Plant Controller

Confidential Jobs; Wooster (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

A global, employee-owned manufacturing company is seeking a Plant Controller in Wooster, Ohio. This key position involves driving financial performance, ensuring compliance, and leading an accounting team. Ideal candidates will hold a Bachelor's in Accounting, possess strong leadership skills, and have experience in manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Strong command of monthly close processes and financial reporting.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is essential.
• Ability to distill complex financial insights for senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and mentorship to the accounting team.
• Prepare monthly financial reports for leadership.
• Lead the preparation of annual plant budgets.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Technical Accounting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

CPA

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

Job description

1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Our client is a global, employee-owned manufacturing company with approximately $400 million in annual revenue and a strong track record of growth—both organically and through strategic acquisitions. As part of its ongoing expansion, the company is seeking a Plant Controller to support financial operations across its Wooster and Clyde, Ohio facilities.

This critical position will report to the Corporate Controller and partner closely with plant leadership to drive financial performance, ensure compliance with reporting standards, and support strategic business decisions. It offers the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic, entrepreneurial culture within a well-established, growth-oriented organization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide day-to-day leadership and mentorship to the accounting team, including an Accounting Manager and staff.
• Maintain general ledger and financial records in accordance with GAAP.
• Prepare and deliver timely monthly financial reports to both plant and corporate leadership.
• Monitor and report on capital project status; assist with financial justifications for major investments.
• Lead the preparation of annual plant budgets and standard overhead rates.
• Prepare 12-month rolling forecasts and 13-week cash flow forecasts.
• Oversee physical inventory planning and execution.
• Support year-end financial and tax audits.
• Evaluate and strengthen internal controls, financial systems, and operational procedures.
• Lead and execute special projects involving complex accounting matters.

Candidate Profile:

To thrive in this fast-paced and growing environment, the ideal candidate will bring a blend of strong technical accounting expertise, plant-level financial experience, and business-minded leadership skills.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; CPA and/or public audit experience strongly preferred.
• Strong command of monthly close processes and financial reporting requirements.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to distill complex financial insights for senior leadership.
• Hands-on experience in a manufacturing environment is essential; automotive industry background is a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and familiarity with ERP systems.

This is an opportunity to join a financially strong and values-driven company during an exciting phase of growth. If you are a collaborative financial leader looking to make a strategic impact at the plant level, we welcome your interest.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Manufacturing and Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Confidential Jobs by 2x

Sign in to set job alerts for “Plant Controller” roles.

Massillon, OH $102,100.00-$127,600.00 1 week ago

Wooster, OH $80,000.00-$92,000.00 2 weeks ago

Medina, OH $100,000.00-$200,000.00 2 weeks ago

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.