Plant Controller

HRT Solutions; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

HRT Solutions is seeking an experienced Plant Controller for their Ogden, UT location to lead financial operations within a manufacturing facility. The role entails overseeing accounting and financial reporting, managing budgeting and forecasting, as well as analyzing production costs. Ideal candidates will have 5–10 years of accounting or finance experience in manufacturing, strong knowledge of cost accounting, and advanced Excel skills. The position offers strategic influence over financial performance and operational success.

Qualifications

• 5–10+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience, preferably in manufacturing.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• CPA, CMA, or MBA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all plant-level accounting and financial reporting activities.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
• Analyze production costs, inventory, and operational performance.

Skills

Cost accounting

Budgeting

Financial analysis

Advanced Excel skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

*This is a full time, 5 days per week, onsite role at the Ogden, UT plant location

About the Organization:

Chromalox, headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is part of a global industrial organization that delivers electric process heating and temperature management solutions for complex applications.

We are seeking an experienced Plant Controller to lead the financial operations of a manufacturing facility. This role serves as a key member of the plant leadership team, providing financial guidance, operational insight, and strategic support to drive performance and profitability. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical skills, manufacturing finance expertise, and the ability to partner cross‑functionally with operations and leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all plant-level accounting and financial reporting activities
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes
• Analyze production costs, inventory, and operational performance to identify improvement opportunities
• Ensure accurate and timely month‑end and year‑end close processes
• Maintain internal controls and ensure compliance with financial policies and procedures
• Partner with plant leadership to support decision‑making and continuous improvement initiatives
• Prepare financial statements, variance analyses, and performance reports
• Support internal and external audits as needed
• Lead and develop finance and accounting team members

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field required
• 5–10+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of cost accounting, budgeting, and financial analysis
• Experience with ERP systems and advanced Excel skills
• Demonstrated ability to communicate financial information to non-financial stakeholders
• Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• CPA, CMA, or MBA preferred

Preferred Experience

• Manufacturing or plant-level finance leadership experience
• Experience driving process improvements and cost optimization initiatives
• Familiarity with inventory management and standard costing

Why This Role

This position offers the opportunity to play a strategic role within plant operations, influence financial performance, and contribute directly to operational success in a dynamic manufacturing environment