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Plant Controller

Job in Batesville, Panola County, Mississippi, 38606, USA
Listing for: TRC Talent Solutions
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-08-12
Job specializations:
  • Accounting
    Cost Accountant, Financial Reporting, Financial Controller, Financial Compliance
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 100000 - 150000 USD Yearly USD 100000.00 150000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

The Plant Controller oversees all accounting and financial activities for the manufacturing division, serving as a strategic business partner to plant leadership. This role is responsible for financial reporting, cost accounting, budgeting, forecasting, inventory valuation, financial controls, and operational analysis to support profitability and informed decision-making.

Summar

yThe ideal candidate is a hands-on manufacturing finance leader with deep expertise in cost accounting, inventory management, and financial planning. This individual will partner closely with operations to improve performance, drive accountability, and support continuous improvement initiatives while leading the plant accounting function

Responsibiliti
  • esLead all plant accounting activities, including general ledger, month-end close, and financial reportin
  • g.Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial result
  • s.Ensure compliance with accounting policies, internal controls, and audit requirement
  • s.Maintain and improve standard costing systems, including labor, materials, and overhead rate
  • s.Analyze manufacturing variances and provide operational leaders with actionable recommendation
  • s.Oversee inventory valuation for raw materials, WIP, and finished good
  • s.Support pricing decisions, margin analysis, and make-versus-buy evaluation
  • s.Lead annual budgeting and forecasting processes for the manufacturing divisio
  • n.Monitor performance against budget and forecast, explaining key variances and trend
  • s.Partner with plant leadership to improve cost control, profitability, productivity, and operational efficienc
  • y.Support lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives through financial analysi
  • s.Manage and develop plant accounting staff and ensure accurate, timely completion of accounting activitie
  • s.Promote a culture of accountability, accuracy, safety, and continuous improve men
  • t.Perform additional duties as assigne
Requireme
  • nts Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or CMA preferr
  • ed.10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including manufacturing cost accounti
  • ng.

    Strong knowledge of inventory costing, standard costing, variance analysis, and financial reporti
  • ng.

    Experience supporting manufacturing operations and production environmen
  • ts.

    Previous leadership, supervisory, or mentoring experience within accounting or finan
  • ce.

    Proficiency with ERP systems and advanced Microsoft Excel skil
  • ls.

    Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and decision-making abiliti
  • es.

    Ability to translate financial data into meaningful operational insigh
  • ts.

    Demonstrated understanding of internal controls, budgeting, forecasting, and business partneri
Equal Opportunity Empl

oyer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable law.

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