Controller, Finance & Banking, Financial Manager

SUMMARY

We are seeking a Controller with strong leadership and influence skills for a manufacturing plant. This role is in the North Richmond, Virginia area, offering relocation assistance, profit sharing plan, retirement plan with company matching, stock options, and an annual flexible reimbursement program.

• Partner with plant management to analyze performance, spot improvement opportunities, and influence decisions.
• Lead KPI performance management by designing, communicating, and tracking daily metrics that fuel continuous improvement.
• Drive financial performance by explaining operational levers and building ownership across the plant.
• Ensure financial integrity around inventory, capital assets, and operating costs—accurate, complete, and reliable.
• Own budgeting & forecasting in collaboration with plant leadership; deliver precise, high-quality projections.
• Analyze cost drivers & variances to provide clear, actionable insights into operations.
• Deliver timely, accurate reporting and lead the financial sections of monthly business reviews.
• Champion CAPEX governance—plan capital, track spending, and ensure timely asset capitalization.
• Strengthening processes by supporting continuous improvement and sharing best practices
• Maintain strong internal controls to reduce operational and fraud risks.
• Develop finance talent on site and build future leadership capabilities.

• Bachelor’s degree in finance or accounting.
• CPA a plus
• 7+ years of experience in managerial or cost accounting.
• Experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong proficiency with MS Office.
• Experience with SAP or similar ERP systems.
• Proven ability to analyze complex data, prioritize effectively, and stay highly organized.