Plant Controller

Century Mold Co.; Shelbyville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus program

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) matching

Job summary

Century Mold Co. is seeking a Plant Controller to serve as the financial partner for plant leadership. You will oversee financial operations, provide insights, and support strategic initiatives to drive cost control and performance.

The role requires a strong background in accounting/finance within manufacturing, with a focus on cost analysis, budgeting, and cross-functional collaboration to enable successful transformation and financial stewardship.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related field.
• CPA or CMA certification preferred.
• Strong understanding of cost accounting, budgeting, and financial analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop, manage, and analyze plant financial statements, budgets, and forecasts.
• Provide accurate and timely financial reports to support decision-making.
• Analyze variances between budgeted and actual results and identify opportunities.
• Monitor and control plant costs, including production, labor, and overhead.
• Lead annual budgeting and periodic reforecasting efforts.
• Collaborate with leaders to set financial targets aligned with objectives.

Skills

Cost accounting

Budgeting

Financial reporting

ERP systems

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

CPA or CMA preferred

Job description

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Finance Finance Shelbyville, TN, US

5 days ago Requisition ID: 1194

Plant Controller Job Description

About the Role:

The Plant Controller is the financial business partner for leadership at the facility. This individual plays a pivotal role in overseeing financial operations and ensuring the successful execution of our plant’s strategy. This requires a forward-thinking individual with a strong financial background and a keen ability to adapt to change. The Plant Controller will work closely with plant management and cross-functional teams to provide financial insights, drive cost control, and support strategic initiatives.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Develop, manage, and analyze plant financial statements, budgets, and forecasts.
• Provide accurate and timely financial reports to support decision-making and track performance against transformation goals.
• Analyze variances between budgeted and actual results, identifying opportunities.
• Monitor and control plant costs, including production, labor, and overhead expenses.
• Implement and oversee cost reduction initiatives and process improvements.
• Conduct detailed cost analysis and recommend strategies for cost optimization.
• Lead the annual budgeting process and periodic reforecasting efforts.
• Collaborate with leaders to set financial targets and ensure alignment with objectives.
• Evaluate financial performance and provide insights to support strategic planning.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Conduct regular audits and reviews to maintain financial accuracy and integrity.
• Address any discrepancies or issues in a timely manner.
• Act as a financial partner in the plant’s operational initiatives, providing financial analysis and support for new projects and process changes.
• Facilitate communication between finance and other departments to ensure smooth implementation of transformation plans.
• Monitor and report on the financial impact of transformation efforts.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

We would love to hear from you if:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA or CMA certification preferred).
• Proven experience as a Controller or similar financial management role in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of cost accounting, financial analysis, and budgeting processes.
• Experience in managing financial aspects of significant organizational changes or transformations.
• Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office Suite; experience with ERP systems is a plus.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Why You’ll Love Working for Century Mold:

• We reward our employees. The salary range for this position is market competitive and is based on relevant years of experience and skills. Employees may qualify for a bonus program in addition to base salary; bonus amounts are determined based on company and individual performance.
• We care about our employee’s well-being. In addition to direct compensation, we also offer a robust array of benefits to our employees; these include medical insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, as well as other great benefits to support your well-being. We also support our employees by offering 401(k) matching.