Plant Controller

We are seeking an experienced Plant Controller to lead the financial operations of a growing manufacturing facility in Manteno, Illinois.

This is a high-impact leadership role that serves as a strategic partner to Plant and Operations leadership, helping drive financial performance, cost efficiency, operational excellence, and business growth. The ideal candidate brings deep manufacturing finance expertise, strong analytical skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

• Lead all plant-level financial operations, including cost accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Partner with Plant and Operations leadership to provide financial insights that support performance improvements and strategic decision-making.
• Monitor and analyze key plant performance metrics, including cost variances, inventory accuracy, and capital expenditures.
• Develop and maintain strong internal controls to ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, company policies, and audit requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across financial processes and reporting.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the onsite finance team.
• Support operational initiatives focused on productivity, quality, and cost optimization.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 7+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a Plant Controller or manufacturing finance leadership role.
• Strong understanding of:
  Cost Accounting
• Standard Costing
• Variance Analysis
• Proven ability to lead and develop teams.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience working with large, complex datasets.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.

• Opportunity to make a direct impact in a growing manufacturing operation.
• Strategic partnership with plant leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Dynamic, collaborative, and fast-paced environment.
• Visible leadership role with opportunities for professional growth and advancement.