Plant Controller Job at Robert Half (Wallingford)

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Plant Controller

As a Plant Controller, you'll be at the forefront of our innovation, driving fin...

Location

United States , Franklin; Victor

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance from an accredited university
Minimum of 7 years of experience in accounting or finance
Technical skills in Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), financial modeling, and analysis
Ability to contextualize financial information and present analysis effectively in multiple formats
Motivated team player with strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively
Ability to build relationships across diverse departments

Job Responsibility

Participate and support closing processes, performing journal entries, reviewing plant spending, communicating results, and driving operational excellence across two plants
Compare actual financial performance to forecast, budget, and prior year, providing insights to drive improvements
Support and drive annual planning as part of plant leadership and Global Operations Finance
Monitor and support third‑party manufacturing activities and material movements with supply chain partners
Participate in reconciliation of plant property taxes with corporate tax
Ensure internal controls on spending, production, working capital, and fixed assets
Support inventory tracking routines including physical inventory, slow‑moving reporting, and standard cost updates
Serve as capital projects administrator ensuring documentation and justification
Collaborate with plant managers, supply chain, procurement, and engineering teams
Support sales and marketing with product cost estimates

What we offer

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

Fulltime

New

Plant Controller

We are looking for an experienced Plant Controller to lead financial oversight f...

Location

United States , Nashotah

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

7+ years of experience in plant, cost, or manufacturing accounting roles
Strong background in manufacturing cost accounting, including inventory valuation and standard cost methodologies
Experience with month-end close, financial reporting, budgeting, and forecast preparation in a plant environment
Proven ability to analyze manufacturing variances and translate findings into actionable business recommendations
Knowledge of fixed asset accounting, including capital additions, depreciation, and asset tracking
Familiarity with KPI reporting and the financial measures commonly used in manufacturing operations
Experience supporting annual physical inventory programs, cycle counts, and inventory reconciliation activities
Background in the automotive industry is preferred

Job Responsibility

Lead the monthly close process for plant operations and prepare financial reporting packages for review with site leadership
Maintain accurate plant financial records by overseeing account reconciliations and ensuring integrity across balance sheet and income statement activity
Collaborate with the Plant Manager and cross-functional leaders to build annual budgets, refresh forecasts, and monitor performance against operating targets
Oversee inventory accounting by reconciling subledger activity to the general ledger and ensuring production and inventory transactions are recorded correctly
Develop, update, and analyze standard costs for materials, labor, and overhead to support sound product costing and planning decisions
Investigate manufacturing variances, explain results to operational leaders, and help drive corrective actions that improve plant performance
Manage inventory reserve analysis for excess and obsolete stock while partnering with operations and purchasing on disposition strategies
Support physical inventory and cycle count programs, including process improvement efforts designed to increase accuracy and control
Administer capital project accounting by tracking approved spending, recording asset activity, and transferring completed projects into fixed assets
Provide profitability and pricing analysis for products, projects, and customers to help sales, engineering, and operations achieve margin objectives

Fulltime

Plant Controller

We are looking for an experienced Plant Controller to lead financial oversight f...

Location

United States , Manchester

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

5+ years of experience in a plant, manufacturing, or cost accounting environment
Strong background in month-end close, financial statement preparation, and financial reporting
Experience with manufacturing cost accounting, including job costing, inventory accounting, and inventory controls
Ability to analyze operational and financial KPIs and translate findings into actionable recommendations
Proficiency with forecasting, budgeting, and profitability analysis in a manufacturing setting
Experience working with ERP systems such as Epicor
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with operations, site leadership, and cross-functional teams

Job Responsibility

Produce accurate financial statements and management reports in accordance with company standards and reporting requirements
Lead the monthly close cycle, improving the speed, consistency, and efficiency of accounting processes through better workflows and automation
Analyze plant spending trends and work closely with operations leaders to keep costs aligned with approved plans while identifying savings opportunities
Monitor inventory activity, labor performance, and overhead application to support sound valuation, pricing decisions, and overall cost accuracy
Partner with site leadership to evaluate capital use, resource allocation, and business initiatives that strengthen growth and operating results
Support sales and operations planning activities with financial insight, and perform profitability analysis at the customer, product, and opportunity level
Coordinate local audit support, manage fixed asset records, and maintain strong internal controls to reduce risk and ensure compliance
Prepare flash reports, forecasts, budgets, cash flow insights, and continuous improvement savings analysis for leadership review

What we offer

medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Fulltime

Plant Controller

We are partnering with a well-established manufacturing operation in the greater...

Location

United States , Smithville

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
7+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, including significant experience in a manufacturing environment
Strong background in cost accounting and standard costing methodologies
Experience working within large ERP systems in a manufacturing setting
Demonstrated ability to partner with operations and translate financial data into business insights
Hands-on, detail-oriented approach with the ability to operate effectively in an onsite environment

Job Responsibility

Lead all plant-level accounting and finance activities, including month-end close, variance analysis, and financial reporting
Partner with operations leadership to analyze production performance, cost drivers, and margin improvement opportunities
Own standard costing processes, including maintenance, updates, and variance analysis (labor, material, overhead)
Monitor inventory valuation, cycle counts, and physical inventory processes
Develop and enhance internal controls and best practices across the plant finance function
Prepare forecasts, budgets, and operational performance metrics
Support ERP data integrity and reporting accuracy across manufacturing and finance modules
Provide actionable financial insights to drive decision-making at the plant level

What we offer

Medical
Vision
Dental
Life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Plant Controller

We are looking for an experienced finance leader to step into a Long-term Contra...

Location

United States , Chatsworth

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

At least 7 years of experience in a Plant Controller, Divisional Controller, or senior manufacturing finance leadership role
Strong command of manufacturing and cost accounting principles, including standard costing, inventory accounting, overhead absorption, and variance analysis
Demonstrated experience with purchase accounting, opening balance sheet preparation, and financial support following an acquisition
Proven ability to lead month-end close, financial reporting, and controllership activities in a complex manufacturing organization
Solid understanding of revenue recognition and the ability to resolve technical accounting issues with a practical, business-focused approach
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and strong overall systems proficiency
Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities and a hands-on workload
Prior experience in aerospace, defense, industrial, or engineered products manufacturing is strongly preferred

Job Responsibility

Direct accounting leadership during the post-acquisition phase, ensuring opening balance sheet activities and related journal entries are completed accurately and on time
Interpret new accounting requirements tied to the transaction and guide the team in applying updated treatment for revenue and other key financial areas
Investigate and correct accounting discrepancies arising from legacy and revised policies, including issues affecting revenue recording and account cleanup
Collaborate with executive leadership, external auditors, valuation specialists, and other advisors to support purchase accounting and related financial reviews
Organize general ledger structures and reporting periods to improve visibility for acquisition-related activity and project-level financial tracking
Redesign profit and loss reporting to deliver clearer analysis by customer, product category, and major revenue source
Strengthen plant and inventory accounting by improving insight into material usage, labor, overhead, and manufacturing variance performance
Assess the month-end close process, document accounting workflows, and recommend practical improvements to internal finance operations
Provide hands-on manufacturing finance support involving standard costing, operational analysis, and accounting guidance within a complex production environment
Contribute to additional accounting and finance initiatives as business needs evolve throughout the transition period

What we offer

medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
enrollment in company 401(k) plan

Plant Controller

A client of ours is looking for a Plant Controller for a contract role to overse...

Location

United States , Lebanon

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field from an accredited university required
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) strongly preferred
6+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within a manufacturing or plant environment
Strong knowledge of US GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls
Advanced skills in accounting, corporate finance, and financial analysis
Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
High attention to detail with strong data management and analytical capabilities
Proven ability to analyze financial data and present actionable insights
Strong critical thinking and decision-making skills
Excellent time management skills with ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Job Responsibility

Execute timely and accurate monthly close processes, ensuring financial integrity
Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with US GAAP
Lead and coordinate the annual financial audit with external auditors
Oversee inventory accounting, ensuring accuracy of physical inventory and valuation
Partner with plant operations to track KPIs, support cost reduction efforts, and drive operational efficiencies
Develop, implement, and monitor internal controls and accounting policies
Analyze financial trends, costs, revenues, and variances to support forecasting and planning
Develop annual budgets and monitor performance against forecasts
Prepare financial forecasts, business reports, and ad hoc analyses for leadership decision-making
Oversee daily accounting operations including general ledger, AR/AP, invoicing, procurement, and payroll

What we offer

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

Plant Controller

Ecolab is looking for a Plant Controller who will be responsible for managing th...

Location

Poland , Kraków

Salary:

Not provided

Edgerton Dental Clinic

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Master degree in Finance, Economics or similar education
Minimum of 5 years working experience in Finance in a multinational company, including Plant Controlling experience (strong asset)
Strong analytical and communication skills
Strong knowledge of MS Excel and a general 'system savviness' (e.g. SAP experience)
Strong personal agility
Ability to fit in and work with the management team, and other stakeholders, e.g. S&OP (Operational Planning), and challenge and get buy-in where needed
Ability to work both individually and in close collaboration (often remotely)
Strong English language competency

Job Responsibility

Maintain required systems and procedures that monitor the effectiveness of plant operations
Establish budgeting process and procedures and provide supplementary information as required including in areas such as material loss/scrap, inventory, obsolescence
Develop key performance measurements and establish tracking systems
Develop product costing
Prepare and analyse the key monthly financial reports for the plants
Be actively involved in plant management to identify and follow through on operational efficiencies and financial savings
Perform audit function (SOX) to assure policies are being followed
recommend improvements and help make changes
Comply with all site Health and Safety requirements and improvement programs
The position will require occasional travel to the plant(s)

What we offer

Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary (Base pay & Variable Plan)
Private medical care
Life insurance
Stock purchase
Lunch subsidy
Sports cards
Flexible working arrangements with hybrid model of work (approx. 60% from the office and 40% from home)
Personalized plans with rapid progression
Professional growth supported by active committee for different career levels
Continuous learning and technical training incl. subject matter experts’ trainings, soft skills and management trainings and LinkedIn learning

Fulltime

Plant Controller

The Plant Controller provides strategic financial leadership and stewardship to ...

Location

United States , Bedford

Salary:

Not provided

Kennametal

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a related field required
Finance or Accounting strongly preferred
MBA with a concentration in Finance preferred
5–8 years of relevant finance experience, including strong expertise in financial statement analysis and corporate finance principles
Exceptional attention to detail with a strong commitment to quality, customer service, and timely execution
Proven ability to collaborate with and influence business leaders outside of Finance/Accounting, including presenting to senior leadership
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues and implement effective solutions
Demonstrated strategic thinking, leadership, and influencing capabilities
High-energy, self-motivated individual with a proactive mindset
Ability to build and maintain strong business partner relationships and communicate effectively across teams

Job Responsibility

Partnering with Business Unit leadership to identify, understand, and manage key volume drivers, risks, and variances
Actively participate in the month-end financial close process
Support Shared Services and Corporate Accounting in the preparation and validation of accrual estimates
Prepare detailed analysis of operational and financial performance, including trend and root cause analysis of key metrics
Clearly communicate findings and insights to Business Leaders, enabling informed decision-making
Engage with leadership to develop, implement, and monitor corrective action plans
Support labor and non-labor benchmarking analysis to drive efficiency
Partner with Business Leaders on cost management and performance improvement initiatives
Participate in cross-functional and client-based meetings to strengthen business understanding and alignment
Guide Business Leaders in understanding and applying financial policies, procedures, and controls to ensure compliance with corporate standards and GAAP

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