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Michael Page

Plant Controller - Manufacturing - Hampton, NH

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A Controller directs and oversees the treasury of a government, private corporation or non-profit organization, and may oversee the investment of funds. Supervises the quality of accounting and financial reporting within an organization, and directs preparation of reports that show the financial position of an organization.

$160,402 / year median in New Hampshire

+3% projected growth

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Opportunity to spearhead the accounting department of a $100m manufacturing site 9/80 schedule, allowing for an additional 26 days off per year (every other Fri) About Our Client Our client is a growing, highly engineered manufacturing business serving regulated and mission-critical end markets. Backed by significant investment and operating from a well-established site, the organization combines the stability of an established manufacturer with the pace and opportunity of a growth-focused environment. Due to continued expansion and increasing operational complexity, the company is seeking an experienced Plant Controller to partner closely with site leadership and drive financial performance across a major manufacturing facility. The role is based in Hampton, NH and offers significant visibility with senior executives and key decision-makers. The employer has partnered exclusively with Michael Page Boston to secure their next Plant Controller hire. Job Description Reporting to senior finance leadership, the Plant Controller will serve as the lead finance partner for a manufacturing site generating $100M+ in annual revenue. The successful candidate will own site-level financial reporting, drive operational performance, and provide commercial insight to support continued growth. Main duties and responsibilities include the following: Lead all site financial activities including month-end close, forecasting, budgeting, and financial reporting. Provide insightful analysis of operational and financial performance, including variance analysis and management commentary. Partner with manufacturing, operations, programme management, and site leadership teams to improve profitability and operational efficiency. Oversee cost accounting activities including standard costing, manufacturing variances, inventory accounting, cost roll-ups, and productivity analysis. Develop and enhance reporting around work-in-progress (WIP), percentage-of-completion accounting, and contract profitability. Support inventory management initiatives, including analysis of purchase price variance (PPV) and manufacturing performance metrics. Drive process improvements that strengthen financial controls, reporting accuracy, and decision-making. Lead site budgeting and capital expenditure planning activities. Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and corporate financial policies. Support external audits and regulatory reviews as required. Provide leadership and mentorship across the broader site finance function while partnering with accounting and shared services teams. This opportunity is exclusive to Michael Page Boston. Submit your resume today using the link provided! The Successful Applicant In return for a competitive remuneration package, the successful candidate will possess the following: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline. Strong background in manufacturing related accounting Strong cost-accounting experience - non-negotiable Experience supporting standard costing environments and analysing manufacturing variances. Understanding of WIP reporting, percentage-of-completion accounting methodologies etc. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with the ability to analyse complex operational and financial data. Proven ability to influence senior leaders and communicate financial information to non-finance audiences. Strong commercial mindset with a track record of driving performance improvements. What's on Offer Base salary range of $ 180,000 to $ 190,000, dependent upon experience 20% annual bonus - performance related Competitive benefits package Competitive
PTO 9/80
schedule, allowing for an additional 26 days off per year (every other Friday).