Divisional​/Plant Controller

Description We are looking for an experienced Divisional/Plant Controller to provide financial leadership and hands-on accounting support for a manufacturing environment. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who is detail oriented and can strengthen reporting accuracy, guide close activities, and support budgeting and cost analysis across plant operations. The role requires a practical leader who can partner with operational teams, maintain strong financial controls, and deliver clear insight into business performance.

Responsibilities:

- Direct month-end close activities to ensure timely and accurate financial results.

- Oversee plant and divisional accounting processes, including reconciliations, journal entries, and review of financial records.

- Prepare and analyze financial reports that highlight performance trends, risks, and opportunities for leadership.

- Manage manufacturing cost accounting activities, including inventory, standard costing, variance analysis, and production-related reporting.

- Lead annual budgeting efforts and support forecasting processes to align financial plans with operational goals.

- Strengthen controllership practices by maintaining internal controls, supporting compliance, and improving accounting discipline.

- Partner with plant leadership to evaluate operating results and provide financial guidance for decision-making.

- Support accounting process improvements and assist with financial activities tied to operational or system-related changes when needed. Requirements - 3+ years of experience in controllership, plant accounting, or a related accounting leadership role.

- Demonstrated expertise in month-end close and financial statement preparation.

- Strong background in manufacturing cost accounting, including inventory and variance analysis.

- Experience producing financial reporting for management in an operational or manufacturing setting.

- Knowledge of budgeting, forecasting, and annual planning processes.

- Ability to work independently in an interim or fractional leadership capacity while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

- Strong analytical skills and sound understanding of internal controls and accounting best practices.

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