Plant Controller

CPS Inc.; Jefferson City (TN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

CPS Inc. is seeking a Senior Accountant to oversee all financial activities for a manufacturing facility. The Plant Controller will drive financial performance, manage budgets, and ensure accurate reporting in collaboration with plant leadership.

The role emphasizes cost analysis, variance reporting, internal controls, and coordination with Operations, Supply Chain, and Engineering to improve profitability. Strong accounting standards and ERP experience are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead all plant accounting and financial reporting activities.
• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and operational reports.
• Develop, manage, and monitor the annual operating budget and periodic forecasts.
• Analyze manufacturing costs, inventory valuation, labor, overhead, and production variances.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and recommend process improvements to increase profitability.
• Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Production teams to improve financial and operational performance.
• Oversee inventory accounting, physical inventory counts, and cycle count processes.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, and internal control requirements.
• Monitor capital expenditures and prepare financial analyses for capital investment projects.
• Support month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial analysis.
• Coordinate internal and external audits and provide requested documentation.
• Monitor KPIs and communicate financial results to plant leadership.
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting of manufacturing metrics and financial performance.
• Supervise and develop plant accounting staff, when applicable.
• Assist with ERP implementations, system improvements, and continuous process improvement initiatives.

Job description

Senior Accountant $110,000 - $140,000k; 15% Bonus Finance & Accounting Professional, are you ready to take your career to another level with an organization that will have your interest in mind first?

For the past 20 years, CPS has been working with the largest employers, specifically for their accounting and finance needs.

We work strategically with our clients to find and match the best accounting and finance professionals to help improve their business.

Here at CPS, Inc, we only work with our clients to directly place quality talent for permanent and full-time positions.

Our experienced recruiters spend time getting to know you, what type of work and company culture you like, and what your career goals are moving forward.

We use our experience and knowledge of our client companies to find the right match for you.

If you are looking to build your career, ready to take on new challenges, and gain the experiences you have always wanted, we want to work with you!

Plant Controller Job Summary

The Plant Controller is responsible for overseeing all financial activities within a manufacturing facility. This role partners closely with plant leadership to drive financial performance, improve operational efficiency, maintain strong internal controls, and ensure accurate financial reporting. The Plant Controller analyzes manufacturing costs, manages budgeting and forecasting, supports strategic decision-making, and ensures compliance with company policies and accounting standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all plant accounting and financial reporting activities.
• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and operational reports.
• Develop, manage, and monitor the annual operating budget and periodic forecasts.
• Analyze manufacturing costs, inventory valuation, labor, overhead, and production variances.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and recommend process improvements to increase profitability.
• Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Production teams to improve financial and operational performance.
• Oversee inventory accounting, physical inventory counts, and cycle count processes.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, and internal control requirements.
• Monitor capital expenditures and prepare financial analyses for capital investment projects.
• Support month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial analysis.
• Coordinate internal and external audits and provide requested documentation.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and communicate financial results to plant leadership.
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting of manufacturing metrics and financial performance.
• Supervise and develop plant accounting staff, when applicable.
• Assist with ERP implementations, system improvements, and continuous process improvement initiatives.