Interim Plant Controller

Michael Page International

Northbrook, IL

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$60–$80 Per Hour

JOB TYPE

Full-time

SKILLS

Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Standards and Regulations, Bill Of Process (BOP), Bill of Materials (BOM), Business Performance Management, Capital Expenditure (CAPEX), Channel Strategies, Continuous Improvement, Cost Accounting, Cost Analysis, Cost Control, Decision Support, Documentation, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), External Audit, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Control, Financial Operations, Financial Risk, Financial Strategy, Financial Trend Analysis, Forecasting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Internal Audit, Inventory Cycle Counts, Inventory Management, Inventory Turns, Leadership, MPI, Make-Versus-Buy Analysis, Management Reporting, Manufacturing, Operational Audit, Operational Support, Operations Management, Performance Metrics, Physical Inventory, Pricing, Productivity Management, SAP ECC (fka SAP R/3 and SAP ERP), Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX), Standard Costing, State Laws and Regulations, Variance Analysis

LOCATION

Northbrook, IL

POSTED

3 days ago

This Interim Plant Controller will serve as a strategic finance partner to plant leadership, driving financial performance through analysis of costs, productivity, inventory, and operational KPIs. The role will oversee plant accounting, forecasting, compliance, inventory management, and variance analysis while supporting operational decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives.Client DetailsMy client is a manufacturing company focused on driving operational excellence, cost efficiency, and continuous improvement across its plant operations. The organization values strong financial leadership and data-driven decision-making to support productivity, inventory management, and overall business performance.Description Partner strategically with the Plant Manager and operations leadership to drive financial and operational performanceDeliver actionable insights into plant results, including cost, productivity, yield, scrap, and margin trendsSupport key business decisions related to pricing, make-versus-buy analysis, capital expenditures, and continuous improvement effortsParticipate actively in plant leadership meetings and operational performance reviewsManage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities for the plantPrepare and analyze financial statements, variance reports, and management reporting packagesEnsure adherence to U.S. GAAP, corporate accounting standards, and SOX compliance requirementsCoordinate internal and external audit activities, including documentation preparation and process walkthroughsLead the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and forecasting processes for the facilityIdentify financial risks and trends, providing proactive insights on potential performance gapsMonitor KPIs and cost-saving initiatives to ensure alignment with business objectives and budgetsOversee standard costing processes, including bill of materials (BOMs), routings, and labor rate accuracyAnalyze and communicate manufacturing variances, including PPV, usage, absorption, and overhead variancesDirect physical inventory counts, cycle count programs, and inventory valuation activitiesDrive improvements in inventory turns, obsolescence management, and overall working capital performance Profile Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required3-10 years of leadership experience within a manufacturing accounting environmentStrong background in cost accounting and inventory accountingProven experience managing month-end close processes, with exposure to fast-paced close timelines (currently targeted at 5 days)Experience working with SAP or comparable ERP systems preferred Job OfferCompetitive pay and a strong benefits package MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

About the Company

Michael Page International

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world. Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job. In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas: Banking and financial services Digital and e-commerce Engineering and manufacturing Finance and accounting Human resources Information technology Marketing Oil and gas Procurement and supply chain Property and construction Sales An Established Brand The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry. A Market Leader The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world. Learn the benefits of working with Michael Page yourself. Submit your resume or contact a Michael Page recruitment consultant today.

COMPANY SIZE

10,000 employees or more

INDUSTRY

Staffing/Employment Agencies

WEBSITE

https://www.michaelpage.ca/

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