Plant Controller: Cost, Forecasting & Inventory Leader

Bison®; Whitsett (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in North Carolina is seeking a Plant Controller to drive financial performance and operational excellence. The role involves maintaining cost accounting systems, analyzing sales and variances, and preparing financial reports. Candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting and 5-7 years of relevant experience. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential, with proficiency in Oracle and Hyperion as a plus. Join a dynamic team committed to operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of accounting experience in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in interpreting operational documents and applying statistical analysis.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and optimize the plant’s cost accounting system and controls.
• Analyze sales, cost of sales, labor, product costing, and inventory variances.
• Lead weekly financial forecasting and monthly reconciliations.
• Prepare journal entries and manage standard costing, labor rates, and overhead allocations.
• Deliver accurate month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end financial reporting.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

Tools

Oracle

Hyperion

Job description

A leading manufacturing company in North Carolina is seeking a Plant Controller to drive financial performance and operational excellence. The role involves maintaining cost accounting systems, analyzing sales and variances, and preparing financial reports. Candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree in Accounting and 5-7 years of relevant experience. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential, with proficiency in Oracle and Hyperion as a plus. Join a dynamic team committed to operational excellence.