Manufacturing Site Controller — Cost-Accounting & P&L Lead

Planet Group; Topton (Berks County); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Planet Group in Topton, PA is seeking a Site Controller to lead accounting, reporting, finance, tax and audit activities, ensuring policy adherence and financial stewardship. You will supervise staff and drive performance across the site.

Responsibilities include managing accounting functions, budgeting and forecasting, cost accounting for manufacturing, and CAPEX oversight while ensuring GAAP compliance and timely P&L oversight.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Accounting or Business Management required.
• Five years minimum experience in Accounting Management.
• Hands-on cost accounting in manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and P&L reporting.
• Excellent communication and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and prioritize the accounting and financial functions within the site.
• Act as a project lead, as required.
• Draft budgets, plans, forecasts and analyze variances to improve performance.
• Hands-on cost accounting, inventory valuation, and standard costing updates.
• Oversee CAPEX, fixed assets, tax filings, and ROI analysis.
• Ensure adherence to legal and Group standards and supervise financial staff.
• Provide financial insights to site management and oversee monthly P&L.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

P&L reporting

Excel proficiency

Financial analysis

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting or Business Management

MBA

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Planet Group in Topton, PA is seeking a Site Controller to lead accounting, reporting, finance, tax and audit activities, ensuring policy adherence and financial stewardship. You will supervise staff and drive performance across the site.

Responsibilities include managing accounting functions, budgeting and forecasting, cost accounting for manufacturing, and CAPEX oversight while ensuring GAAP compliance and timely P&L oversight.