Plant Controller

Movement Search & Delivery; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 145,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Movement Search & Delivery is partnering with a Global Manufacturing Company in Tulsa, OK to identify a Plant Controller. The role will lead plant-level accounting, cost accounting, and financial reporting, collaborating with operations leadership to drive profitability and manufacturing performance.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance and 5+ years in manufacturing finance, with strong Excel and ERP experience to support budgeting, forecasting, and decision-making

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 5+ years of accounting or finance experience within a manufacturing environment
• Strong cost accounting and inventory accounting experience
• Experience supporting plant operations and manufacturing leadership teams

Responsibilities

• Lead all plant accounting and financial reporting activities
• Manage cost accounting, inventory valuation, and manufacturing analysis
• Analyze labor, material, and overhead costs to identify savings opportunities
• Develop and maintain product costing models and support pricing decisions
• Prepare budgets, forecasts, variance analyses, and monthly financial results
• Partner with plant leadership to improve operational efficiency and profitability
• Oversee the month-end close and ensure accurate financial reporting
• Calculate and maintain burden rates, labor rates, and manufacturing cost standards
• Manage inventory controls and support physical inventory processes
• Lead and develop the local accounting team
• Provide financial guidance and decision support to plant and corporate leadership

Skills

Advanced Excel

Analytical skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelors degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Movement Search and Delivery is partnering with a Global Manufactuirng Company in Tulsa, OK, to identify and evaluate a Plant Controller.

On-Site / Hybrid / Remote:

On-Site

Salary Goals:

$145,000 - $165,000 Base Salary + Bonus

About the role:

Our client, a growing manufacturing organization, is seeking a Plant Controller to lead plant-level accounting and finance activities. This role will partner closely with operations leadership to drive profitability, improve manufacturing performance, and support strategic decision-making.

What You Will Do:

• Lead all plant accounting and financial reporting activities
• Manage cost accounting, inventory valuation, and manufacturing analysis
• Analyze labor, material, and overhead costs to identify savings opportunities
• Develop and maintain product costing models and support pricing decisions
• Prepare budgets, forecasts, variance analyses, and monthly financial results
• Partner with plant leadership to improve operational efficiency and profitability
• Support new business quoting and capital investment analysis
• Oversee the month-end close and ensure accurate financial reporting
• Calculate and maintain burden rates, labor rates, and manufacturing cost standards
• Manage inventory controls and support physical inventory processes
• Lead and develop the local accounting team
• Provide financial guidance and decision support to plant and corporate leadership

What You Need To Succeed:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• 5+ years of accounting or finance experience within a manufacturing environment
• Strong cost accounting and inventory accounting experience
• Experience supporting plant operations and manufacturing leadership teams
• Advanced Excel skills and ERP system experience
• Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills

Preferred Experience

• Automotive or industrial manufacturing experience
• Exposure to Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma environments