Plant Controller

Plant Controller - $105,000 to $115,000

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A well-established manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced Plant Controller to join its plant leadership team. This position will serve as a key financial partner to plant management and oversee accounting, cost analysis, forecasting, budgeting, financial reporting, and operational performance analysis for the facility.

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The ideal candidate will bring strong manufacturing and cost accounting experience and be comfortable working closely with operations to provide financial insight and support business decisions.

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Key Responsibilities

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• Serve as a financial business partner to the Plant Manager and plant leadership team.
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• Track and report plant operating performance and provide insight into key performance indicators (KPIs).
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• Support the development and maintenance of standard costs for manufactured products.
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• Analyze, report, and budget fixed expenses.
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• Support annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
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• Develop costs and cost standards for new products and manufacturing processes.
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• Ensure the integrity and accuracy of financial and operational data.
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• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly financial and plant operations reporting.
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• Manage monthly close responsibilities, including journal entries, variance calculations, and inventory reporting.
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• Provide detailed cost accounting analysis related to plant operations.
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• Prepare monthly account reconciliations for assigned accounts.
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• Partner effectively with cross-functional teams and internal departments.
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Qualifications

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• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or equivalent.
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• 4+ years of Plant Controller and/or related cost accounting experience.
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• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial analysis.
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• Strong proficiency in Excel; experience with Access and SAP is preferred.
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• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
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• Self-motivated, deadline-oriented, and able to work independently.
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• Strong sense of ownership and ability to effectively collaborate across functions.
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steve@monocletalent.com