Plant Controller - Creative Financial Staffing

Plant Controller

Our client is a leading manufacturer, dedicated to delivering high-quality products and innovative solutions to their customers. They pride themselves on their commitment to excellence, sustainability, and continuous improvement. They are seeking a skilled and experienced Plant Controller to join their dynamic team and help them scale for future growth.

Why take this Plant Controller role?

• Have the support of a dedicated team of people working towards the same goal
• Opportunity to make an immediate impact and help them scale for expected growth
• Work under a great mentor who has longevity in the industry
• Company is poised for growth in the next few years

Key Responsibilities of the Plant Controller:

• Oversee all financial operations of the plant, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Develop and maintain standard costing systems to accurately measure and report manufacturing costs.
• Monitor and analyze production costs, variances, and inventory valuation to identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
• Prepare and present monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports to senior management.
• Collaborate with plant management to develop and implement cost control measures and operational improvements.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage the month-end and year-end close processes for the plant.
• Conduct regular audits of financial transactions and processes to ensure accuracy and integrity.
• Provide financial guidance and support to plant managers and other departments.
• Lead and mentor a team of 2 accounting professionals, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development.

Required qualifications of the Plant Controller:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA or CMA certification is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, with a strong focus on costing and financial analysis.
• In-depth knowledge of standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory management.
• Proficiency in larger ERP systems
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy in financial reporting.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

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