Plant Controller/Accounting Manager

firstPRO, Inc; Willistown Township (PA); On-site; USD 126,000 - 154,000; Full time

Job summary

firstPRO, Inc seeks a Plant Controller/Accounting Manager to lead financial operations for a key manufacturing division (about $25M in revenue). This hands-on role emphasizes project and cost accounting, financial reporting, inventory management and operational analysis.

The ideal candidate has manufacturing accounting expertise, strong leadership, and a track record of process improvement to support growth. Experience with ERP/MRP and GAAP is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• 6+ years of accounting experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of project accounting, cost accounting, and inventory costing.
• System implantation experience required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations including general ledger, AP, AR, and fixed assets.
• Manage month-end close and prepare accurate financial statements and management reports.
• Oversee project costing, inventory valuation, standard costing and variances.
• Analyze production costs, profitability, labor efficiency and overhead.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Maintain internal controls and GAAP compliance.
• Partner with operations, production, and purchasing teams to support objectives.
• Support ERP/MRP systems and process improvements.
• Develop and lead a small accounting team as the business grows.

Skills

Manufacturing accounting

Project accounting

Cost accounting

Inventory costing

Leadership experience

GAAP knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Plant Controller/Accounting Manager - Up to $140k + bonus

Our client, a growing, manufacturing company, is hiring an Accounting Manager to oversee the financial operations of a key division (about $25M in revenue). This hands-on role will focus on project and cost accounting, financial reporting, inventory management, and operational analysis. The ideal candidate will bring strong manufacturing accounting expertise, leadership experience, and the ability to support continued business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and fixed assets.
• Manage month-end close and prepare accurate financial statements and management reports.
• Oversee project costing, inventory valuation, standard costing, and manufacturing variance analysis.
• Analyze production costs, profitability, labor efficiency, and overhead.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Maintain internal controls and ensure compliance with GAAP.
• Partner with operations, production, and purchasing teams to support business objectives.
• Support ERP/MRP systems and process improvement initiatives.
• Develop and lead a small accounting team as the business continues to grow.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 6+ years of accounting experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of project accounting, cost accounting, and inventory costing.
• System implantation experience required!