Manufacturing Plant Controller - Financial Insight Leader

Tobias Solutions; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm in Worcester is looking for a Plant Controller to oversee financial operations for a plant with approximately $80M in sales. The successful candidate will manage financial analysis, budgeting, and reporting while ensuring compliance with corporate policies. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting and at least 5 years of experience in a similar role, along with proficiency in SAP and strong Excel skills. This position emphasizes leadership and strategic decision-making to support operational management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or equivalent required.
• 5+ years of experience in a plant or business controller role.
• Proficiency in SAP and strong Excel and presentation skills.
• Ability to influence cross-departmental activities without direct authority.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and control all accounting, budgeting, and financial analysis activities.
• Ensure accurate financial transactions and reporting.
• Manage and summarize financial analysis for operations management.
• Lead finance and purchasing teams.
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies and regulations.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Budget Management

Team Leadership

Compliance

Communication Skills

Data-driven problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Accounting, or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Excel

Job description

A leading manufacturing firm in Worcester is looking for a Plant Controller to oversee financial operations for a plant with approximately $80M in sales. The successful candidate will manage financial analysis, budgeting, and reporting while ensuring compliance with corporate policies. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting and at least 5 years of experience in a similar role, along with proficiency in SAP and strong Excel skills. This position emphasizes leadership and strategic decision-making to support operational management.