Manufacturing Controller

IMI plc

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As the Manufacturing Controller, you will report to the Site Finance Leader and be responsible for the financial activities of our manufacturing plant. This role is a key business partner to plant leadership, with a primary focus on analyzing operational and financial performance metrics and providing actionable recommendations to improve profitability, cost efficiency, and overall plant performance.

The Manufacturing Controller is expected to be hands‑on, shop‑floor‑oriented, and highly data‑driven. Strong analytical capability, advanced Excel skills, and a passion for leveraging IT systems and technology are critical to streamlining financial processes, improving data accuracy, and supporting effective decision‑making across the manufacturing operation.

Location: Farmington, CT Onsite Daily

• Develop, manage, and monitor plant-level budgets, forecasts, and financial performance metrics to ensure financial objectives are achieved
• Track and analyze performance versus budget and forecast, clearly explaining variances and trends
• Support long-range planning and continuous improvement initiatives

• Own and maintain manufacturing cost structures, including standard costs for labor, material, and overhead
• Analyze and report on key financial and operational indicators, including cost variances, productivity, efficiency, scrap, and inventory
• Provide clear financial insights to support operational and strategic decision‑making
• Conduct profitability, make‑vs‑buy, and capital investment analyses as needed

• Collaborate closely with plant management and cross‑functional teams (Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain) to identify improvement opportunities
• Drive and support cost‑saving and efficiency initiatives that enhance plant profitability
• Act as a trusted finance business partner at all levels within the manufacturing plant, with a strong presence on the shop floor

• Leverage ERP and other IT systems to streamline financial processes and improve reporting efficiency
• Develop and maintain Excel‑based models, dashboards, and analytical tools
• Enhance data accuracy, integrity, and accessibility to support timely decision‑making
• Partner with IT and Corporate Finance on system improvements and analytics capabilities

• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, company policies, and internal control requirements
• Maintain accurate financial records, inventory controls, and documentation
• Support audits and internal reviews as required

• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with cross‑functional teams
• Provide financial guidance and support in a collaborative, solutions‑oriented manner
• Mentor and support plant accounting or finance staff, as applicable

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field
• MBA or professional certification (CPA, CMA) preferred
• Minimum 5 years of experience in financial management, controlling, or a similar role within a manufacturing environment
• Strong background in cost accounting and plant‑level financial support

• Highly analytical…