PLANT CONTROLLER ARKANSAS-COPY

Plant Controller-Ready to hire ASAP Location: Arkansas | On-Site Compensation: Competitive Base Salary + Bonus Relocation Assistance Available Target Start Date: November 2026 About The Company Our client is an established North American industrial manufacturing group with a significant U.S. manufacturing presence. The organization specializes in custom metal manufacturing and precision-engineered, heavy-duty components used by leading companies across the automotive, commercial heavy vehicles, military, and agricultural sectors. This is an opportunity to join a substantial industrial manufacturing operation where finance plays a critical role in cost management, operational performance, and strategic decision-making. The organization is seeking a Plant Controller to provide financial leadership for its Arkansas manufacturing facility. This is an opportunity for a hands-on finance professional to partner directly with plant leadership, strengthen financial performance, improve cost visibility, and support operational decision-making in a complex manufacturing environment. Position Overview Reporting to the Plant Manager, with a dotted-line reporting relationship to the Corporate CFO, the Plant Controller will oversee plant-level financial management, reporting, cost accounting, budgeting, and financial analysis. The role will supervise two accounting staff members responsible for accounts payable and accounts receivable. The successful candidate will combine strong manufacturing finance expertise with SAP proficiency and the ability to translate financial information into actionable business insights. Key Responsibilities Financial Management & Reporting Oversee monthly financial close, plant financial reporting, account reconciliations, and analysis of operating results. Ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial statements and compliance with corporate accounting policies. Analyze financial performance against budgets, forecasts, and prior periods, identifying variances and recommending corrective actions to owners of this private firm. Partner with plant leadership and corporate to support business planning and financial decision-making. Manufacturing & Cost Accounting Manage standard costing, product costing, inventory valuation, and manufacturing cost variance analysis. Monitor material, labor, overhead, scrap, and production variances to identify cost-reduction opportunities. Collaborate with operations to improve cost visibility, productivity, and plant profitability. Support inventory controls, physical inventory processes, and reconciliation of inventory records. Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Analysis Lead plant budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities. Monitor financial and operational KPIs, working capital, margins, and manufacturing costs. Develop financial analyses to evaluate business performance and support operational improvements. Support capital expenditure analysis and investment decisions. Leadership & Business Partnership Supervise and develop two accounting team members responsible for AP and AR. Establish effective accounting processes, controls, and reporting procedures. Work closely with the Plant Manager and maintain alignment with the CFO and corporate finance team. Collaborate with operations, purchasing, supply chain, and other functions to improve financial performance. Support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to a culture of accountability and operational excellence. Controls & Compliance Maintain effective internal controls and adherence to corporate financial policies. Support internal and external audits and ensure accurate financial documentation. Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting accuracy, and financial controls. Qualifications SAP proficiency: Experience using SAP in a manufacturing finance or accounting environment. Manufacturing analysis and accounting experience: Demonstrated knowledge of plant accounting, cost accounting, inventory, standard costing, and manufacturing financial performance. Education and credentials: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. Plus, CPA, CMA, MBA, or a master's degree in Accounting is preferred. 10–15+ years of total progressive accounting experience and 7–10+ years specifically as a Plant Controller Additional Qualifications Experience with budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and variance analysis. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills. Ability to partner effectively with plant operations and corporate finance. M&A experience is a plus Previous supervisory experience / AP and ARExcellent technical accounting, analytical, and reporting skillsAbility to present financial results and communicate effectively with leadershipStrong interpersonal and cross-functional partnership skillsCommercial mindset supporting scaling opportunities in the industry Interested in learning more? Our client is ready to hire! We welcome a confidential conversation with qualified manufacturing plant controller professionals who bring SAP expertise, strong cost accounting knowledge, and a hands-on approach to financial leadership. Contact mlecompte@rwr.com including your resume or call her directly for a confidential conversation at 713-358-7119