plant controller.sardis, mississippiposted august 25, 2026 job detailssummary$90,000 - $95,000 per yearpermanentbachelor degreecategorybusiness and financial operations occupations reference AB_5028706 job details Are you a hands-on financial leader ready to drive operations at a manufacturing plant in Sardis, MS? We are looking for a full-time Plant Controllerwill roll up your sleeves and directly own full-cycle AP and AR journal entries, complex tax reconciliations, and inventory valuation from Day 1. If you bring experience in plant accounting and Mississippi Tax, let's connect! Apply today with Randstad to take the next step in your career.

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$90,000 - $95,000 per yearshift: Firstwork hours: 8 AM - 5

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BachelorsResponsibilities Independently key, reconcile, process, and manage daily accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions, invoicing, collections, and vendor payments. Clean up and resolve a historical backlog of unfiled state tax returns, liaise directly with the Mississippi Department of Revenue, and successfully execute the plant's tax-exemption application process. Master and manage ongoing Mississippi Sales and Use Tax compliance, calculations, and reporting requirements. Calculate Net Realizable Value (NRV), perform aging and slow-moving stock analyses, identify inventory obsolescence, and maintain reserve schedules (debiting COGS and crediting Allowance for Obsolete Inventory). Drive timely month-end and year-end closes, process journal entries, reconcile general ledger accounts, and balance inter-company accounts. Rapidly learn and utilize our proprietary manufacturing ERP system to handle warehouse and plant accounting operations. Qualifications Proven experience operating as a working, hands-on accountant or controller within a manufacturing or warehouse environment. Recent, verifiable track record of personally handling high-volume, full-cycle AP and AR journal entries and reconciliations (not just overseeing team members). Advanced knowledge and practical execution of Mississippi Sales and Use Tax laws, filings, and state audit/backlog resolution. Expertise in calculating NRV, inventory aging analyses, and managing obsolescence reserve schedules. The essential functions of this role include:working in a smoke free environmentSkillsAccounting Degree (4 years of experience is preferred)ManufacturingERPInventoryAccounts Receivable (4 years of experience is required)Accounts Payable (4 years of experience is required)Inventory AccountingGeneral Ledger (4 years of experience is required)QualificationsYears of experience: 3 yearsExperience level: ExperiencedRandstad is a world leader in matching great people with great companies. Our experienced agents will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temporary-to-permanent or permanent opportunities, no one works harder for you than Randstad.

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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).This posting is open for thirty (30) days.