<p>Chris Preble is working with a Syracuse manufacturing client of his that is seeking a proven leader to drive operational excellence and spearhead a lean transformation across its production operations. This role will combine hands-on management with strategic leadership, overseeing day-to-day production while embedding a continuous improvement culture throughout the organization.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead all aspects of production operations, ensuring safety, quality, delivery, and cost targets are consistently met.</li><li>Drive lean manufacturing initiatives, including value stream mapping, 5S, Kaizen, SMED, and visual management, to optimize efficiency and reduce waste.</li><li>Partner with leadership to design and execute a multi-year lean transformation roadmap.</li><li>Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) for production, track results, and implement corrective actions where needed.</li><li>Champion a culture of continuous improvement, engaging and training staff at all levels in lean principles and problem-solving methods.</li><li>Ensure compliance with regulatory, environmental, and safety standards.</li><li>Collaborate with engineering, supply chain, and quality teams to improve workflows and implement best practices.</li><li>Provide coaching, mentoring, and leadership to supervisors and production staff to build high-performing teams.</li><li>Identify opportunities for technology adoption and process automation to support long-term scalability.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Chris Preble from Robert Half is looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Controller to join a dynamic manufacturing client of his in Utica. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in helping to oversee financial operations, ensuring accuracy in reporting, and collaborating with various departments to align financial practices with business objectives. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to process improvements while supporting critical accounting functions. This role will also have growth to it and the company has solid benefits.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Help manage month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring all financial records are accurate and complete.</p><p>• Help oversee general ledger activities, including account reconciliations and adjustments.</p><p>• Prepare detailed internal financial reports and assist in the creation of external financial statements.</p><p>• Supervise key functions such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and fixed asset management.</p><p>• Collaborate with operations, production, and procurement teams to ensure financial data aligns with business activities.</p><p>• Assist in the development and monitoring of budgets, forecasts, and variance analyses.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures, and coordinate with external auditors during audits.</p><p>• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and strengthen internal controls.</p><p>• Provide support for regulatory and compliance requirements.</p>
<p>Chris Preble from Robert Half is working with a Syracuse client of his that has been growing a lot over the years. This is a low turnover organization with solid benefits and excellent work life balance.</p><p><br></p><p>The Director of Accounting is a senior finance leader responsible for overseeing the company’s accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal controls within a manufacturing environment. This role serves as a key strategic partner to executive leadership and operates in a highly visible, hands-on capacity—functioning as a “working CFO” for the organization.</p><p>The Director of Accounting will lead the preparation and presentation of financial statements, collaborate closely with the General Manager and Human Resources leadership, and provide financial guidance across departments. This role requires both technical accounting expertise and the ability to communicate financial insights effectively to senior management and the Board of Directors.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Financial Reporting & Board Presentation</strong></p><ul><li>Lead the preparation of accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.</li><li>Present financial results, trends, and key insights to executive leadership and the Board of Directors.</li><li>Ensure strong internal controls and compliance with accounting standards and company policies.</li><li>Serve as the primary accounting subject matter expert for leadership and cross-functional partners.</li></ul><p><strong>Accounting Operations</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee the day-to-day accounting function, including general ledger, month-end close, account reconciliations, and financial analysis.</li><li>Manage and mentor accounting staff, providing hands-on support, guidance, and development.</li><li>Drive continuous improvement in accounting processes, systems, and controls.</li></ul><p><strong>Cost Accounting & Manufacturing Finance</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee cost accounting activities, including inventory valuation, standard costing, variance analysis, and margin analysis.</li><li>Partner with operations and supply chain teams to ensure accurate costing and meaningful financial insights.</li><li>Support operational decision-making through detailed cost and profitability analysis.</li></ul><p><strong>Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Leadership</strong></p><ul><li>Partner with department leaders to develop, manage, and monitor budgets and forecasts.</li><li>Provide guidance and support to leaders across the organization on financial planning, cost management, and performance tracking.</li><li>Act as a financial thought partner to management at all levels, translating financial data into actionable insights.</li></ul><p><strong>Cross-Functional & Executive Partnership</strong></p><ul><li>Work closely with the General Manager and Human Resources leadership in a collaborative, engaged environment.</li><li>Support strategic initiatives, capital investments, and operational planning.</li></ul><p><br></p>
