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Robert Half
Controller
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What they do
A Controller directs and oversees the treasury of a government, private corporation or non-profit organization, and may oversee the investment of funds. Supervises the quality of accounting and financial reporting within an organization, and directs preparation of reports that show the financial position of an organization.
$150,102 / year median in Florida
+13% projected growth
Job Description
We are looking for a Controller to provide financial leadership and operational insight for our clients manufacturing operations in West Palm Beach, Florida. This role works closely with site and business unit leaders to translate strategic goals into practical plans, deliver accurate reporting, and strengthen decision-making through meaningful analysis. The ideal candidate brings strong manufacturing finance experience, sound accounting judgment, and the ability to connect financial results with plant performance.
Responsibilities:
- Partner with business division and operations leadership to turn longer-range objectives into annual and short-term operating plans that align with broader company priorities.
- Prepare recurring financial deliverables, including month-end reporting, forecasts, variance reviews, productivity tracking, and management reports that support day-to-day plant decisions.
- Develop analytical insights, scenario models, and business case evaluations that help leadership assess options and act on performance opportunities.
- Lead periodic forecast activities by incorporating operational and technical performance indicators from each function and highlighting risks or gaps compared with budget.
- Work with plant teams to gather, validate, and interpret financial and operational metrics in order to identify trends, explain performance changes, and support corrective action.
- Provide financial guidance across areas such as production, sales, inventory, working capital, and usage of key inputs including raw materials, fuel, and energy.
- Promote strong financial discipline across plant operations by collaborating with leadership on cost management, accountability, and performance improvement.
- Oversee accounting support and audit readiness for the annual physical inventory process, ensuring accurate counts, valuation, and documentation.