Controller

Description Our client, a growing manufacturing organization, is seeking a Controller who will own the full P& L for a manufacturing operation while partnering closely with leadership to drive financial performance and operational insight. This Controller role blends hands-on plant accounting with corporate FP& A responsibilities, making it ideal for a finance leader who enjoys both operational detail and strategic analysis. The Controller will serve as a key business partner to operations, helping leadership understand cost drivers, improve margins, and support data-driven decisions across the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Leadership & P& L Ownership Own and manage the full P& L for the manufacturing operation Lead the monthly close process, financial reporting, and variance analysis Provide clear insight into revenue, margins, and cost drivers Deliver actionable reporting and KPIs to executive leadership Cost Accounting & Plant Finance Manage and analyze standard costing and cost accounting systems Analyze and report Purchase Price Variance (PPV), manufacturing variances, and absorption impacts Maintain and improve inventory valuation, costing structures, and product margins Partner with operations to evaluate labor efficiency, material usage, and production costs FP& A & Strategic Analysis Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling Support operational leaders with data-driven decision making Identify opportunities for margin improvement and cost optimization Evaluate capital investments, pricing strategies, and ROI on operational initiatives Operational Partnership Work closely with plant leadership, supply chain, and procurement Translate financial data into operational insights Drive continuous improvement initiatives and cost control measures Help build scalable processes to support future growth For immediate consideration call Jimmy Tunney at 517-657-8054. Requirements Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field 5+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, ideally in manufacturing Strong experience with Standard costing, Absorption, Purchase Price Variance (PPV) analysis preferred Inventory and manufacturing variance analysis Blend of plant accounting and FP& A experience Proven ability to own a P& L and partner with operational leadership Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .