Plant Controller

Plant Controller

Drive Financial Performance in a Growing Manufacturing Environment

We are seeking a highly analytical and business-minded Plant Controller to lead the financial operations of our manufacturing and recycling facility. This is a key leadership role that partners directly with plant and executive leadership to drive profitability, operational efficiency, financial accuracy, and strategic decision-making.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on finance professional who thrives in a manufacturing environment, enjoys translating data into actionable insights, and can balance strategic planning with day-to-day financial leadership.

What You'll Do

Financial Leadership & Business Partnership

• Serve as the primary finance leader for the plant, partnering closely with Operations and Executive Leadership to drive business performance.
• Provide meaningful financial analysis and recommendations that support operational improvements, cost control initiatives, and profitability goals.
• Develop, monitor, and report key financial and operational performance metrics (KPIs).
• Prepare and present monthly financial results, forecasts, and business performance updates to senior leadership.

Accounting & Financial Reporting

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Review and analyze general ledger activity, identify trends, and investigate variances against budget, forecast, and prior periods.
• Manage balance sheet reconciliations, subsidiary ledgers, and overall financial integrity.
• Prepare cash flow forecasts and monitor working capital performance.

Planning, Forecasting & Analysis

• Lead annual budgeting and forecasting processes for the facility.
• Support strategic planning initiatives through financial modeling and business analysis.
• Identify opportunities to improve productivity, reduce costs, and enhance financial performance across operations.

Compliance, Controls & Audit

• Ensure compliance with SOX requirements, accounting standards, and company policies.
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls, financial processes, and reporting procedures.
• Coordinate internal and external audits, serving as the primary point of contact for auditors.
• Prepare audit schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
• Oversee fixed asset accounting, depreciation, asset disposals, and lease accounting.

Strategic Projects

• Support mergers, acquisitions, integrations, and other corporate initiatives.
• Participate in special projects that improve financial visibility, operational effectiveness, and business growth.

What We're Looking For

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 5 years of progressive accounting and finance experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of plant accounting, cost accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Experience supporting audits and SOX compliance.
• ERP experience required; SAP experience preferred.

Technical Skills

• Advanced Excel skills and strong financial modeling capabilities.
• Solid knowledge of accounting principles, internal controls, and financial reporting.
• Ability to analyze large data sets and convert information into actionable business insights.

Leadership Competencies

• Strong business acumen with a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communicator who can confidently interact with plant leadership and executive teams.
• Ability to prioritize multiple initiatives and thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Self-starter with a collaborative approach and a commitment to continuous improvement.