Plant Controller – Jeffersonville, IN

GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB

The Plant Controller is responsible for overseeing the financial health of the plant, managing costs, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and supporting management decisions with actionable financial insights. This position reports directly to the Divisional Controller or Director of Manufacturing Finance and acts as a strong business partner to the General Manager of the plant.

Responsibilities Include:

• Prepare and analyze financial statements (monthly, quarterly, and annual reports) to reflect the plant’s performance and financial position.
• Develop annual budgets, financial forecasts, and help management track performance against targets. This includes monitoring manufacturing costs and capital expenditures.
• Track, control, and reduce production costs, as well as allocating labor, overhead, and material costs to specific product lines.
• Ensure compliance with financial policies, processes, and internal controls to prevent errors, fraud, and inefficiency.
• Oversee accurate valuation and reporting of raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods inventory. Manage and oversee cycle counting and physical inventory processes.
• Analyze variances between actual and budgeted financial performance, including costs, margins, and plant efficiency, and provide explanations for discrepancies.
• Support product pricing strategies by analyzing production costs and advising on optimal pricing levels.
• Assist with internal and external audits to ensure compliance with regulations and accurate financial reporting.
• Identify and implement strategies to improve the plant’s profitability by controlling costs and improving efficiencies.
• Work closely with operations, engineering, and supply chain teams to improve financial performance and ensure decisions are aligned with financial goals.
• Develop, update, and enhance accounting system for optimum accuracy, timeliness, and efficiency.
• Assist with ERP modifications.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required.
• 3-5 years of accounting or finance experience in a manufacturing environment or industrial environment.
• Experience with cost accounting, inventory management, and financial reporting in manufacturing.
• Experience with ERP systems like SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics.
• Prior experience in a plant controller or similar role (e.g., finance manager, cost accountant).
• Knowledge of, or familiarity with, GAAP.
• CPA or CMA is a plus.
• Management experience is a plus.

Successful Candidate Skills and Competencies include:

• Ability to analyze substantial amounts of financial and operational data and provide actionable insights to management.
• Ability to address financial issues proactively, such as discrepancies in costs or variances.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, financial modeling, and knowledge of ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.).
• Understanding manufacturing workflows, cost structures, and how different processes impact financial results.
• Ability to effectively communicate financial results and insights to non-financial stakeholders, including plant managers and senior leadership.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines, especially during month-end closing periods or budget cycles.
• High attention to financial accuracy and cost monitoring.
• Able to take initiative in identifying problems and implementing solutions.
• Works well in cross-functional teams to meet plant goals.
• Demonstrates integrity and upholds accounting standards and financial regulations.