Plant Controller

Compunnel Inc.; Keene (NH); On-site; USD 79,900 - 82,656; Full time

Job summary

A manufacturing company in Keene, NH, is seeking an experienced Assistant Plant Controller to support financial accuracy and cost control at a facility generating ~$80M annually. Candidates must have over 5 years of relevant experience, strong ERP skills, and be U.S. citizens. The position offers a salary of $58.00/hr - $60.00/hr and involves overseeing month-end closings, budgeting, and compliance with GAAP.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on Assistant Plant Controller or Manufacturing Cost Accounting experience.
• Proven experience as an Assistant Plant Controller or equivalent role.
• Knowledge of U.S. GAAP, cost analysis, and financial controls.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National (ITAR compliance required).

Responsibilities

• Oversee month-end closing, financial reporting, and variance analysis.
• Lead cost accounting activities—standard costing, inventory valuation, and job order review.
• Partner with operations to manage budgets, forecasts, and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, SOX, and internal control standards.
• Support annual budget and five-year financial planning cycles.

Skills

Hands-on Assistant Plant Controller experience

Manufacturing Cost Accounting experience

Strong ERP (SAP/PeopleSoft/Epicor)

Advanced Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration

Tools

SAP

PeopleSoft

Epicor

Job description

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Base pay range

$58.00/hr - $60.00/hr

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One-Line Must-Have Statement:

Must have 5+ years of hands‑on Assistant Plant Controller or Manufacturing Cost Accounting experience with strong ERP (SAP/PeopleSoft/Epicor) and advanced Excel proficiency, working onsite at the Keene, NH plant in compliance with DOD/ITAR.

About the Role

The Assistant Plant Controller supports the Plant Controller and leadership team to drive financial accuracy, cost control, and business performance at a manufacturing facility generating ~$80M in annual revenue. The role focuses on cost accounting, budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and compliance with GAAP and internal policies.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee month‑end closing, financial reporting, and variance analysis.


• Lead cost accounting activities—standard costing, inventory valuation, and job order review.


• Partner with operations to manage budgets, forecasts, and cost‑reduction initiatives.


• Ensure compliance with GAAP, SOX, and internal control standards.


• Support annual budget and five‑year financial planning cycles.


• Prepare financial analyses for capital projects and management presentations.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.


• 5–10 years of manufacturing finance or cost accounting experience.


• Proven experience as an Assistant Plant Controller or equivalent role.


• Strong ERP experience (SAP, PeopleSoft, or Epicor) and advanced Excel skills.


• Knowledge of U.S. GAAP, cost analysis, and financial controls.


• Must be a U.S. Citizen or National (ITAR compliance required).

Preferred

• CPA or MBA


• Experience with forecasting tools (Khalix, Longview, etc.)

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Accounting/Auditing


• Manufacturing