Plant Controller

We are looking for a Plant Controller to join our team in Davenport, IA
. The Plant Controller with Quikrete Heavy Construction Materials is a key member of the Plant Leadership Team. This role owns plant-level financial performance and partners with operations to drive EBITDA improvement, cost discipline, inventory accuracy, capital effectiveness, and strong internal controls.

• Competitive wages.
• Company provided benefits:
  Medical, Dental, Vision, Company paid life and disability benefits, paid vacation, and 401K.

• EBITDA & Financial Performance Ownership
  • Partner with the Plant Manager to drive plant-level EBITDA, margin improvement, and cash performance.
  • Lead development of the annual operating budget and rolling forecasts, including production costs, fixed costs, and capital expenditures.
  • Own and communicate variance analysis to Budget, Forecast, and Prior Year across volume, price, mix, usage, rate, and overhead absorption drivers.
  • Identify risks and opportunities impacting plant profitability and recommend corrective operational actions.
  • Support cost‑reduction and continuous improvement initiatives through financial modeling and scenario analysis.
• Cost Accounting & Financial Reporting
  • Lead the month-end close process for the plant, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.
  • Ensure proper accounting of production costs, material consumption, labor absorption, and overhead allocation.
  • Maintain and update standard costs to reflect current material inputs, labor assumptions, and overhead rates.
  • Analyze manufacturing variances and partner with operations to drive corrective action.
  • Ensure compliance with GAAP, company accounting policies, and internal control standards.
• Inventory Governance & Working Capital
  • Own inventory reconciliation and accuracy across raw materials, work‑in‑process, finished goods, spare parts, and operating supplies.
  • Lead physical inventory counts and cycle count programs; investigate and resolve discrepancies.
  • Monitor slow‑moving, obsolete, and excess inventory exposure.
  • Drive working capital discipline across inventory and payables.
• Capital & Asset Management
  • Oversee plant capital expenditures to ensure proper authorization, tracking, and accounting treatment.
  • Monitor capital project spend against approved budgets and forecasts.
  • Ensure accurate fixed asset records and depreciation.
  • Support long‑range capital planning and return‑on‑investment analysis.
• Accounts Payable Supervision
  • Supervise plant-level Accounts Payable activities to ensure timely and accurate invoice processing and vendor payments.
  • Maintain strong controls over invoice approvals, coding accuracy, and compliance with purchasing policies.
  • Partner with operations and procurement to resolve discrepancies and improve payment processes.
• Leadership & Compliance
  • Serve as a trusted advisor to plant leadership, strengthening financial acumen across operations.
  • Maintain strong internal controls and support audit and compliance requirements.
  • Uphold safety, integrity, and ethical standards consistent with company values.
  • Develop and mentor accounting or administrative staff as applicable.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong knowledge of cost accounting, inventory accounting, and GAAP.
• Demonstrated experience partnering with operations leadership.
• Experience supervising accounting or clerical staff preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and ERP systems.
• Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
• CPA, CMA, or MBA preferred.
• Experience in cement, aggregates, heavy manufacturing, or industrial operations.
• Experience supporting multi‑site or regional operations.

Each day brings new challenges, and we make sure you are prepared for it all. Our dedication to continual improvement and hands‑on training ensures you are ready for the many new experiences and challenges you will face.

• A friendly and team‑oriented work environment, with a supportive management team.
• Hands‑on training for our employees and opportunities for advancement.
• A company dedicated to continuous improvement.

• The process is simple. Click on the “Apply Now” button to get started. Good luck!