Controller

About the role

The Controller at Vibrantz Technologies is responsible for financial management, cost accounting, and overall accounting activities supporting manufacturing operations. This role ensures compliance with accounting standards and internal control requirements while providing financial insight to drive operational performance and decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Manage cost accounting and inventory processes, including standard cost updates, variance analysis, and inventory valuation methodologies.
• Oversee general accounting activities, including journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and audit support.
• Analyze financial performance and provide insights on plant operations, including P&L reporting and variance explanations.
• Support forecasting, budgeting, and financial planning activities for manufacturing operations.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance, improve financial processes, and support operational performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related business field.
• Minimum of 3–7 years of experience in general ledger accounting and cost accounting.
• Working knowledge of accounting standards and internal controls (e.g., US GAAP, SOX).
• Experience using ERP systems for financial and operational reporting.
• Strong analytical and communication skills with the ability to support operational decision-making.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA, MBA, or other relevant professional certification.
• Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems, preferably S/4HANA.
• Experience working in manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain internal controls and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Total Rewards

We offer comprehensive total rewards packages including base pay, variable incentive programs, 401K, medical, dental, vision, life & disability, and variety of well-being resources that meet the needs of our diverse workforce. Union benefits are governed by the applicable collective bargaining unit agreement.

Vibrantz is committed to maintaining pay transparency in accordance with applicable laws and best practices. Compensation for this position will be determined based on a combination of factors, including education, professional certifications, relevant experience, and other job-related considerations permitted by law.

Pay

$106,670.15 - $133,337.69

Schedule

N/A

Benefits

Vibrantz offers a range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life & disability, and well-being resources. Union benefits are governed by the applicable collective bargaining unit agreement.

Location

Ashtabula, OH

Contact

Vibrantz Technologies Inc. ("Vibrantz") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. Vibrantz strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, gender, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other characteristics protected under applicable federal, state or local law.