Plant Controller

About Vibrantz Technologies

Vibrantz Technologies is a leading global provider of specialty chemicals and materials solutions whose purpose is to bring color, performance, and vibrancy to life. Serving over 11,000 customers, our technologies are trusted in a variety of advanced materials, color solutions, performance coatings, and consumer products. We specialize in particle engineering, glass and ceramic science, and color technology to create impactful solutions in automotive, batteries, appliances, roofing, glass, and paints.

Headquartered in Houston, Texas, Vibrantz has over 50 manufacturing facilities and sales offices on six continents and employs 4,500 staff worldwide.

Ashtabula, OH

Salary: $ - $. We offer a comprehensive total rewards package including base pay, variable incentive programs, 401K, medical, dental, vision, life & disability, and well‑being resources.

The Plant Controller is responsible for financial management, cost accounting, and overall accounting activities supporting manufacturing operations. The role ensures compliance with accounting standards and internal control requirements while providing financial insight to drive operational performance and decision‑making. The position partners closely with plant leadership to translate financial data into actionable insights that support efficiency, cost optimisation, and continuous improvement.

• Manage cost accounting and inventory processes, including standard cost updates, variance analysis, and inventory valuation methodologies.
• Oversee general accounting activities, including journal entries, balance sheet reconciliations, and audit support.
• Analyse financial performance and provide insights on plant operations, including P&L reporting and variance explanations.
• Support forecasting, budgeting, and financial planning activities for manufacturing operations.
• Partner with cross‑functional teams to ensure compliance, improve financial processes, and support operational performance.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related business field.
• Minimum of 3–7 years of experience in general ledger accounting and cost accounting.
• Working knowledge of accounting standards and internal controls (e.g., US GAAP, SOX).
• Experience using ERP systems for financial and operational reporting.
• Strong analytical and communication skills with the ability to support operational decision‑making.

• CPA, MBA, or other relevant professional certification.
• Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems, preferably S/4
  
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• Experience working in manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain internal controls and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Vibrantz Technologies Inc. (“Vibrantz”) is an equal‑opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. Vibrantz strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sex, gender, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other characteristics protected under applicable law.