<p>Robert Half Management Resources is currently looking for an experienced Sr. Buyer to support a manufacturing client in New Albany, Ohio for a 2-3 month special project role. This fully onsite role will support elevated seasonal production needs by overseeing material purchasing and production planning activities for a third-party filling operation. The position is expected to run for approximately 2–3 months through mid-to-late December and requires strong coordination across supply, inventory, finance, and operations teams. This role requires strong organization and stakeholder engagement skills, as this project has high leadership visibility. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead purchasing activities for components and labeling materials needed to maintain scheduled production output at an external filling partner.</p><p>• Evaluate demand signals, material requirements, bills of material, and system data to determine order quantities and delivery timing.</p><p>• Issue and manage purchase orders, confirm supplier commitments, and drive follow-up actions to resolve delayed, short, or inaccurate shipments.</p><p>• Monitor inventory position, material availability, shortages, excess stock, and obsolete items to support uninterrupted operations.</p><p>• Partner with suppliers and internal teams across Quality, Finance, and Inventory Control to address receiving discrepancies, invoice questions, and material-related issues.</p><p>• Build and maintain production schedules based on customer demand, available materials, bulk readiness, and site capacity constraints.</p><p>• Coordinate bulk production and inbound deliveries so required materials arrive in time for planned filling activities.</p><p>• Maintain accurate sales order, production, and transactional data in SAP, including production postings and supporting documentation.</p><p>• Track manufacturing progress, shipment readiness, and delivery timing while communicating schedule risks, delays, and changes to stakeholders.</p><p>• Prepare status updates, maintain detailed trackers, and ensure work is completed in alignment with company procedures, quality expectations, and safety standards.</p>
<p>Robert Half Management Resources is currently look for an experienced Controller to support a light manufacturing client onsite in Columbus, OH for 2-3 months. This opportunity is ideal for a hands-on accounting leader who can provide immediate support across accounting operations while helping maintain continuity during a leadership transition. The person in this position will oversee key financial activities, guide a small team, and contribute to accurate reporting, compliance, and operational decision-making. Candidates with a background in manufacturing environments and strong exposure to core accounting processes will be well suited for this assignment. This role is 100% onsite in Columbus, OH. The interim controller role is needed until a permanent controller is hired; interim controller can be considered for the permanent role if interested.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct daily accounting operations, ensuring financial records, transactions, and reporting are completed accurately and on schedule.</p><p>• Supervise one direct report and provide leadership across accounting activities that support the broader organization and related entities.</p><p>• Manage essential processes such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, collections, cash activity, accruals, and bank reconciliations.</p><p>• Oversee payroll administration, including commissions, benefit deductions, and coordination of payroll-related records.</p><p>• Lead the month-end close process, prepare journal entries, and deliver timely financial statements and management reports.</p><p>• Develop and monitor budgets, forecasts, variance analyses, fixed asset schedules, and chart of accounts maintenance.</p><p>• Strengthen accounting procedures, internal controls, and financial workflows to support accuracy and consistency.</p><p>• Coordinate tax and compliance activities, including sales tax filings, audit support, government reporting, and covenant-related tracking.</p><p>• Provide financial insight through cost analysis, profitability reporting, and operational metrics to support leadership decisions.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Controller to oversee the financial operations of a growing manufacturing business in Columbus, Ohio. This position will lead core accounting functions, provide reliable financial insight for planning and decision-making, and help maintain efficient day-to-day processes across budgeting, payroll, and month-end reporting. The ideal candidate brings deep controller-level experience and a strong command of manufacturing finance, along with the ability to keep records accurate, organized, and actionable.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the company’s accounting activities, ensuring financial records are complete, accurate, and maintained in a timely manner.<br>• Manage monthly close activities, including account reconciliations, journal entries, and preparation of internal financial statements.<br>• Develop and monitor budgets and forecasts to support operational planning and business performance.<br>• Oversee payroll administration using ADP and confirm employee compensation is processed correctly and on schedule.<br>• Maintain and improve financial reporting in QuickBooks and Excel to provide clear visibility into company results.<br>• Support manufacturing operations by tracking costs, analyzing financial trends, and identifying areas for improved efficiency.<br>• Organize, compile, and maintain financial and business documentation, including digital records and scanned files, for audit readiness and internal control.<br>• Partner with leadership to deliver financial analysis, recommendations, and reporting that support strategic decisions.
We are looking for a detail-oriented Purchasing Specialist to support inventory planning and supplier coordination in Columbus, Ohio. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for someone who is comfortable working with replenishment cycles, reporting tools, and cross-functional communication. The person in this role will help maintain accurate inventory information, partner with vendors and internal sales teams, and contribute to ongoing data quality improvements.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Monitor stock levels and support purchasing activities to keep inventory aligned with business demand.<br>• Manage replenishment timing and quantities by reviewing inventory cycles and identifying restocking needs.<br>• Prepare, organize, and analyze Excel-based reports to track purchasing and inventory performance.<br>• Communicate with suppliers and internal sales representatives to resolve order issues, clarify needs, and maintain smooth operations.<br>• Investigate discrepancies related to inventory, purchasing records, or product availability and take corrective action.<br>• Assist with data cleanup efforts to improve the accuracy and consistency of purchasing and inventory information.<br>• Support physical inventory-related activities and help maintain reliable stock records across warehouse operations.<br>• Use sound judgment and problem-solving skills to address purchasing and supply chain challenges as they arise.