Manufacturing, Finance & Accounting

Plant Controller – Manufacturing – St. Clair County

St. Clair County, MI (On-site)
Full Time

Position Overview

The Plant Controller leads all financial management, reporting, and analytical functions for a high-performing manufacturing operation. This role serves as a strategic partner to plant leadership, driving financial accuracy, cost control, and operational insights that support continuous improvement and sustainable growth.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead all site-level accounting, cost accounting, and FP&A activities in alignment with corporate policies and GAAP
  • Oversee and enhance the standard costing system, including material, labor, and overhead structures
  • Partner with operations and engineering to analyze production variances, scrap, yield, and rework, driving actionable cost improvements
  • Manage monthly close and reporting cycles, delivering accurate financial statements and variance analysis
  • Oversee inventory processes, including cycle counts and physical inventory, ensuring accuracy and compliance
  • Ensure the integrity of the balance sheet through accurate inventory valuation, timely reconciliations, and strong internal controls
  • Maintain hands-on ownership of core accounting functions, including journal entries, account reconciliations, inventory accounting, and month-end close

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA or CMA preferred)
  • 7+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing finance or cost accounting
  • Strong expertise in standard costing, variance analysis, and absorption accounting
  • Advanced Excel skills, including financial modeling, Power Query, and data analysis
  • Experience with manufacturing ERP systems (IQMS / DELMIAWorks preferred)