Plant Controller

Kellogg Staffing; Orrville (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency in Ohio is seeking a results-driven Plant Controller to lead financial operations at a manufacturing facility. The successful candidate will manage financial accuracy, support decision-making, and collaborate with operational leaders. A Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance and 5+ years of experience in accounting are required. This full-time role offers a competitive salary range of $110,000.00 to $140,000.00 per year.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Proficiency in financial modeling and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver timely and accurate monthly financial statements.
• Track and report on capital investment project status.
• Support and mentor finance team members during hiring and training.

Skills

Cost accounting

Financial reporting

Advanced Excel skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA certification

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a results-driven Plant Controller to lead financial operations at a manufacturing facility. This role supports strategic decision-making, ensures financial accuracy, and partners with operational leaders to drive performance. The ideal candidate thrives in a dynamic environment, has a strong grasp of cost accounting, and brings a proactive mindset to process improvement and compliance.

Base pay range: $110,000.00/yr - $140,000.00/yr

Responsibilities

• Promote and uphold all workplace safety programs and protocols.
• Prepare and deliver timely and accurate monthly financial statements in compliance with GAAP.
• Provide financial insights and reporting to plant and corporate leadership teams.
• Track and report on the progress and status of capital investment projects.
• Assist in evaluating and justifying major capital expenditures.
• Develop annual budgets and forecasts; monitor and analyze variances throughout the year.
• Maintain and review standard overhead and labor rates to ensure accurate cost accounting.
• Lead and support physical inventory processes, including planning and execution.
• Coordinate efforts for annual external audits, ensuring all requirements are met.
• Contribute to corporate insurance renewal processes as needed.
• Complete ad hoc financial and operational analysis projects as assigned.
• Design and implement metrics to monitor operational performance and efficiency.
• Strengthen financial decision-making through development and enforcement of policies and controls.
• Safeguard company assets through robust internal control systems.
• Support and mentor finance team members, including participation in hiring, training, coaching, and performance management.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure financial goals and initiatives are achieved.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• CPA certification is a plus, but not required with relevant experience.
• 5+ years of accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, cost accounting, and financial reporting.
• Advanced Excel skills; proficiency in financial modeling and analysis.
• Experience with ERP systems.
• Knowledge of percentage-of-completion accounting preferred.

Job details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance
• Industries: Staffing and Recruiting and Manufacturing