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Creative Financial Staffing
Plant Controller
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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.
$161,971 / year median in New Jersey
+3% projected growth
Job Description
a { text-decoration: none; color: #464feb; } tr th, tr td { border: 1px solid #e6e6e6; } tr th { background-color: #f5f5f5; } Plant Controller Join a leading manufacturer of beauty, personal care, and home care products that partners with top brands to bring custom formulations to market. The company values teamwork, growth, safety, and a supportive work environment where every employee's contribution matters. About the Role The Plant Controller oversees all financial operations for the manufacturing facility. This role supports budgeting, reporting, cost control, inventory accuracy, and compliance. You'll work closely with plant leadership to provide clear financial insights that improve operations and profitability. What You'll Do Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements and key performance metrics Support budgeting, forecasting, and cost management activities Oversee inventory valuation, reconciliations, and controls to improve accuracy and reduce waste Ensure compliance with corporate accounting policies and internal controls Develop and maintain product costing models and support CAPEX planning Provide financial insights that guide decision‑making and continuous improvement Collaborate with operations, supply chain, and cross‑functional plant teams Assist with ad hoc analysis, modeling, and financial reporting Support audits and help maintain a controlled, compliant environment What You'll Need Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or related field 4–6 years of financial management experience in manufacturing Strong skills in budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and cost accounting Experience with ERP system AS400 preferred but not required and advanced Excel Background in manufacturing environments Skills That Lead to Success Strong financial analysis and variance reporting abilities Expertise in cost accounting and manufacturing cost allocation Solid understanding of internal controls and compliance Ability to communicate financial information clearly to non‑finance teams Experience managing inventory accuracy and improving processes Ability to collaborate across departments and support plant leadership Additional Information Equal employment opportunity employer Accommodations available for applicants with disabilities The company does not accept unsolicited agency submissions Compensation Base salary approximately $155,000 #LI-JT1 #