Plant Controller

FactoryFix; Jeffersonville (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Revere Plastics Systems, LLC in Jeffersonville, IN seeks a Plant Controller to oversee the plant’s financial health, manage costs, and provide actionable insights. Reports to the Corporate Controller and partners with the plant GM to drive profitability and control expenses.

The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years in manufacturing accounting, cost accounting, inventory management, and ERP experience (SAP/Oracle/Microsoft Dynamics). Strong Excel skills and GAAP knowledge are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance.
• CPA or CMA is a plus.
• 3-5 years of accounting or finance experience in manufacturing.
• Experience with cost accounting, inventory management, and financial reporting in manufacturing.
• Experience with ERP systems SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics.
• Knowledge of GAAP.
• Ability to use financial software and analysis tools to generate reports and forecasts.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze financial statements (monthly, quarterly, and annual) to reflect the plant’s performance and financial position.
• Develop annual budgets, financial forecasts, and help management track performance against targets.
• Track, control, and reduce production costs, and allocate labor, overhead, and material costs to product lines.
• Ensure compliance with financial policies, processes, and internal controls.
• Oversee valuation and reporting of inventory, cycle counting and physical counts.
• Analyze variances between actual and budgeted performance and explain discrepancies.
• Support product pricing strategies by analyzing production costs.
• Assist with internal and external audits for compliance and accuracy.
• Identify strategies to improve profitability and efficiency.
• Work with operations, engineering, and supply chain to align with financial goals.
• Develop, update, and enhance accounting systems; assist with ERP modifications.

Skills

Financial analysis

Forecasting

Budgeting

Cost accounting

ERP experience

Communication to stakeholders

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA or CMA is a plus

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Dynamics

Excel

Job description

Revere Plastics Systems, LLC, has an opportunity for an ambitious, qualified individual looking for a Plant Controller position at our Jeffersonville, Indiana location. We realize our employees are one of the keys to our success and look for individuals who share our passion for growing, succeeding, and generating results. The ideal candidate could be performing in an Accountant or Assistant Controller role today, who is passionate about their career development and helping a plant to understand its budget, expenses, profit, and loss so the right business decisions can be made to support healthy and stable operation.

We realize our employees are key to our success and look for individuals who share our passion for growth, success, and results.

GENERAL PURPOSE OF JOB

The Plant Controller is responsible for overseeing the financial health of the plant, managing costs, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and supporting management decisions with actionable financial insights. This position reports directly to the Corporate Controller and acts as a strong business partner to the plant's General Manager.

Essential Duties, Tasks And Responsibilities

• Preparation and analyze financial statements (monthly, quarterly, and annual reports) to reflect the plant’s performance and financial position.
• Develop annual budgets, financial forecasts, and help management track performance against targets. This includes monitoring manufacturing costs and capital expenditures.
• Track, control, and reduce production costs, as well as allocating labor, overhead, and material costs to specific product lines.
• Ensure compliance with financial policies, processes, and internal controls to prevent errors, fraud, and inefficiency.
• Oversee accurate valuation and reporting of raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods inventory. Manage and oversee cycle counting and physical inventory processes.
• Analyze variances between actual and budgeted financial performance, including costs, margins, and plant efficiency, and provide explanations for discrepancies.
• Support product pricing strategies by analyzing production costs and advising on optimal pricing levels.
• Assist with internal and external audits to ensure compliance with regulations and accurate financial reporting.
• Identify and implement strategies to improve the plant’s profitability by controlling costs and improving efficiencies.
• Work closely with operations, engineering, and supply chain teams to improve financial performance and ensure decisions are aligned with financial goals.
• Develop, update, and enhance accounting system for optimum accuracy, timeliness, and efficiency.
• Assist with ERP modifications.

EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• CPA or CMA is a plus.
• 3-5 years of accounting or finance experience in a manufacturing environment or industrial environment.
• Experience with cost accounting, inventory management, and financial reporting in manufacturing.
• Experience with ERP systems like SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics.
• Prior experience in a plant controller or similar role (e.g., finance manager, cost accountant) is advantageous.
• Knowledge of, or familiarity with, GAAP.
• Ability to use financial software and analysis tools to generate reports and forecasts.

Successful Candidate Skills and Competencies include:

• Ability to analyze large amounts of financial and operational data and provide actionable insights to management.
• Ability to address financial issues proactively, such as discrepancies in costs or variances.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, financial modeling, and knowledge of ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.).
• Understanding of manufacturing workflows, cost structures, and how different processes impact financial results.
• Ability to effectively communicate financial results and insights to non-financial stakeholders, including plant managers and senior leadership.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines, especially during month-end close periods or budget cycles.
• High attention to financial accuracy and cost monitoring.
• Able to take initiative in identifying problems and implementing solutions.
• Works well in cross-functional teams to meet plant goals.
• Demonstrates integrity and upholds accounting standards and financial regulations.