Controlling and Accounting Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Controlling and Accounting Manager

Buford, Georgia

Salary : 115,000 USD + Bonus

I am partnering with an established automotive manufacturing organisation that is hiring a Controlling and Accounting Manager for its plant in Buford, Georgia. This role suits someone who enjoys being deeply involved in daily operations while also influencing strategic financial outcomes.

About the Role

You will take responsibility for the full controlling and accounting scope within the plant while working closely with cross-functional leaders. The ideal candidate will be comfortable rolling up their sleeves, leading a small team, and delivering accurate financial insights that support operational and commercial goals.

Key Responsibilities

Lead budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and financial analysis

Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual closing in line with IFRS and GAAP

Ensure accuracy across the general ledger, AP, AR, fixed assets, and payroll

Run reporting in SAP and Lucanet with strong variance analysis

Present financial results with clear recommendations

Maintain bi-weekly liquidity forecasts

Execute product costing, cost center accounting, pricing, and internal allocations

Support production controlling and monitor plant cost efficiency

Support investment planning including DCF calculations and capacity studies

Review KPIs including working capital, PPV, and related metrics

Ensure compliance with internal controls and tax regulations

Manage internal and external audits

Identify opportunities to improve transparency and efficiency

Lead and mentor a small accounting team

Partner closely with plant leadership and cross-functional teams

Qualifications

Bachelor or Master degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field

Five or more years of controlling or accounting experience in manufacturing

Automotive sector experience is preferred

Strong understanding of IFRS, GAAP, cost accounting, and tax rules

Experience with SAP, Lucanet, and advanced Excel

Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly

Hands-on, detail-driven mindset with strategic capability

Fluent in English

Whats on Offer

Salary of 115,000 USD plus bonus

Full benefits package

Strong career development opportunities

International, collaborative environment