Plant Controller

Non-Automotive Manufacturer; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer in the food production sector seeks an experienced Plant Controller to oversee financial operations at their Troy facility. This role focuses on cost accounting, budgeting, and supporting strategic decision-making, ensuring compliance and improving efficiency.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Student loan assistance

Disability insurance

Tuition assistance

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of progressive experience in manufacturing finance or plant accounting.
• Strong knowledge of cost accounting and financial reporting.
• Solid understanding of GAAP and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Manage all plant-level accounting operations including inventory and cost of goods sold.
• Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements and variance reports.
• Lead the plant’s annual budgeting process and track capital expenditures.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

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

CPA or CMA preferred

Tools

ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, NetSuite)

Excel

Job description

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Base pay range

$120,000.00/yr - $140,000.00/yr

Additional compensation types

Annual Bonus

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Vice President & Director of Permanent Services at Robert Half Finance & Accounting

Bill Watts at Robert Half is partnering with a leading manufacturer in the food production and agricultural sector. With a commitment to operational excellence, product quality, and continuous improvement, we are seeking an experienced and analytical Plant Controller to manage all financial activities at our Troy facility and support strategic plant-level decision-making.

Position Summary

The Plant Controller is responsible for overseeing the financial operations of the manufacturing plant, ensuring accurate cost accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, and analysis. This role will act as a strategic business partner to plant leadership, providing insights to improve efficiency, reduce cost, and support profitability.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all plant-level accounting operations including inventory, standard costing, and cost of goods sold (COGS) analysis
• Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements, variance reports, and key performance indicators (KPIs)
• Lead month-end close processes and ensure compliance with internal controls and corporate policies

Cost Accounting

• Maintain and improve standard costing models and processes
• Analyze manufacturing variances (labor, overhead, material usage, scrap) and communicate findings to plant management
• Partner with operations to monitor and control production costs, yields, and efficiencies

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Lead the plant’s annual budgeting process, quarterly forecasts, and long-range planning
• Track capital expenditures and support ROI analysis for new equipment or process improvements
• Provide financial modeling and analysis for strategic initiatives

Compliance & Controls

• Ensure compliance with GAAP and company financial policies
• Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation and responding to inquiries
• Implement and maintain strong internal controls over financial reporting, inventory, and assets
• Act as a key member of the plant leadership team
• Supervise plant accounting staff (if applicable) and foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
• Serve as the liaison between the plant and corporate finance team

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or CMA preferred
• 5–8 years of progressive experience in manufacturing finance or plant accounting
• Strong knowledge of cost accounting, inventory control, and financial reporting in a manufacturing setting
• Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, NetSuite) and Excel
• Solid understanding of GAAP and internal controls
• Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to work cross-functionally with operations and leadership teams

Preferred Experience

• Experience in a non-automotive, multi-product or batch manufacturing environment
• Exposure to lean manufacturing or Six Sigma initiatives
• Familiarity with capital projects, fixed asset management, and supply chain finance

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Manufacturing and Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Student loan assistance

Disability insurance

Tuition assistance

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