Plant Controller

Description We are looking for a hands-on Plant Controller to join a manufacturing leadership team in Indianapolis, Indiana. This position plays a central role in connecting financial performance with plant operations, providing clear analysis that supports better business decisions. The ideal candidate will bring strong accounting expertise, a practical understanding of manufacturing environments, and the ability to work closely with operational leaders to improve results.

Responsibilities:

- Direct the plant's accounting activities and deliver accurate, timely financial reporting for local and corporate leadership.

- Lead month-end close by managing journal entries, account reconciliations, and detailed review of operating results.

- Oversee standard costing, inventory valuation, and cost accuracy to support reliable financial and operational reporting.

- Partner with plant leadership to evaluate labor, materials, overhead, scrap, yield, and efficiency trends, turning data into practical recommendations.

- Develop annual budgets and recurring forecasts while providing financial guidance for pricing, capital spending, and product mix decisions.

- Establish and maintain internal controls, documented accounting procedures, and compliance practices that protect company assets and data integrity.

- Coordinate internal and external audit activities and address findings through corrective actions and process improvements.

- Monitor cash flow, receivables, payables, credit exposure, and vendor-related financial matters to support healthy plant performance.

- Serve as the finance lead for plant reporting systems and collaborate with IT on enhancements, controls, and system effectiveness.

- Coach and develop accounting staff while promoting accountability, collaboration, and alignment with broader finance best practices. Requirements - Bachelor's degree in Accounting is required.

- At least 5 years of progressive accounting or finance leadership experience, ideally within a manufacturing setting.

- Demonstrated knowledge of cost accounting, inventory management, work in progress, and cost of goods sold analysis.

- Experience leading month-end close and preparing financial statements, forecasts, and variance analysis.

- Ability to build effective partnerships with operations leaders and influence business decisions through financial insight.

- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and experience with ERP or accounting systems, preferably Microsoft Great Plains.

- Prior supervisory experience with a track record of leading and developing accounting team members.

- Certifications such as CPA, CMA, or MBA are preferred.

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