Plant Controller Job at Robert Half (Wethersfield)

Plant Controller

A well-established industrial company is seeking a Plant Controller to support f...

Location

United States , Fullerton

Salary:

140000.00 - 190000.00 USD / Year

Strategic Employment Partners

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

7+ years of accounting and finance experience
Plant Controller, Assistant Controller, Operations Controller, or similar leadership experience
Manufacturing, industrial, construction materials, building products, or related industry experience preferred
Strong GAAP and financial reporting knowledge
CPA or CMA preferred

Job Responsibility

Lead monthly close and financial reporting
Manage budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
Oversee cost accounting and inventory controls
Partner with operations leaders to improve performance and profitability
Lead and develop an accounting team

Fulltime

New

Plant Controller

As we continue being 'Here for you’, we’re looking for a Plant Controller (m/f/d...

Location

Germany , Grosspostwitz

Salary:

Not provided

Ontex Peninsular

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor of Economic Science (e.g. Business Administration) or comparable training
Several years of professional experience in finance and controlling
Expert in SAP R/3, SAP CO, Excel
High English and German level (minimum B2)
Capacity of teamwork
Capacity of analysis
Effective communications

Job Responsibility

Steering and proactively managing the day-to-day and ad hoc tasks of plant controlling
Closing of the period (SAP)
Closing of costs on a monthly basis
Preparation of month-end reports
Making the forecast on a monthly basis
Preparation of the annual budget and monthly monitoring of deviations
Assessment and monitoring of obsolete products, raw materials, spare parts
Analysis of production costs and other reports to support management (improvement proposals)
Optimization and improvement of analysis tools, i.e., process automation
Analysis and monitoring of investment projects (CAPEX)

What we offer

Exciting and challenging projects with an international scope
A unique environment where local and international talents work and win together

Fulltime

New

Plant Controller

We are looking for an experienced Plant Controller to oversee financial operatio...

Location

United States , Dumas

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

5+ years of experience in plant accounting, manufacturing finance, or a similar controller-level role within an industrial environment
Strong background in manufacturing cost accounting, including standard cost accounting and variance analysis
Hands-on experience managing month-end close and preparing periodic financial statements and management reports
Demonstrated ability to lead budgeting, forecasting, and capital expenditure monitoring processes
Knowledge of inventory accounting principles and financial controls within a manufacturing setting
Strong analytical and communication skills with the ability to translate financial results into operational recommendations
Experience working with ERP systems, including exposure to Eaton or comparable enterprise platforms

Job Responsibility

Oversee the full accounting function for the plant, ensuring accurate financial records and reliable reporting across daily and periodic activities
Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements along with management reports that help leadership evaluate business performance
Lead the month-end and year-end closing cycle, coordinating timelines, reconciliations, and review processes to maintain reporting accuracy
Evaluate plant financial results, identify performance trends and key drivers, and present actionable insights to both site and corporate stakeholders
Ensure adherence to company accounting standards, internal controls, and organizational financial policies across plant operations
Administer the standard costing framework for raw materials, ingredients, packaging, byproducts, and finished goods, keeping cost data current and dependable
Investigate manufacturing variances related to yield, labor, material consumption, overhead allocation, and waste, then recommend steps to improve cost efficiency
Support inventory and operational planning through budget ownership, monthly forecasting, capital spend tracking, and analysis of actual results against plan
Build financial models and business analyses that guide operational choices and support continuous improvement initiatives within the facility

What we offer

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

Fulltime

New

Plant Controller

Location

United States , Anderson

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

10+ years strong accounting and reporting experience in a manufacturing environment required
Solid inventory and costing backgrounds are a must, as is supervisory experience.

What we offer

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

Plant Controller

I'm currently partnered with a growing manufacturing organization seeking a Plan...

Location

United States , Wallingford

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
5+ years of progressive accounting experience with recent leadership position
Manufacturing or industrial accounting experience
Strong month-end close experience
Cost accounting and inventory knowledge
Solid U.S. GAAP and controls knowledge
ERP experience and advanced Excel skills
Strong business partnership skills
Process improvement mindset

Job Responsibility

Lead site-level accounting operations and reporting
Own month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close
Manage GL, reconciliations, accruals, and financial reporting
Oversee cost accounting and inventory controls
Support budgeting, forecasting, and business analysis
Strengthen internal controls and compliance processes
Support consolidations and intercompany accounting
Drive process improvements and automation initiatives
Partner with Operations and leadership teams
Lead and develop accounting team members

What we offer

Competitive compensation
Bonus
Benefits (medical, vision, dental, life and disability insurance)
401(k) plan

Fulltime

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

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

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