Global Plant Controller: Forecasting & Strategy

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC; Edwardsburg (MI); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous bonus

On-site in Edwardsburg

Job summary

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC is seeking a Plant Controller to partner with the General Manager in a manufacturing environment. The role emphasizes forecasting, budgeting, and cost control, with a strong focus on accuracy and financial leadership at the plant level.

You will oversee month-end close, variance analysis, and long-range planning, manage plant accounting, develop cost-saving initiatives, and mentor the finance team. Light travel is possible; a CPA/CMA or MBA is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA/CMA or MBA preferred.
• 5-7 years of progressive manufacturing accounting experience.
• Experience as Plant Controller or similar role preferred.
• Expertise in cost accounting and variance analysis.

Responsibilities

• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for the plant.
• Perform variance analysis to identify cost drivers and KPIs.
• Prepare forecasts, budgets, and long-range planning.
• Manage standard cost setting, inventory valuation, and cost analysis.
• Develop plant budgets and support capital planning.
• Ensure internal controls and regulatory compliance.
• Supervise and mentor the plant's finance staff.
• Provide financial insights for operations reviews and cost-saving projects.

Skills

Advanced Excel

ERP systems

Cost accounting

Variance analysis

Leadership

Financial forecasting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA/CMA or MBA preferred

Tools

Oracle

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC is seeking a Plant Controller to partner with the General Manager in a manufacturing environment. The role emphasizes forecasting, budgeting, and cost control, with a strong focus on accuracy and financial leadership at the plant level.

You will oversee month-end close, variance analysis, and long-range planning, manage plant accounting, develop cost-saving initiatives, and mentor the finance team. Light travel is possible; a CPA/CMA or MBA is preferred.