Plant Controller, Aerofit

Job Information

Job Identification: 116974

Job Category:
Finance

Posting Date: 04/08/2026, 12:00 AM

Location:

1425 Acacia Ave, Fullerton, CA, 92831, US (On-site)

Job Schedule:

Full time

Export-Controlled Data:
This position entails access to export‑controlled items and employment offers are conditioned upon an applicant's ability to lawfully obtain access to such items.

Position Overview:

As a Plant Controller, Aerofit, you will be part of our Industrial Finance Controllership team working as an on‑site employee at our Fullerton, CA location.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Governance & Internal Controls.
• Maintain accurate financial statements in strict accordance with US GAAP and corporate policies.
• Lead comprehensive month‑end and quarterly closing processes to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
• Drive full compliance with Sarbanes‑Oxley (SOX) requirements and continuously improve the site's internal control environment.
• Oversee inventory management, including the coordination of year‑end physical inventories, cycle counting programs, and the development of robust control procedures.
• Manage the fixed asset sub‑ledger, including expenditure monitoring, Construction‑in‑Progress (CIP) reviews, and asset audits.
• Proactively identify accounting risks and implement effective mitigation strategies.
• Operational Business Partnership.
• Collaborate with the Plant Manager and operations team to provide transparent, actionable financial reporting.
• Develop and manage annual budgets and periodic financial forecasts.
• Analyze plant performance and variances, translating data into insights that drive operational improvements.
• Provide high‑level scenario modeling and ad‑hoc business case analysis to support strategic investment and ROI.
• Deliver financial presentations to plant leadership, business units, and corporate stakeholders.
• Standardize routine business processes to eliminate waste and drive value creation.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and professional development within the finance and operations teams.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• 7‑10 years experience with a proven track record in a manufacturing operations environment with deep knowledge of cost accounting.
• Must have at least 5 years experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in financial statement analysis, product costing, and business case development.
• A strategic thinker who can work independently while collaborating across all levels of the organization.
• High integrity, a "continuous improvement" mindset, and the ability to thrive in an innovative, fast‑paced environment.
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Epicor Avante and Hyperion Financial Management (HFM) is highly preferred.
• Location/Plant Controller experience for a manufacturing facility within a publicly traded company.

The base pay range for this position in California is $ - $ per year. Pay is based on market location and may vary depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. A sign‑on payment may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered.

Howmet is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We 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, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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