Area Controller – Plant

Summary Description

The Area Controller is a key leadership role within the Accounting & Finance team, responsible for overseeing financial reporting, budgeting, cost accounting, and internal controls across multiple manufacturing sites (3). This role involves managing accounting functions, budgeting, forecasting, cost accounting, and financial analysis to support operational efficiency and strategic decision-making. The Area Controller will work closely with plant managers, finance teams, and senior leadership to drive financial performance and ensure adherence to corporate policies and procedures. This position will report to the Sr Area Controller and will have members of staff located across multiple manufacturing locations.

What you’ll be doing

• Oversee and manage the financial operations within the assigned area, including accounting, budgeting/forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Ensure accurate and timely month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial close processes.
• Perform and document monthly review and reconciliation of Balance Sheet.
• Evaluate system driven reports, ensuring financial accuracy for all plant processes.
• Prepare and present financial reports and analysis to leadership.
• Analyze business trends and provide guidance to Operational Leads in efforts to improve overall financial results.
• Lead in the preparation of monthly and quarterly forecasts, as well as annual budgets, engaging Operations & Sales resources; documenting variances and providing analysis as necessary.
• Provide financial support for all ad-hoc projects and presentations.
• Review Standard Cost and update accordingly on a quarterly and yearly basis.
• Maintain and enforce strong internal controls, ensuring compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Cook up with internal and external auditors to facilitate audits and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance financial efficiency and accuracy.
• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting staff within the assigned area to foster professional growth through a collaborative and high-performance culture.

MUST HAVES

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Manufacturing (Plant accounting and financial closing).
• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance, or related field.
• MBA and/or CMA/CPA designation preferred.