Operations Finance Plant Controller

Are you a strategic finance leader with a passion for manufacturing and team development? Robert Half Finance and Accounting and Kevin Sweet have partnered with an international manufacturing company for an Operations Finance Plant Controller. My client is a growing and innovative manufacturing company experiencing rapid expansion through organic growth and acquisitions. This is a high-impact opportunity to serve as a key business partner to the VP of Operations and plant leadership across multiple locations. You'll play a critical role in optimizing financial performance, leading a high-performing team, and driving operational excellence.

My client offers a hybrid work schedule, competitive compensation package (base and annual bonus) and outstanding benefits!

For additional information and consideration, contact Kevin Sweet at 682-499-1182 or via email at Kevin.Sweet@RobertHalf.C0M

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the strategic finance partner to the VP of Operations and site leadership.
• Lead plant and operations finance across multiple manufacturing facilities (with expansion expected).
• Own budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting processes.
• Perform variance analysis and monitor key performance indicators to drive continuous improvement.
• Ensure accurate product costing and inventory control across plants and warehouses.
• Develop and standardize inventory procedures, oversee physical counts, and ensure reconciliation accuracy.
• Evaluate and enhance business processes to improve efficiency and cost control.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of five Operations Finance professionals.
• Foster collaboration between Finance and Operations to support strategic decision-making.

Why This Role?

• Join a rapidly growing organization with a strong vision for the future.
• Opportunity to expand your scope as the company grows and acquires new sites.
• Work closely with executive leadership to shape operational and financial strategy.
• Lead a talented finance team and make a tangible impact across the business.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.

• At least 10 years of progressive experience in accounting or finance leadership roles.

• Strong expertise in operational finance, cost accounting, or FP& A within the manufacturing sector.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other financial analysis tools.

• Knowledge of inventory accounting, analysis, and controls.

• Experience managing month-end close processes, annual budgets, and physical inventory procedures.

• Familiarity with fixed asset accounting and related processes.

• Must be hands on have a roll up your sleeves mentality

• Likes to partner and being involved with operations

• CPA or CMA certification or other relevant qualifications preferred.

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