Plant Controller Job Champaign area,Illinois USA,Accounting

Plant Controller – Manufacturing | Silgan Closures | Champaign, IL

Stability. Innovation. Industry Leader. – We Are Silgan.

Silgan Closures is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Plant Controller for our Champaign, IL manufacturing facility. This role leads plant accounting, manufacturing finance, cost accounting, financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting, inventory control, standard costing, variance analysis, and internal controls. As a key member of the plant leadership team, the Plant Controller partners with Operations and corporate leadership to improve financial performance, control manufacturing costs, safeguard company assets, and drive operational excellence.

What we offer you:

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
Company-paid life insurance, AD&D, and disability coverage
Salary range: $92,000 - $110,000 based on experience
401(k) with company match
Paid vacation and holidays
Tuition reimbursement
Voluntary benefits, including pet insurance, legal plans, identity protection
Employee engagement events and team-building activities
Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement
Stable employment with global industry leader

What you'll do:

Financial Reporting & Manufacturing Finance:
Analyze and report monthly financial results to plant and corporate leadership. Support month-end close, financial reporting, account reconciliations, and variance analysis. Prepare annual budgets, monthly forecasts, operating plans, and strategic financial plans. Monitor key plant financial metrics and performance indicators. Provide financial analysis to support manufacturing operations and business decisions. Support capital expenditure planning and investment analysis. Maintain strong financial controls, purchasing controls, and internal controls.
Cost Accounting & Inventory Management:
Manage manufacturing cost accounting, standard costing, and bills of material. Analyze labor, material, manufacturing overhead, distribution costs, returns, and inventory. Lead physical inventories and monthly inventory audits. Investigating inventory and manufacturing cost variances. Reconcile and maintain accurate perpetual inventory records. Analyze excess, obsolete, and slow-moving inventory.
Leadership & Continuous Improvement:
Lead, coach, and develop accounting team members. Improve accounting processes, reporting efficiency, inventory accuracy, and financial controls. Partner with plant leadership on cost reduction, profitability, and operational improvements. Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Plant Partnership:
Participate in daily production meetings as a member of the plant leadership team. Partner with Operations on production costs, manufacturing efficiency, inventory, and financial performance. Provide financial insight and recommendations to support plant objectives.
Safety & Food Safety:
Support all company safety initiatives and promote safe work practices. Identify and address workplace safety concerns. Maintain compliance with applicable Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Food Safety, and HACCP requirements.

You'll need to have:

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
Minimum 5 years of progressive manufacturing accounting experience
Strong background in Manufacturing Cost accounting
Stand Costing
Financial reporting
Budgeting and forecasting
Variance analysis
Inventory control and reconciliation
Internal Controls
Experience supervising, coaching, and developing employees
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to partner effectively with manufacturing operations and corporate teams

Preferred:

CPA, CMA, or MBA
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