Assistant Plant Controller

Assistant Plant Controller

Columbus, Ohio Area
$110,000 – $120,000

Join a global manufacturing leader with nearly 70 years of innovation, over 100 facilities worldwide, and a reputation for operational excellence. Backed by the resources and stability of one of the industry's largest suppliers, this state-of-the-art manufacturing facility continues to experience strong growth driven by expanding product demand and strategic investments.

As a result of continued success, our client is seeking an
Assistant Plant Controller
to support financial operations, drive cost improvement initiatives, and partner closely with plant leadership to enhance profitability and operational performance.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Direct exposure to plant leadership and executive management
• Highly visible role with significant impact on business decisions
• Modern, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility
• Stable organization with strong financial performance
• Excellent career advancement opportunities within a global organization
• Collaborative culture with a focus on continuous improvement

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with operations and plant leadership to analyze and improve manufacturing performance
• Lead cost accounting activities, including product costing, inventory valuation, and variance analysis
• Develop, maintain, and improve standard cost accounting methodologies
• Analyze material, labor, and overhead costs while identifying opportunities for cost reduction
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and annual operating plan development
• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting packages
• Monitor inventory controls and ensure compliance with GAAP accounting standards
• Assist with month-end closing activities and financial reconciliations
• Support ERP/MRP system optimization and reporting enhancements
• Coordinate and facilitate internal controls, SOX compliance, and audit activities
• Provide financial analysis and recommendations to support strategic business decisions

Qualifications

• Bachelor s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
• 3+ years of manufacturing accounting, cost accounting, or plant accounting experience
• Strong understanding of inventory accounting, cost accounting, and financial analysis
• Experience working within an ERP/MRP environment
• Knowledge of GAAP and internal control processes
• Advanced Excel and financial reporting skills
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities

Preferred Skills

• Cost Accounting
• Plant Accounting
• Inventory Control
• Variance Analysis
• Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
• Standard Costing
• ERP/MRP Systems
• Manufacturing Finance
• Budgeting & Forecasting