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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.
$150,068 / year median in South Carolina
+6% projected growth
Job Description
A growing industrial manufacturing company is seeking an experienced Plant Controller to lead the financial operations of multiple manufacturing locations. This highly visible leadership role is ideal for a hands-on finance professional who thrives in a manufacturing environment and enjoys partnering with operations to improve financial performance, strengthen controls, and support continued growth. Position Summary The Plant Controller will oversee all accounting and financial activities, including financial reporting, cost accounting, inventory management, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and internal controls. This role partners closely with operations and executive leadership to provide financial insights, improve processes, and support strategic decision-making. Key Responsibilities Lead all accounting operations, including month-end close and financial reporting. Oversee manufacturing cost accounting, inventory valuation, and variance analysis. Develop budgets, forecasts, and financial models. Manage cash flow, working capital, and financial planning. Improve financial processes, internal controls, and ERP utilization. Partner with operations to drive cost improvements and operational performance. Lead and develop the accounting team. Ensure compliance with GAAP and coordinate internal and external audits. Required Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance. CPA or CMA preferred. 5+ years of Controller experience in manufacturing. Strong experience with cost accounting, inventory, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting. ERP experience (NetSuite, Oracle, SAP, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar). Advanced Excel and financial analysis skills. Preferred Multi-site manufacturing experience. Percent of Completion (POC) accounting experience. Industrial equipment or heavy manufacturing background. Experience with ERP implementations or process improvement initiatives. Core Competencies Manufacturing & Cost Accounting Financial Planning & Analysis Budgeting & Forecasting Inventory & Cash Flow Management ERP Systems Internal Controls & GAAP Compliance Process Improvement Leadership & Cross-Functional Partnership HP123