Plant Controller

We are seeking a hands-on Controller to support financial operations within a dynamic manufacturing environment. This role partners closely with operations leadership to provide financial insight, maintain strong controls, and drive cost efficiency and overall business performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee plant-level financials including P&L, cost of goods sold, and inventory

• Manage cost accounting processes, including standard costing, variance analysis, and cost optimization initiatives

• Support inventory accounting across raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods

• Lead month-end close, including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations

• Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies

• Assist with internal and external audits

Operations & Business Partnership

• Partner with operations and leadership to analyze performance and identify improvement opportunities

• Provide financial insights into production efficiency, labor utilization, and material usage

• Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning initiatives

• Participate in process improvement and cost reduction efforts

• Evaluate financial impact of operational decisions, new products, and process changes

Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare regular financial and operational reports for leadership

• Perform variance analysis vs. budget and prior periods

• Develop KPIs to monitor cost, efficiency, and overall performance

• Provide ad hoc financial analysis as needed

Systems & Process Support

• Utilize ERP systems to support financial reporting, costing, and inventory tracking

• Ensure accuracy of system data, including product costing and inventory movements

• Partner with internal teams on system improvements and reporting enhancements

Leadership & Collaboration

• Lead and develop accounting staff

• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, supply chain, and corporate finance teams

• Foster a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

• 5+ years of accounting/finance experience in a manufacturing environment

• Strong understanding of cost accounting and inventory processes

• Experience with ERP systems (any major platform)

• Advanced Excel skills

• Strong analytical and communication skills

Pay Details: $95,000.00 to $110,000.00 per year

Search managed by: Taylor Nguyen

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