Manufacturing Plant Controller: Costing & Inventory

Vaco; Robesonia (Berks County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Medical/dental/vision

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Vaco is seeking an experienced Plant Controller in Robesonia, PA to lead the finance and accounting operations for our manufacturing site. This hands-on leadership role ensures accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and active support of plant operations.

You will manage month-end close, budgeting, variance analysis, cost accounting, inventory valuation, and cross-functional collaboration to drive KPIs and cost reductions. Eligible for discretionary bonus and benefits.

Qualifications

• BS in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
• Advanced Finance degree is required.
• 8–10 years of finance/accounting experience, preferably manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Lead plant finance and accounting operations.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial statements and reports.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis with clear explanations.
• Maintain balance sheet oversight and reconciliations.
• Manage cost accounting including product costing and overhead rates.
• Review capital expenditure requests.
• Partner with plant leadership to drive KPIs.
• Oversee AP/AR, cash management, and credit/collections.
• Identify and implement process improvements to reduce costs.
• Monitor working capital and ensure financial controls.
• Lead physical inventory and reduce obsolete stock.
• Support annual audits with external auditors.
• Stay updated on regulatory changes.
• Develop, coach, and grow staff.

Skills

Financial analysis

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

GAAP knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Administration

Advanced Finance degree

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Vaco is seeking an experienced Plant Controller in Robesonia, PA to lead the finance and accounting operations for our manufacturing site. This hands-on leadership role ensures accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and active support of plant operations.

You will manage month-end close, budgeting, variance analysis, cost accounting, inventory valuation, and cross-functional collaboration to drive KPIs and cost reductions. Eligible for discretionary bonus and benefits.