Plant Controller

Mueller Water Products; Kimball (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with 5% company match

Tuition reimbursement

100% paid parental leave

Job summary

Mueller Water Products in Kimball, Tennessee, is seeking a Plant Controller to oversee plant accounting and support management with analytical insights. This role requires a B.S. in accounting and 7–10 years of experience.

The successful candidate will manage KPIs, facilitate the financial close process, and coordinate budgets. The position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, and a generous 401(k) matching program.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of experience in all aspects of manufacturing accounting.
• Ability to interact with all levels of employees and management.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide analytical support to management teams related to KPIs.
• Facilitate monthly financial close and prepare financial reports.
• Manage capital spending & cost savings projects.

Skills

Leadership skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Analytical skills

Knowledge of GAAP

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

B.S. degree in accounting

Master’s degree or CPA (preferred)

Tools

ERP system experience (JDE E1, Oracle EPM)

Power Query

Job description

Job Summary

As a Plant Controller at Mueller Water Products, you will provide analytical and strategic support to the Plant Manager, Operations team and Management Team of the specialty valve operations. Your primary duties include overseeing all accounting for the manufacturing plant and managing the company’s specific KPIs, completing analytical views that help management take actions that support business objectives.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide analytical support to management teams, including management of KPIs and performing cost analysis.
• Facilitate and own monthly financial close process and preparation of financial statements and reports for one large and two small manufacturing locations.
• Coordinate and prepare monthly forecasting with local management team.
• Own, prepare, and present annual budget and strategic plans in coordination with Plant Management.
• Manage standard cost and manufacturing account system as well as all plant accounting.
• Manage capital spending & cost savings projects and advise local management of proper processes relating to these projects.
• Manage physical inventory process for one large and two small manufacturing locations.
• Establish, implement, and monitor all internal controls and facilitate all external and internal audits.
• Continuously evaluate plant and finance processes to ensure compliance with GAAP and identify improvement opportunities.
• Oversee direct supervision of finance and accounting team members, including performance evaluations, work assignment distribution, and management of time‑off schedule.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in accounting.
• 7–10 years of experience in all aspects of manufacturing accounting.
• Knowledge of GAAP accounting, automated accounting systems, and SOX.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills; ability to interact with all levels of employees, management, and outside professionals.
• Outstanding communication, problem‑solving skills, and ability to perform, manage and/or direct multiple tasks and determine priorities.
• Knowledge of working with and advising on complex accounting situations relating to manufacturing operations.
• Ability to influence peers at staff level to understand and achieve alignment and common goals.
• Excellent computer/systems/PC skills, especially in Microsoft Office Suite; advanced Excel, Power Query, ERP system experience (JDE E1, Oracle EPM) and Lean/Six Sigma a plus.
• Preferred: Master’s degree or CPA.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to remain in stationary or standing position for prolonged periods and alternate between.
• Ability to repeat gross or fine manipulation that may include the use of wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Ability to wear PPE, including safety glasses, steel‑toed shoes, ear plugs, while working in an industrial environment.
• Maintain communication through in‑person, phone, or computer.
• Occasionally lift, carry, push, pull, or move objects up to 25 lbs in all directions; reach overhead or below shoulder level; stoop, crouch, or kneel.

Compensation & Benefits

Mueller offers an excellent salary and benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with 5% company match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, short‑ and long‑term disability benefits, vacation, 100% paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, student‑debt retirement matching, well‑being program, Employee Assistance Program, company‑provided life insurance, and supplemental insurance at group rates.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Mueller Water Products, Inc. is an equal‑employment employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or expression), age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.