Plant Controller

Lee Hecht Harrison

Jacksonville, FL

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$95,000–$110,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Policies, Ad Hoc Financial Modeling, Analysis Skills, Budgeting, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Corporate Finance, Cost Accounting, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Data Quality, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), External Audit, Finance, Financial Control, Financial Operations, Financial Reporting, Financial Systems, Forecasting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Internal Audit, Inventory Costing, Inventory Costs, Journal Entries, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Operational Support, Performance Analysis, Performance Management, Performance Metrics, Process Improvement, Product Costing, Reconciliation, Standard Costing, Strategic Planning, Supply Chain Operations, Variance Analysis
LOCATION
Jacksonville, FL
POSTED
24 days ago

We are seeking a hands-on Controller to support financial operations within a dynamic manufacturing environment. This role partners closely with operations leadership to provide financial insight, maintain strong controls, and drive cost efficiency and overall business performance.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee plant-level financials including P&L, cost of goods sold, and inventory

  • Manage cost accounting processes, including standard costing, variance analysis, and cost optimization initiatives

  • Support inventory accounting across raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods

  • Lead month-end close, including journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations

  • Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies

  • Assist with internal and external audits

Operations & Business Partnership

  • Partner with operations and leadership to analyze performance and identify improvement opportunities

  • Provide financial insights into production efficiency, labor utilization, and material usage

  • Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning initiatives

  • Participate in process improvement and cost reduction efforts

  • Evaluate financial impact of operational decisions, new products, and process changes

Reporting & Analysis

  • Prepare regular financial and operational reports for leadership

  • Perform variance analysis vs. budget and prior periods

  • Develop KPIs to monitor cost, efficiency, and overall performance

  • Provide ad hoc financial analysis as needed

Systems & Process Support

  • Utilize ERP systems to support financial reporting, costing, and inventory tracking

  • Ensure accuracy of system data, including product costing and inventory movements

  • Partner with internal teams on system improvements and reporting enhancements

Leadership & Collaboration

  • Lead and develop accounting staff

  • Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, supply chain, and corporate finance teams

  • Foster a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

  • 5+ years of accounting/finance experience in a manufacturing environment

  • Strong understanding of cost accounting and inventory processes

  • Experience with ERP systems (any major platform)

  • Advanced Excel skills

  • Strong analytical and communication skills

Pay Details: $95,000.00 to $110,000.00 per year

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