Plant Controller: Cost & Operations Finance Leader

Accentuate Staffing; Zebulon (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency is seeking a Plant Controller for a client in Zebulon, NC. This role oversees financial activities including cost accounting and reporting at a manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment, hands-on expertise in cost accounting, and the ability to communicate financial insights effectively. The role involves budgeting, forecasting, and leading financial processes to support operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong hands-on experience with manufacturing and cost accounting.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Lead the annual plant budget and periodic forecasting processes.
• Supervise and develop plant accounting staff.

Skills

Financial management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Cost accounting

Education

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

CPA, CMA, or MBA

Tools

ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite)

Advanced Excel

Job description

A staffing agency is seeking a Plant Controller for a client in Zebulon, NC. This role oversees financial activities including cost accounting and reporting at a manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment, hands-on expertise in cost accounting, and the ability to communicate financial insights effectively. The role involves budgeting, forecasting, and leading financial processes to support operational efficiency.