Plant Controller: Drive Cost & Efficiency in Manufacturing

Automatic Data Processing, Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Chase Corporation is seeking a hands-on Plant Controller to lead all financial activities for a manufacturing site in Pittsburgh, PA. This role partners with plant leadership to drive cost control, reporting, budgeting, and performance improvements.

You will own inventory costing, COGS accuracy, standard costs, and month-end close, delivering financial analysis to guide operational decisions. The ideal candidate has 7+ years in manufacturing finance and experience with Oracle/JD Edwards.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing finance, including cost accounting and plant-level support.
• Strong understanding of standard costing, inventory accounting, and core manufacturing processes.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel; experience with ERP systems such as Oracle or JD Edwards.
• Demonstrated ability to partner with plant leadership, influence decisions, and translate financial results into operational actions.
• Strong business acumen with a hands-on, detail-oriented approach and the ability to operate both strategically and tactically.
• High level of ownership, accountability, and adaptability, with a continuous improvement mindset in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the finance lead for the plant, partnering with Operations leadership to drive performance and accountability.
• Provide financial guidance on cost control, productivity, and capital investments.
• Support decision-making through clear analysis of operational and financial data.

Skills

Manufacturing finance experience

Cost accounting

Excel proficiency

ERP systems (Oracle/JD Edwards)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Oracle JD Edwards

Job description

Chase Corporation is seeking a hands-on Plant Controller to lead all financial activities for a manufacturing site in Pittsburgh, PA. This role partners with plant leadership to drive cost control, reporting, budgeting, and performance improvements.

You will own inventory costing, COGS accuracy, standard costs, and month-end close, delivering financial analysis to guide operational decisions. The ideal candidate has 7+ years in manufacturing finance and experience with Oracle/JD Edwards.