Job Description

Position Title : Plant Controller
Location : Confidential
Employment Type : Full-Time

Overview
A growing manufacturing company is seeking an experienced Plant Controller to oversee financial operations, reporting, and analysis at the plant level. This hands-on role requires a proactive, detail-oriented leader to manage accounting functions, support operational decision-making, and ensure compliance with financial standards.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Financial Reporting and Analysis :
   • Prepare, examine, and analyze accounting records, financial statements, and other reports to ensure accuracy and compliance with procedural standards.
   • Analyze business operations, trends, costs, revenues, financial commitments, and obligations to forecast future revenues and expenses.
2. Budgeting and Cost Management :
   • Develop, maintain, and analyze departmental budgets, creating periodic reports to compare budgeted costs against actual results.
   • Calculate machine hour rates, including both fixed and variable costs.
3. Management Reporting :
   • Prepare and deliver management reports, including financial statements.
   • Create graphs and visual tools to monitor run rates, set-ups, and production efficiencies.
4. Operational Analysis :
   • Assist in the development of the annual budget.
   • Collaborate with Supervisors and the General Manager to review actual spending versus budgeted amounts.
   • Provide explanations for budget variances and analyze capital projects.
   • Review and assess material, labor, and budget content.
5. Inventory Oversight :
   • Identify and resolve inventory issues, including scrap, shrinkage, obsolescence, and valuation concerns.
6. Leadership and Support :
   • Supervise accounting staff, including Payroll, Accounts Payable, and Accounts Receivable.
   • Provide backup support for accounting staff during vacations or absences.
7. Additional Responsibilities :
   • Perform other duties as assigned to support plant operations and financial integrity.

Education and Experience

• Bachelors degree in Accounting or a related field with a minimum of 1 year of experience.
• OR Associates degree in Accounting or a related field with a minimum of 3 years of experience.

Other Requirements

• Strong ability to maintain confidential information.
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to file and maintain accurate records and reports.
• Steel-toed shoes and safety glasses required when working in production areas.
• Basic computer literacy and data entry experience.

How to Apply
This is a confidential search. Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter to [Insert Email/Job Portal Link]. Applications will be handled with the utmost discretion.

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