SUMMARY:
Plant Controller is a senior financial leader within the manufacturing facility who as a strategic business partner to the plant manager. They bridge the gap between operations and finance by managing site-specific accounting, cost controls, budgeting, and performance analysis.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:
• Oversee routine accounting operations, including managing month-end close, and preparing accurate financial statements.
• Cost Accounting and Variance analysis, tracking the cost of production, inventory, and materials. Analyzing variances between actual and budget, helping team understand why costs deviate and how to improve efficiency
• Budgeting and Forecasting, lead annual Budget processes and generate quarterly forecast updates for plants operational costs, collaborating with department managers to set annual operating budgets, production volume estimates, and standard cost updates within ERP system.
• Capital project analysis, including review of all project submissions and IRR calculation for ROI projects.
• PL analysis for new product offerings to assist management team with pricing strategies.
• Enforcing internal financial controls, ensuring facility passes internal audits
• Translating physical plant KPIs into financial impact on business, helping to identify cost saving opportunities and guiding decisions on capital investments.
Education and Experience:
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field
• 3-5 years of experience in Plant Controller role or Cost Accountant position
Required Skills/Abilities:
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
• Experience with ERP systems, preferably in inventory and cost modules
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
