The Clorox Company

Plant Controller

The Clorox Company$74K — $135K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Associate's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field, Bachelor’s preferred.
  • 5-8 years in accounting or plant finance roles.
  • Experience in manufacturing or industrial environments highly desirable.
  • Skilled in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
  • Strong knowledge of internal controls and inventory management.
  • SAP proficiency strongly preferred.
  • Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office skills.

Responsibilities

  • Act as the primary financial advisor for plant leadership.
  • Manage annual budgets, monthly forecasts, and long-term financial planning.
  • Analyze plant performance and recommend actionable improvements.
  • Ensure accurate preparation of financial statements and performance reports.
  • Implement and enhance accounting policies and internal controls.
  • Provide financial visibility through variance and cost analysis.
  • Oversee accurate inventory management processes.

Benefits

  • Collaborative work environment that fosters partnership and teamwork.
  • Opportunity to significantly impact plant operations and financial health.
  • Engagement in a culture that champions continuous improvement.
  • Access to comprehensive audit and compliance processes.
Full Job Description
Your role at Clorox:

As the Plant Controller, you will serve as the financial and strategic business partner for our Parsons, WV manufacturing facility. In this highly visible role, you'll work closely with plant leadership to drive financial performance, strengthen operational decision-making, and ensure strong financial controls across the site.
You will perform all plant accounting and administrative activities, including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, inventory management, and payroll. Beyond the numbers, you'll help shape business strategy by providing insights that improve productivity, reduce costs, and support sustainable growth.
This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional who enjoys partnering with operations, influencing leaders, and making a direct impact in a manufacturing environment.

In this role, you will:

  • Serve as the primary finance specialist and trusted advisor to plant leadership.
  • Conduct the annual budgeting process, monthly forecasting activities, and long-range financial planning.
  • Analyze plant performance and provide actionable recommendations to improve operational and financial results.
  • Oversee the preparation and accuracy of financial statements, reports, and business performance metrics.
  • Establish, maintain, and continuously improve accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
  • Drive financial visibility and accountability through variance analysis, cost tracking, and performance reporting.
  • Own the plant inventory management process, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and strong inventory controls.
  • Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, and other cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
  • Support internal and external audits and ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
  • Lead administrative functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and other plant financial processes.
  • Ensure compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
  • Champion a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and operational excellence.


What we look for:
  • Associate's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field; Bachelor's Degree preferred.
  • 5-8 years of progressive accounting, finance, controllership, or plant finance experience.
  • Experience supporting manufacturing, operations, or industrial environments strongly preferred.
  • Demonstrated experience with budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, and month-end close processes.
  • Strong understanding of internal controls, inventory management, and financial compliance.
  • Experience supporting audits and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and company policies.
  • SAP experience strongly preferred.
  • Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with the ability to translate data into business insights.
  • Proven ability to build partnerships and influence decision-making across multiple functions.
  • Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.


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About The Clorox Company

The Clorox Company is a leading multinational manufacturer and marketer of consumer and professional products with approximately 8,800 employees worldwide and fiscal year 2020 sales of $6.7 billion. Clorox markets some of the most trusted and recognized consumer brand names, including its namesake bleach and cleaning products; Pine-Sol® cleaners; Liquid-Plumr® clog removers; Poett® home care products; Fresh Step® cat litter; Glad® bags, wraps and containers; Kingsford® charcoal; Hidden Valley® dressings and sauces; Brita® water-filtration products; Burt's Bees® natural personal care products; and RenewLife® digestive health products. The company also markets industry-leading products and technologies for professional customers, including those sold under the CloroxPro™ and Clorox Healthcare® brand names.
Learn more about The Clorox Company
Size
9,000 employees
Market Cap
$17.9 billion
Industry
Net Income
$1.2 billion
Founded
1913
5 Year Trend
+3.5%
Revenue
$7.5 billion
NASDAQ

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