Onsite Plant Controller – Manufacturing Finance Leader

Cabot Corporation; Illinois; On-site; USD 120,000 - 174,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K savings plans

Vision

Dental

Annual bonus

Job summary

Cabot Corporation seeks a Plant Controller to join the Tuscola, IL site leadership and manage financial operations for a complex single-site operation. You will oversee general accounting, consolidation, and external reporting while ensuring GAAP compliance and strong internal controls.

The role requires 8+ years in accounting/financial management, preferably in manufacturing, with an MBA preferred. Onsite five days a week with opportunities to influence capital decisions and budgeting processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance required or equivalent.
• MBA preferred for senior role and broader oversight.
• 8+ years in accounting/financial management, manufacturing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day maintenance of general accounting and financial reporting at the site.
• Consolidate global financial statements; manage monthly, quarterly and annual closings.
• Ensure GAAP compliance and external reporting requirements at timely intervals.
• Lead a team of accountants/analysts and coach on performance-based management.
• Develop forecasts, budgets, and analyses for senior management.

Skills

Accounting/Finance expertise

Leadership

Financial analysis

GAAP knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

MBA (preferred)

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Cabot Corporation seeks a Plant Controller to join the Tuscola, IL site leadership and manage financial operations for a complex single-site operation. You will oversee general accounting, consolidation, and external reporting while ensuring GAAP compliance and strong internal controls.

The role requires 8+ years in accounting/financial management, preferably in manufacturing, with an MBA preferred. Onsite five days a week with opportunities to influence capital decisions and budgeting processes.