Plant Controller

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary finance leader for the plant, partnering with the Plant Manager and leadership team
• Provide financial insights, analysis, and recommendations to drive profitability and operational efficiency
• Translate financial data into actionable strategies to improve margins, pricing, and cost structure
• With the CFO, lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning processes
• Develop and maintain robust financial models and performance metrics (KPIs)
• Analyze variances and provide clear explanations with actionable recommendations
• Monitor revenue, gross margin, labor efficiency, and overhead absorption
• Oversee standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory valuation processes
• Drive continuous improvement in cost accounting processes and systems
• Partner with operations to improve labor productivity, material usage, and scrap reduction
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial statements
• Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes for the plant
• Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with company policies and audit requirements
• Coordinate with internal and external auditors
• Evaluate capital expenditure proposals and ROI analysis
• Identify risks and opportunities impacting financial performance
• Participate in cross-functional initiatives, including supply chain, procurement, and operations planning
• Foster a high-performance, collaborative culture within the plant
• Drive accountability and continuous development within the team

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (required)
• CPA, CMA, or MBA preferred
• 8 –10+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience
• 3 – 5+ years in a leadership role within a manufacturing environment
• Strong experience in cost accounting and operational finance required
• Experience in a mid-sized or multi-division manufacturing organization preferred
• Deep knowledge of GAAP and manufacturing accounting principles
• Expertise in standard costing, inventory management, and variance analysis
• Strong financial modeling and analytical skills
• Experience with ERP systems; advanced Excel skills
• Familiarity with BI tools (e.g., Power BI) is a plus
• Strong business acumen and strategic thinking ability
• Proven ability to influence cross-functional leaders and drive change
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Hands-on, proactive, and results-oriented mindset
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment