Plant Controller

We are looking for an experienced Plant Controller to lead the accounting and financial activities for a manufacturing operation in Holland, Ohio. This position plays a key role in delivering reliable financial reporting, strengthening internal controls, and providing cost insights that support sound business decisions. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in plant accounting, budget management, and cross-functional partnership within a production environment.

Responsibilities:

Direct the day-to-day work of the accounting function, including guidance and oversight for accounting analysts or clerical staff handling transactional finance activities. Produce timely monthly and annual financial results, review statements for accuracy, and maintain the integrity of the general ledger. Lead closing activities at period end, ensuring reconciliations, journal entries, and supporting documentation are completed accurately and on schedule. Oversee receivables, payables, and collections processes to support healthy cash flow and consistent financial operations. Build, document, and enforce accounting procedures and internal controls designed to reduce risk and maintain compliance. Partner with leadership to prepare annual budgets, update forecasts, and explain financial performance through meaningful variance analysis. Manage plant cost accounting by reviewing standard and actual costs, labor performance, material consumption, and manufacturing trends to identify savings opportunities. Monitor financial activity related to capital projects and provide reporting that supports operational and investment decisions. Work closely with operations, production, and supply chain teams to improve cost efficiency and deliver actionable financial analysis, including use of NetSuite-based reporting tools. Coordinate audit support, tax-related payments, insurance reporting needs, and adherence to applicable local, state, and federal requirements. Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance. At least 5 years of accounting experience in a manufacturing setting, with strong exposure to cost accounting, general ledger activity, auditing, and financial analysis. Demonstrated expertise in manufacturing cost accounting, including standard costing, variance review, and month-end close responsibilities. Proficiency with accounting systems and Microsoft Excel; experience with NetSuite is strongly preferred. Solid understanding of financial controls, reconciliations, and regulatory compliance requirements. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data and support operational decision-making. Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across finance and plant leadership teams. 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 "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice . Plant Controller 3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars Holland, OH 43528 $120,000 - $150,000 a year Robert Half 13,767 reviews $120,000 - $150,000 a year We are looking for an experienced Plant Controller to lead the accounting and financial activities for a manufacturing operation in Holland, Ohio. This position plays a key role in delivering reliable financial reporting, strengthening internal controls, and providing cost insights that support sound business decisions. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in plant accounting, budget management, and cross-functional partnership within a production environment.

Responsibilities:

Direct the day-to-day work of the accounting function, including guidance and oversight for accounting analysts or clerical staff handling transactional finance activities. Produce timely monthly and annual financial results, review statements for accuracy, and maintain the integrity of the general ledger. Lead closing activities at period end, ensuring reconciliations, journal entries, and supporting documentation are completed accurately and on schedule. Oversee receivables, payables, and collections processes to support healthy cash flow and consistent financial operations. Build, document, and enforce accounting procedures and internal controls designed to reduce risk and maintain compliance. Partner with leadership to prepare annual budgets, update forecasts, and explain financial performance through meaningful variance analysis. Manage plant cost accounting by reviewing standard and actual costs, labor performance, material consumption, and manufacturing trends to identify savings opportunities. Monitor financial activity related to capital projects and provide reporting that supports operational and investment decisions. Work closely with operations, production, and supply chain teams to improve cost efficiency and deliver actionable financial analysis, including use of NetSuite-based reporting tools. Coordinate audit support, tax-related payments, insurance reporting needs, and adherence to applicable local, state, and federal requirements. Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance. At least 5 years of accounting experience in a manufacturing setting, with strong exposure to cost accounting, general ledger activity, auditing, and financial analysis. Demonstrated expertise in manufacturing cost accounting, including standard costing, variance review, and month-end close responsibilities. Proficiency with accounting systems and Microsoft Excel; experience with NetSuite is strongly preferred. Solid understanding of financial controls, reconciliations, and regulatory compliance requirements. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret data and support operational decision-making. Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across finance and plant leadership teams. 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 "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use and Privacy Notice .