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Plant Controller I

Gerdau and Careers
Wilton, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/7/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/25/2026
LOCATION:
  • Posted on Dec 18, 2025
  • Wilton, Iowa, United States
AREA:

Accounting & Finance

Empowering people who build the future.

Advance Your Career at Gerdau – Now Hiring: Plant Controller

Gerdau is seeking a dynamic and experienced Plant Controller to join our leadership team. This role is a strategic business partner to mill management, providing financial insight and leadership to help drive operational excellence and maximize return on capital employed.

Why Gerdau?

At Gerdau, we believe in empowering people, driving innovation, and building a sustainable future. As a global leader in steel production, we offer a collaborative environment where your expertise will make a real impact.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead financial reporting and analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities
  • Prepare forecasts aligned with operational goals and project impacts
  • Ensure compliance with GAAP across all financial transactions
  • Promote a strong internal control environment and adherence to company policies
  • Deliver monthly performance analysis to support cost reduction and profitability
  • Support capital project evaluations and business planning
  • Lead and develop a high-performing accounting team

Reporting Structure

You will report directly to the Vice President and General Manager and be a key member of the mill’s leadership team. Indirect reporting includes the Chief Accountant and Director of Financial Planning and Analysis.

Qualifications

  • Degree in accounting, finance, or related field
  • 5–8 years of experience in cost and general accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and team leadership
  • Preferred certifications: CPA, CMA, CA
  • Strong communication, analytical, and leadership
  • Ability to drive results and continuous improvement

Core Competencies at Gerdau

  • Engage and Inspire: Foster a culture of performance excellence
  • People Development: Coach and grow team capabilities
  • Teamwork: Collaborate across departments and encourage input
  • Communication: Share pragmatic insights and influence outcomes
  • Results Focused: Take initiative and solve problems
  • Process Excellence: Promote continuous improvement through the Gerdau Business System

Ready to shape the future of steel with Gerdau? now and become part of a company that values innovation, integrity, and growth.

Gerdau believes in equal employment opportunity related to all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of Gerdau that there will be no discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. All external applicants must be legally eligible to immediately work in the country of hire without current or future sponsorship.

If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com

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