Controller

Plant Controller (Manufacturing)

We are seeking a Plant Controller to serve as the primary finance leader at a manufacturing facility in Dayton, TN. This role partners closely with plant leadership to drive financial performance, improve cost structure, and support operational excellence.

This is a highly visible position with direct impact on site performance, offering the opportunity to lead key financial initiatives and contribute to broader organizational projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the lead finance partner to plant leadership, supporting day-to-day operations and long-term strategy
• Own the site’s financial performance, including income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow
• Lead all financial reporting, forecasting, and annual budgeting processes
• Analyze monthly results and partner with operations to drive performance improvements and cost efficiencies
• Oversee cost accounting activities, including inventory control, material usage, and labor productivity
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and audit requirements (SOX)
• Manage capital expenditure processes, including forecasting, approvals, and ROI tracking
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on cost reduction and productivity
• Support cross-site and enterprise-wide finance projects as needed
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including operations, supply chain, and corporate finance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (MBA or CPA preferred)
• 5 years of experience in finance or accounting, preferably within a manufacturing environment
• Strong background in cost accounting and operational finance
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP or similar preferred)
• Proven ability to analyze data, solve problems, and drive process improvements
• Strong communication skills with the ability to partner across multiple levels of the organization
• Experience supporting system implementations or integrations is a plus
• Self-starter with a continuous improvement mindset and intellectual curiosity

What You’ll Bring

• A hands-on approach with the ability to work closely with operations on the plant floor
• A focus on metrics, accountability, and performance improvement
• The ability to translate financial data into actionable insights
• A collaborative mindset and desire to grow within a dynamic manufacturing environment

Additional Details

• Location: Dayton, TN (on-site with occasional travel)
• High visibility role with direct exposure to leadership
• Opportunity to make a measurable impact on plant performance

*Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates.