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Divisional/Plant Controller

United States, Shawnee Mission · Job Posted May 30, 2026
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We are looking for an experienced Divisional/Plant Controller to provide Contract finance leadership support for a manufacturing operation in Overland Park, Kansas. This role will oversee core accounting activities, strengthen financial visibility, and help maintain accurate reporting across plant and divisional performance. The ideal candidate brings strong cost accounting expertise, sound controllership experience, and the ability to manage cash activity, close processes, and indirect tax obligations in a fast-paced environment.

Job Responsibility

  • Lead monthly close activities, ensuring financial results are completed accurately and delivered on schedule
  • Direct plant and divisional cost accounting processes, including analysis of manufacturing performance and cost drivers
  • Prepare and review financial reports that support operational decision-making and leadership visibility
  • Oversee daily cash activity and short-term cash management to help maintain strong financial control
  • Manage sales and use tax compliance, including return preparation and coordination through Vertex
  • Support controllership activities by maintaining accounting accuracy, strengthening internal controls, and resolving reporting issues
  • Partner with operational and finance stakeholders to investigate variances and improve financial performance insights
  • Provide interim finance coverage and continuity for key accounting and reporting responsibilities during the Contract assignment.

Requirements

  • Proven experience serving as a Plant Controller, Divisional Controller, or in a similar senior finance role within manufacturing
  • Strong knowledge of month-end close procedures, financial reporting, and controllership practices
  • Hands-on expertise in manufacturing cost accounting and broader cost accounting principles
  • Experience managing daily cash activity and supporting overall cash management processes
  • Working knowledge of sales tax and sales and use tax return requirements
  • Familiarity with Vertex Sales & Use Tax or comparable tax compliance systems
  • Ability to analyze financial data, identify variances, and communicate findings clearly to business partners.

What we offer

  • Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan

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