Job Description
Plant Controller Robert Half - 3.9 Kernersville, NC Job Details $130,000 - $140,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Disability insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Qualifications Bachelor's degree Accounting experience within manufacturing industry Manufacturing Manufacturing company experience Full Job Description We are looking for an experienced Plant Controller to lead financial oversight for a manufacturing operation in the Triad. This role combines hands-on cost accounting expertise with strategic financial support, helping plant leadership understand performance, improve profitability, and strengthen operational decision-making. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in manufacturing finance, sharp analytical skills, and the ability to guide both detailed accounting activities and broader business planning.
Responsibilities:
Direct plant-level accounting and financial control activities, including cost accounting, general ledger oversight, accounts payable, and accounts receivable. Maintain and refine the standard costing structure by validating product cost data, reviewing bills of materials, and monitoring cost accuracy across manufacturing operations. Evaluate inventory results, investigate variances, and deliver meaningful analysis on production costs, margins, and overall plant performance. Prepare forecasts, budgets, financial statements, and management reports that support weekly, monthly, and annual planning cycles. Partner with plant leadership to define operating targets, measure results against benchmarks, and provide financial insight for business decisions. Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, strengthen productivity, and reduce operating costs through data-driven recommendations. Establish and uphold accounting procedures and internal controls that protect company assets and support compliance with corporate policies and regulatory requirements. Lead, coach, and support the plant accounting team while fostering a high-performance and accountable work environment. Collaborate with auditors and provide documentation, analysis, and support for internal and external audit activities. Contribute financial analysis for new products, pricing and product mix decisions, and manufacturing technology or system implementation initiatives. Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; an advanced degree or certification is preferred. At least 5 years of experience in accounting or finance within a manufacturing environment. Demonstrated expertise in plant cost accounting, including standard costing, variance analysis, and manufacturing cost analysis. Experience working with bills of materials and using cost data to support inventory valuation and profitability reporting. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including the ability to work effectively with pivot tables, lookups, and large data sets. Familiarity with SAP or comparable ERP systems used in manufacturing finance environments. Proven ability to balance attention to detail with a broader understanding of plant operations and business performance. Prior leadership or supervisory experience supporting an accounting team is strongly preferred. 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. 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 "," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice .
