Plant Controller

The Alliance Group Inc.; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Alliance Group Inc. in Boca Raton is seeking an experienced Plant Controller to lead plant-level accounting, cost analysis, budgeting and financial reporting. You will partner with plant leadership to drive profitability and operational performance in a growing manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years in manufacturing finance, strong costing, ERP and Excel skills, and a proven track record of improving margins. CPA preferred; Bachelor's in accounting/finance required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA preferred.
• 5+ years in accounting/finance with manufacturing experience.
• Senior-level experience in plant or cost accounting leadership.
• Strong costing, inventory accounting, and variances knowledge.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting.
• ERP systems proficiency and advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee plant accounting, month-end close, financial reporting and GL activities.
• Manage standard costing, inventory accounting, COGS and variance analysis.
• Analyze costs, labor, overhead, scrap, and production efficiency opportunities.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning for plant operations.
• Partner with plant management to improve profitability and performance.
• Monitor KPIs and provide actionable insights to senior leadership.
• Ensure accurate inventory valuation, reconciliations and internal controls.
• Support capex analysis, ROI evaluations and cost-saving initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and reporting.
• Ensure GAAP compliance and adherence to company policies.

Skills

Manufacturing finance

Cost analysis

Financial reporting

Cross-functional partner

GAAP knowledge

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting/Finance

CPA preferred

Tools

ERP software

Advanced Excel

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Plant Controller to join a growing manufacturing organization. This is a highly visible role responsible for overseeing plant-level accounting, financial reporting, cost analysis, budgeting, and operational performance. The ideal candidate will be a hands‑on finance leader with strong manufacturing experience who can partner with plant leadership to drive profitability, improve efficiencies, and support strategic decision‑making.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all plant accounting and financial operations, including month‑end close, financial reporting, and general ledger activities.
• Manage standard costing, inventory accounting, cost of goods sold (COGS), and variance analysis.
• Analyze manufacturing costs, labor, overhead, scrap, and production efficiencies to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning for plant operations.
• Partner closely with plant management and operations teams to improve profitability and operational performance.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide actionable financial insights to senior leadership.
• Ensure accurate inventory valuation, reconciliations, and internal controls.
• Support capital expenditure analysis, ROI evaluations, and cost‑saving initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and enhance financial reporting.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA preferred
• 5+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including significant experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Previous experience as a Plant Controller, Manufacturing Controller, Cost Accounting Manager, or similar leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of standard costing, inventory accounting, manufacturing variances, and cost analysis.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work cross‑functionally with plant operations and senior leadership.