Controller

JOB SUMMARY

The Plant Controller is the lead financial executive for the manufacturing facility, serving as a strategic business partner to the Plant Manager. This role is responsible for the overall financial health of the plant, including P&L management, cost accounting, budgeting, and internal controls. The ideal candidate combines deep technical accounting expertise with an operational mindset to drive profitability and efficiency.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Financial Leadership & Reporting

• Own the plant’s P&L, balance sheet, and cost center reporting.
• Manage month-end close activities, including financial reconciliations and variance capitalization.
• Ensure accuracy of the standard cost system, including labor rates, overhead absorption, and Bill of Materials (BOM) integrity.
• Monitor and analyze manufacturing variances (materials, labor, and overhead) to identify trends and opportunities.

Operational Partnership & Planning

• Partner with the Plant Manager to optimize production efficiency, monitor scrap rates, and improve labor productivity.
• Lead the development of the Annual Operating Plan (AOP), budgets, and rolling financial forecasts.
• Evaluate capital expenditure (CAPEX) requests, providing ROI analysis, payback tracking, and post-implementation validation.
• Conduct product-level margin analysis to support operational decision-making (e.g., make vs. buy, capacity planning).

Inventory & Controls

• Oversee inventory valuation, WIP accuracy, reserves, and cycle count programs.
• Ensure strict adherence to SOX compliance, internal controls, and corporate financial policies.
• Coordinate internal and external audits, maintaining a strong and transparent control environment.
• Manage materials planning and logistics from a financial perspective to reduce overtime and inventory carrying costs.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance is required; a Master’s degree (MBA) or professional certification (CPA, CGMA, or CMA) is highly preferred.
• Experience: 7–10+ years of progressive finance experience, with at least 3–5 years in a manufacturing leadership or Controller role.
• Technical Skills: Deep expertise in cost accounting, GAAP/IFRS, and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or Hyperion).
• Competencies: Strong analytical, forecasting, and problem-solving skills with the ability to lead cross-functional initiatives