Plant Controller

Aston Carter; Littleton (CO); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Plant Controller to oversee financial performance at their Littleton facility. This role involves managing month-end closings, analyzing financial data, and collaborating with business partners to drive profitable growth. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in manufacturing finance and strong leadership skills.

Benefits

15% bonus

PTO

Health benefits

401k

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• 10+ years in manufacturing finance.
• Experience as a Cost Accountant.
• Management experience (direct and indirect).

Responsibilities

• Communicate financial performance effectively.
• Develop and execute action plans for profitable growth.
• Lead budget and forecast processes for the Littleton Facility.

Skills

Cost Accounting

Manufacturing

GAAP

KPI

Forecasting

Budgeting

SOX

Corporate Tax

Manufacturing Accounting

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Join us to apply for the Plant Controller role at Aston Carter

This position involves overseeing financial performance, including month-end closings, weekly updates, and quarterly forecasts and budgets. You will analyze financial data, identify trends, and develop strategies for continuous improvement to drive profitable growth. The role requires achieving key performance indicators such as manufacturing variances, operating income, cash flow, and capital investments. Collaboration with process business partners and leading budget and forecast processes for the Littleton Facility are essential. Additionally, you will foster financial acumen among team members.

Responsibilities

• Communicate financial performance effectively, including month-end closing, weekly updates, and quarterly forecasts and budgets.
• Maximize financial performance through analysis, guidance, and accountability.
• Identify trends and opportunities for improvement in financial and operational areas.
• Develop and execute action plans to ensure profitable growth.
• Achieve financial targets for KPIs such as manufacturing variances, operating income, cash flow, and capital investments.
• Collaborate with process partners to improve efficiency.
• Lead budget and forecast processes for the Littleton Facility.
• Enhance financial understanding among team members.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in cost accounting, manufacturing, GAAP, KPI, forecasting, budgeting, SOX, corporate tax, and manufacturing accounting.
• Experience as a Cost Accountant.
• Management experience (direct and indirect).
• CPA and/or MBA preferred.
• Proficiency in SAP and IFRS.
• 10+ years in manufacturing finance.
• Experience with standard costing, budget management, and capital analysis.
• Strong communication skills across organizational levels.
• Experience in a global, diverse matrix organization.
• Ability to manage indirect reports effectively.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (or equivalent).
• Experience with Lean tools preferred.
• Solid understanding of international accounting standards and consolidations.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Work Environment

This is an onsite role in Littleton, CO, with some flexibility for remote work. You will oversee GAAP, SOX, and policy compliance, ensuring accurate financial records. You will supervise one Senior Financial Analyst.

Pay and Benefits

Salary range: $140,000 - $180,000/year. Benefits include a 15% bonus, PTO, health benefits, 401k, and tuition reimbursement.

Position Details

This is a hybrid role based in Lakewood, CO, with an application deadline of May 22, 2025.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides talent solutions in various professional fields globally. We are committed to diversity and equal opportunity. To request accommodations, contact [e-mail].

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Accounting/Auditing, Finance