Financial Controller; Plant

Financial Controller (Plant Controller)

Our client, a manufacturer of products that directly and positively impacts everyday lives, is currently seeking an operational hands-on Controller to support the GM.

Annual Compensation $125,000–$145,000 base plus annual incentive bonus

Immediate Benefits

• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage from day one; 401(k) with strong company match and non-elective contributions
• Industry-leading PTO: 18 days + 10 paid holidays + 2 floaters; generous flexibility for life events

Why This Controller Opportunity Stands Out

• High-visibility role with direct impact on strategic site and divisional financial performance; clear pathway for scope expansion (e.g., additional site oversight)
• Direct seat on the site leadership team, influencing transformation and business growth
• Executive visibility—reports to and partners with both local leadership and global finance
• Controller position will have a defined succession plan: opportunity to expand to additional sites as performance warrants
• Role critical to ongoing site development, $20M+ investment pipeline, and strategic transformation
• Mission-driven manufacturing: make measured impact on individuals and advance sustainability in their industry specific products

Key Responsibilities of the Site Controller

• Drive cost control, standard costing, and financial reporting to accelerate site financial rigor and visibility
• Lead annual budget, forecasting, and month-end close activities to deliver timely, actionable business insights
• The Controller will aartner with leadership to shape investment strategy, CAPEX project management, and long-term site planning
• Establish robust governance, process improvement, and financial tools to support operational transformation
• Serve as strategic finance liaison to global, divisional, and site teams—balancing hands-on analysis with high-level influence

Highly Preferred Skills/Experience of the Controller

• 5+ years relevant cost and plant/operations finance experience in a manufacturing environment
• Advanced Excel/financial modeling skills (build tools, complex formulas; Sage 100, SAP a plus)
• Demonstrated ability to lead financial performance and partner at executive/site leadership level