Plant Controller Job in Vineland, NJ

Plant Controller

We are looking for an experienced Plant Controller to lead financial oversight for a manufacturing operation in Vineland, New Jersey. This role will guide plant-level accounting activities, deliver accurate cost analysis, and support business decisions through timely financial reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of manufacturing cost structures, standard costing, and month-end close processes, along with the ability to partner effectively with operations leadership.

Responsibilities:

• Lead plant accounting activities by overseeing cost reporting, financial controls, and analysis tied to manufacturing performance.
• Manage the month-end close process for the facility, ensuring financial results are accurate, complete, and delivered on schedule.
• Maintain and refine standard costing methods to improve visibility into product costs, inventory valuation, and production variances.
• Analyze manufacturing expenses, labor, material usage, and overhead trends to identify risks and opportunities for operational improvement.
• Partner with plant leadership to support budgeting, forecasting, and decision-making with clear financial insights.
• Review inventory-related transactions and reconciliations to help ensure reliable records and strong internal controls.
• Investigate cost variances and communicate findings with actionable recommendations to operational and finance stakeholders.
• Support process improvements within plant finance activities, including accounting procedures and reporting workflows when needed.