A growing manufacturer is seeking a Plant Controller to lead plant finance, cost accounting, and operational reporting across three manufacturing plants: two in Daviess County, KY and one in Vanderburgh County, IN . You'll be the financial partner to plant leadership, turning plant data into insights that improve cost, productivity, and profitability.
This is a hands-on role:
about 50% on the plant floor and 50% at a desk analyzing the numbers . What You'll Do Own plant financial reporting, month-end close, and variance analysis Lead cost accounting: standard costs, inventory valuation, scrap, yield, and labor/overhead absorption Build budgets, forecasts, and capital (CapEx) justifications with plant managers Prepare insights for daily, weekly, and monthly operating reviews Build and improve plant dashboards, KPIs, and scorecards; standardize reporting across locations Partner with operations on productivity, labor efficiency, and cost-reduction projects Lead and coach a team of plant analysts Maintain strong internal controls and support audits What You Bring Bachelor's degree (required) in Accounting, Finance, or related; CPA or CMA a plus Cost accounting experience is a must (standard costing, inventory valuation, variance analysis in a manufacturing plant) 5+ years in plant accounting, manufacturing finance, or operations finance Solid understanding of manufacturing operations Advanced Excel; Power BI or ERP experience preferred Ability to present clearly to plant and executive leaders Comfortable working across multiple plants and stakeholders What's Offered High-impact, multi-plant finance leadership role with a 50/50 split between the plant floor and analysis Relocation assistance available Base salary up to $150,000 plus full benefits Open to local candidates and those willing to relocate Interested? Apply today to learn more about this confidential opportunity through Gpac.