About the rolewe are seeking a results-driven and operationally savvy plant controller to serve as the financial backbone of our largest manufacturing facility. This is a high-impact leadership role for a finance professional who thrives in dynamic, fast-paced environments and possesses the resilience, drive, and technical depth to elevate financial performance while supporting operational excellence.reporting directly to vice president of finance, the plant controller will own all aspects of plant-level financial operations, partnering closely with operations, supply chain, quality and plant management. This role demands a builder's mindset — someone who does not merely manage processes but creates, improves, and leads them.key responsibilitiescost accounting & financial reportingown and manage the full standard costing system, including bom validation, labor and overhead rate-setting, and variance analysisprepare and deliver accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual plant financial statements and management reportsanalyze cost drivers, manufacturing variances, and margins to provide actionable insights to plant leadershipensure timely and accurate period-end close activities in compliance with gaap and corporate policiesinventory controloversee inventory valuation, cycle count programs, and physical inventory processesidentify and address inventory risks including slow-moving, obsolete, and excess stockpartner with supply chain and production to maintain optimal inventory levels and accuracyfinancial analysis & planninglead plant-level budgeting, forecasting, and long-range financial planning processesdevelop financial models and scenario analyses to support capital investment decisions and operational initiativestrack and communicate kpis, financial trends, and performance against targets to operational and executive stakeholdersproject managementlead and support capital expenditure tracking, post-investment reviews, and cost reduction initiativesdrive cross-functional financial projects from inception to completion with clear milestones and accountabilitychampion continuous improvement efforts in financial processes, systems, and controlsleadership & team developmentlead, coach, and develop a team of accounting and finance professionalsbuild a high-performance finance culture grounded in integrity, accountability, and urgencyserve as a trusted business partner and financial advisor to the plant director and operational leadership teaminternal controls & compliancedesign, implement, and monitor robust internal controls to safeguard company assetscoordinate with internal auditors and ensure compliance with corporate, regulatory, and tax requirementsuphold the highest standards of financial ethics and transparency in all activitiesqualifications & requirementseducationbachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a closely related field requiredcpa, cma, or mba designation is a strong advantage.experience5+ years of demonstrated management experience in accounting or financial leadership rolesprior experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment is highly preferredproven track record managing cost accounting, inventory control, and plant financial operationsexperience leading cross-functional teams and projects in a dynamic operational settingtechnical skillsexpert proficiency in cost accounting methodologies (standard costing, absorption costing, activity-based costing)strong command of erp systems (baan iv, m3, sap, oracle, or equivalent); advanced excel skills requiredsolid understanding of gaap and financial reporting standardscandidate competency profilethe ideal candidate will demonstrate the following personal and professional attributes:competencywhat we're looking forresiliencedemonstrates composure and perseverance under pressure; recovers quickly from setbacks and adapts to changing priorities without losing focus or effectiveness.high staminaconsistently delivers at a high level in a demanding, fast-paced manufacturing environment; capable of managing competing priorities and tight deadlines.high ethicsoperates with unwavering integrity and transparency; sets the ethical standard for the finance function and earns trust across all levels of the organization.self-driventakes initiative without being prompted; proactively identifies issues, develops solutions, and drives results independently.builder mindsetgoes beyond maintaining the status quo — designs, builds, and improves financial processes, teams, and systems to create long-term value.leadershipinspires and develops teams; leads by example, earns respect through competence and character, and fosters an environment of accountability and growth.communicationcommunicates complex financial information clearly and concisely to both financial and non-financial audiences; adapts style to the audience.bilingualfully bilingual in spanish and english (written and spoken); ability to lead and communicate effectively across a bilingual workforce.execution-orientedstrong bias for action; makes things happen and follows through on commitments. Capable of translating strategy into results.what we offera strategic leadership role with direct impact on plant performance and profitabilitycompetitive compensation package commensurate with experiencecareer development opportunities within a growing manufacturing organizationa culture that values integrity, initiative, and resultsa collaborative environment where your ideas and leadership will shape the future of our finance function