Finance Operations Manager Controller

Job Description

Job Description

We are working with a client close to Burlington, NC seeking to hire a strong Controller candidate for a newly created role within this publicly traded, manufacturing company. This position will work directly with the Controller to develop a Shared Services group for Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable

This is an on-site and direct hire role

The Finance Operations Manager is responsible for building and leading the AP/AR shared services function, ensuring disciplined execution of finance operations, and supporting transformation initiatives across multiple entities. This role establishes a scalable operating model for transaction processing and expands into broader coordination and project execution across finance.

1. Shared Services Development & Leadership

· Build and lead centralized AP/AR shared services across all entities

· Transition transactional work from sites to a standardized shared services model

· Define and implement operating procedures for AP, AR, and expense processes

· Establish clear ownership, workload balance, and process consistency

2. Finance Operations Execution & Coordination

· Ensure consistent execution of finance processes across all entities

· Coordinate with Accounting, Site Controllers, and shared services teams

· Support month-end execution through tracking, follow-up, and gap resolution

3. Process Ownership & Standardization

· Own end-to-end operational workflows (AP, AR, transaction processes)

· Define and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs)

· Ensure processes are scalable, repeatable, and consistently executed

4. AP Automation & System Implementation

· Lead AP automation implementation and stabilization

· Ensure alignment between automation tools, ERP systems, and workflows

· Drive adoption and continuous improvement of automated processes

5. Transformation Projects & Continuous Improvement

· Support finance transformation initiatives

· Drive improvements in process efficiency and workflow clarity

· Participate in cross-functional projects impacting finance operations

Education & Experience Requirements

· Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required

· 7+ years of experience in accounting, finance operations, or shared services environment

· Experience with AP/AR processes and transaction-heavy environments

· Experience working with ERP systems (Epicor or similar preferred)

· Experience supporting or participating in process improvement, automation, or system implementation projects

· Strong understanding of accounting fundamentals and financial statement impact

· Experience working in multi-entity or multi-site environments preferred

Salary up to 90K

We will work tirelessly on your behalf to identify opportunities that will best match your career goals to our clients' hiring needs!

Company Description

We will work tirelessly on your behalf to identify opportunities that will best match your career goals to our clients' hiring needs!