We are looking for a Plant Controller to provide financial leadership for a manufacturing operation in Rochelle, Illinois. This role works closely with plant leaders to turn operating results into clear financial insight, support sound decision-making, and strengthen overall business performance. The position blends forward-looking planning with hands-on oversight of plant finance, cost management, and reporting.

Responsibilities:

Lead the plant's annual budget, periodic forecasts, and financial planning processes to support operational and business targets. Partner with site leadership to interpret financial and operating results, highlight trends, and recommend practical actions to improve performance. Analyze margins, cash flow, and business risks while identifying opportunities to strengthen profitability and working capital. Review capital spending proposals by developing financial models, assessing returns, and monitoring results after implementation. Manage plant cost accounting activities, including inventory valuation, product costing, production variance analysis, and manufacturing cost reporting. Work with operations, sourcing, engineering, and maintenance teams to uncover cost drivers and improve efficiency across materials, labor, and overhead. Prepare timely financial reports and performance updates for local and senior leadership, ensuring clear visibility into site results. Maintain strong internal controls, accurate accounting records, and audit-ready documentation in line with company standards and regulatory requirements. Lead and develop site finance staff while improving reporting methods, financial processes, and management tools that support continuous improvement.

Salary:

$110,000-$132,000

Benefits:

Medical/dental/vision 401K Proven experience in plant finance, manufacturing accounting, or a similar operational finance leadership role. Strong background in manufacturing cost accounting, including standard costing, inventory accounting, and variance analysis. Demonstrated ability to manage budgeting, forecasting, month-end close, and financial reporting in a manufacturing environment. Ability to evaluate capital investments, profitability, and financial performance using clear analytical reasoning. Experience partnering with cross-functional leaders to influence decisions and improve operational results. Solid knowledge of internal controls, audit support, and financial governance practices. Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex financial information in a practical business context. Proficiency with enterprise financial systems and spreadsheet-based analysis tools. 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 and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster. 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 and Privacy Notice .