Plant Controller

Ingersoll-Rand; Alsip (IL); On-site; USD 135,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Ingersoll Rand is seeking a Plant Controller in Alsip, IL to lead financial operations, ensuring accurate reporting and safeguarding of assets in a dynamic manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical skills and the ability to thrive in a collaborative leadership role.

Benefits

Medical and prescription plans

Dental and vision coverage

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Employee stock grant

Qualifications

• 5+ years of controller experience in manufacturing.
• Experience in cost/manufacturing environments focusing on variances.
• Proficiency with ERP systems, particularly SAP.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting in compliance with US GAAP.
• Implement policies to safeguard plant assets.
• Deliver insightful month-end analytical reports.

Skills

Financial Acumen

Analytical Thinking

Team Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

SAP

Excel

HFM

Essbase

Job description

Ingersoll Rand is committed to achieving workforce diversity reflective of our communities. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.

Job Title:Plant Controller

Location:Alsip, IL

About Us

Imagine a company with technology leadership of over 160 years, yet it operates with the energy of a startup. Ingersoll Rand has dedicated itself to Making Life Better for its employees, customers, shareholders, and planets. We produce innovative and mission-critical flow creation and life science technologies – from compressors to precision handling of liquids, gasses, and powers – to increase industrial productivity, efficiency, and sustainability. Supported by over 80+ brands, our products are used in various end-markets including life sciences, food and beverage, clean energy, industrial manufacturing, infrastructure, and more. Across the globe, we’re driving growth with an entrepreneurial spirit and ownership mindset. Learn more at irco.com and join us to own your future.

Job Overview:
The Ingersoll Rand Finance Team is seeking a BU/Site Controller for our IR Pump and MP Oberdorfer units in Alsip, IL. As part of the leadership team and reporting to VP of Finance, the Plant Controller will lead a dedicated team of finance professionals, overseeing policy maintenance and resource allocation to tackle a variety of challenges and opportunities.

This role ishighly collaborative, working alongside the General Manager and leadership to deliver financial acumen that supports and achieves the Annual Operating Plan. Key objectives include catalyzing revenue growth, expanding margins, and optimizing working capital, utilizing Ingersoll Rand’s IDX tools and methodologies, all within a framework that upholds our commitment to sustainability, diversity, and inclusion.

A successful candidate is an individual who has both highregard and passion for manufacturing; with acurious and proactive mindset, with a desire to enhance financial performance.

Responsibilities:

• Control Environment:Uphold strong financial controls through strict adherence to all existing SOX narratives, collaborating with internal/external audit teams to proactively identify and address potential deficiencies.
• Safeguard of Assets:Implement and execute policies and fulfill fiduciary duties to safeguard all plant assets.
• Statutory Reporting:Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting in compliance with US GAAP, corporate policies, and standardized procedures.
• Managerial Reporting:Deliver incisive month-end analytical reports that clarify the financial results, highlight trends, identify risks, and pinpoint opportunities.
• Corporate Finance Liaison:Provide prompt and precise responses to inquiries from shared financial services.
• Forecasting / Budgeting:Assist in creating reliable forecasts and budgets to guide plant operations.
• Business Partnership:Engage in and lead business process initiatives, such as Ingersoll Rand Execution Excellence (IRX), to achieve both immediate and long-term goals while enhancing financial literacy among local leadership.
• Deploy Talent:Foster a work environment that motivates the team towards corporate goals, nurtures talent development, and ensures operational continuity through strategic personnel planning. Leverage IR talent processes for recruitment, onboarding, and team advancement, while prioritizing engagement, diversity, and collaboration.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 5+ years of controller experience in manufacturing.
• 5+ years in a cost/manufacturing environment including standards setting, monitoring, analyzing, and problem solving variances such as PPV and other standard manufacturing variances
• Proficiency with ERP systems, SAP preferred, demonstrating a strong grasp of technology in financial operations.

Preferences:

• Quick learner as new intelligence tools, processes, and functionality with SAP is deployed to the business
• Thrives in fast-paced environment with the ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, while maintaining accuracy of deliverables
• Compliance and Project Management experience, with proven track record in SOX compliance, audit engagements, and effective project management.
• Expertise in Excel, HFM, Essbase, and familiarity with data warehouses and business intelligence tools.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to drive financial objectives, combined with sharp analytical thinking and a detailed understanding of accounting in a manufacturing context.
• Excel at prioritizing tasks in a fast-paced environment, effectively managing multiple completing deadlines while maintaining accuracy and efficiency
• Creative problem-solver who can adapt to change and think strategically in a dynamic environment, particularly as this location integrates what was originally a standalone facility from another state
• Possess strong cross functional collaboration skills, enabling them to build relationships across departments to drive business goals and investigate variances to plan/budget
• Ability to close the month accurately with in depth analysis of variances to plan and to provide meaningful insights to drive business actions
• For the ideal candidate, this role offers a plethora of opportunities to help improve processes, grow the business, and become a valuable business partner to the General Manager.

Work Arrangements & Travel Requirements:

• This is an onsite work arrangement in Alsip, IL manufacturing facility, with up to 20% travel based on business need.

Pay Range:

The pay range for this role is $135,000-$150,000, excluding incentive opportunities. The pay range takes into account a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skills; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and geographic location. Hired applicant will be eligible to receive (discretionary/nondiscretionary) annual bonuses and incentive compensation.

What we Offer:At Ingersoll Rand, we think and act like owners – of our business, communities, planet, and health. Our benefits empower you to take charge of your well-being, shaping a better future.

At Ingersoll Rand, we embrace a culture of personal ownership — taking responsibility for our company, our communities, and our environment, as well as our individual health and well-being. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to empower you with the tools and support necessary to take charge of your health, ensuring that together, we can continue to make life better. Our range of benefits includes health care options like medical and prescription plans, dental and vision coverage, as well as wellness programs. Additionally, we provide life insurance, a robust 401(k) plan, paid time off, and even an employee stock grant, among other offerings. These benefits are our commitment to you, so you can be your best at work and beyond.

Ingersoll Rand Inc. (NYSE:IR), driven by an entrepreneurial spirit and ownership mindset, is dedicated to helping make life better for our employees, customers and communities. Customers lean on us for our technology-driven excellence in mission-critical flow creation and industrial solutions across 40+ respected brands where our products and services excel in the most complex and harsh conditions. Our employees develop customers for life through their daily commitment to expertise, productivity and efficiency. For more information, visit www.IRCO.com.

TO APPLY: Please apply via our website Ingersoll Rand Careers by July 2025in order to be considered for this position.

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What we Offer

At Ingersoll Rand, we embrace a culture of personal ownership — taking responsibility for our company, our communities, and our environment, as well as our individual health and well-being. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to empower you with the tools and support necessary to take charge of your health, ensuring that together, we can continue to make life better. Our range of benefits includes health care options like medical and prescription plans, dental and vision coverage, as well as wellness programs. Additionally, we provide life insurance, a robust 401(k) plan, paid time off, and even an employee stock grant, among other offerings. These benefits are our commitment to you, so you can be your best at work and beyond.