Divisional/Plant Controller

Description We are looking for an Divisional Controller to oversee divisional accounting operations for a growing private company group in Grand Prairie, Texas. This position plays a key role in strengthening financial accuracy, supporting manufacturing performance, and delivering timely insights that help leaders make sound business decisions. The ideal candidate will combine strong technical accounting knowledge with hands-on experience in cost analysis, inventory oversight, and cross-functional partnership with plant and corporate teams.

Responsibilities:

• Direct day-to-day accounting activities for the division, including ledger oversight, close processes, and preparation of reliable financial reports.
• Work alongside site leadership to evaluate production results, uncover cost trends, and recommend improvements that support profitability and efficiency.
• Manage inventory-related accounting by monitoring valuation methods, reserve activity, cycle count programs, and physical inventory execution.
• Develop and maintain reporting for operational and financial performance metrics across locations, ensuring leadership has clear visibility into results.
• Coordinate the budgeting and forecasting process with local management and corporate finance partners to produce realistic financial plans.
• Review actual performance against projections, explain variances, and provide practical recommendations to support decision-making.
• Strengthen financial controls and promote accurate data handling across accounting and operational processes.
• Support audit activity by preparing documentation and collaborating with internal and external auditors as needed.
• Lead process improvement efforts focused on automation, standardization, and better financial support for manufacturing operations.
• Coach and develop accounting staff while fostering accountability, growth, and high-quality execution within the team. Requirements
• Demonstrated experience managing month-end close and general ledger activities in an accounting leadership role.
• Strong background in financial reporting, including preparation and review of accurate statements and supporting schedules.
• Experience with cost accounting and inventory accounting in a manufacturing or operations-driven environment.
• Knowledge of audit support practices and the ability to work effectively with internal or external auditors.
• Ability to interpret financial and operational data, identify meaningful trends, and communicate actionable insights.
• Proven ability to collaborate with plant leadership, corporate finance teams, and other business partners.
• Strong leadership skills with experience mentoring accounting staff and improving team performance.

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