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Plant Controller at Partners Personnel Plant Controller at Partners Personnel in Cartersville, Georgia Posted in about 1 hour ago.
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Plant Controller Drive Financial Performance in a Growing Manufacturing Environment We are seeking a highly analytical and business-minded Plant Controller to lead the financial operations of our manufacturing and recycling facility. This is a key leadership role that partners directly with plant and executive leadership to drive profitability, operational efficiency, financial accuracy, and strategic decision-making. The ideal candidate is a hands-on finance professional who thrives in a manufacturing environment, enjoys translating data into actionable insights, and can balance strategic planning with day-to-day financial leadership. What You'll Do Financial Leadership & Business Partnership Serve as the primary finance leader for the plant, partnering closely with Operations and Executive Leadership to drive business performance. Provide meaningful financial analysis and recommendations that support operational improvements, cost control initiatives, and profitability goals. Develop, monitor, and report key financial and operational performance metrics (KPIs). Prepare and present monthly financial results, forecasts, and business performance updates to senior leadership. Accounting & Financial Reporting Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting. Review and analyze general ledger activity, identify trends, and investigate variances against budget, forecast, and prior periods. Manage balance sheet reconciliations, subsidiary ledgers, and overall financial integrity. Prepare cash flow forecasts and monitor working capital performance. Planning, Forecasting & Analysis Lead annual budgeting and forecasting processes for the facility. Support strategic planning initiatives through financial modeling and business analysis. Identify opportunities to improve productivity, reduce costs, and enhance financial performance across operations. Compliance, Controls & Audit Ensure compliance with SOX requirements, accounting standards, and company policies. Maintain and strengthen internal controls, financial processes, and reporting procedures. Coordinate internal and external audits, serving as the primary point of contact for auditors. Prepare audit schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation. Oversee fixed asset accounting, depreciation, asset disposals, and lease accounting. Strategic Projects Support mergers, acquisitions, integrations, and other corporate initiatives. Participate in special projects that improve financial visibility, operational effectiveness, and business growth. What We're Looking For Education & Experience Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. 5+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment. Strong understanding of plant accounting, cost accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis. Experience supporting audits and SOX compliance. ERP experience required; SAP experience preferred. Technical Skills Advanced Excel skills and strong financial modeling capabilities. Solid knowledge of accounting principles, internal controls, and financial reporting. Ability to analyze large data sets and convert information into actionable business insights. Leadership Competencies Strong business acumen with a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset. Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Effective communicator who can confidently interact with plant leadership and executive teams. Ability to prioritize multiple initiatives and thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Self-starter with a collaborative approach and a commitment to continuous improvement.
