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Plant Controller

Brilliant®
Madison, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 6/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/2/2026

Our smaller, manufacturing client is seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Plant Controller to oversee financial operations, budgeting, and cost management in Madison.

The ideal candidate will ensure financial compliance, optimize financial performance, and support operational efficiency in a fast-paced production environment.

Experience with systems implementation is highly desirable to enhance financial processes and reporting capabilities.


Duties:

  • Manage all financial accounting activities for the manufacturing plant, including accounts payable, receivable, payroll, and inventory.
  • Prepare and analyze financial statements, budgets, and forecasts to guide management decisions.
  • Monitor manufacturing costs, analyze variances, and implement cost control measures.
  • Lead or assist in the implementation and upgrade of financial and manufacturing systems, ensuring seamless integration with existing processes.
  • Collaborate with operations and production teams to understand and communicate results, improve overall financial performance and operational efficiency.
  • Collaborate with operations team to ensure inventory counts are accurate, complete, timely, and appropriately recorded in the financial records.
  • Maintain internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure accurate financial reporting.
  • Lead audit processes and coordinate with external auditors.
  • Provide financial insights and support to monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting.
  • Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) related to manufacturing and financial performance.
  • Support supply chain and procurement activities from a financial perspective.


Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

  • Proven experience in Plant Manufacturing Controllership/ Sr Accounting Manager.
  • Strong knowledge of financial regulations, standards, and accounting principles.
  • Demonstrated experience with systems implementation, integration, or upgrades related to financial or manufacturing systems.


Salary: 130K-140K

Salary : $130,000 - $140,000

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