting issues. Cost accounting leadership and manufacturing insight: Lead and support the Senior Cost Accountant in maintaining accurate standard costs, inventory accounting, variance analysis, and proposal costing activities. Review cost information for accuracy, identify opportunities for improvement, and collaborate with operations to enhance cost visibility, manufacturing performance, and business decision-making. Budgeting, planning, and analysis: Coordinate and prepare annual and periodic budgets for the income statement, balance sheet, cash requirements, and capital equipment. Analyze results against budget and explain material revenue, cost, and expense variances. Controls, compliance, tax, and audit: Maintain effective accounting controls and documentation. Coordinate financial... For full info follow application link. MRA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/73DAB55589BC4623