Plant Controller: Drive Forecasting, GAAP & Growth

CFS

Stoughton (WI)

On-site

USD 115,000 - 135,000

Full time

9 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits
Ownership of initiatives
Strong leadership support
Career growth opportunities

Job summary

CFS is seeking a Plant Controller to own the financial close, budgeting, and cost analysis for our Wisconsin manufacturing site in Stoughton. You will lead a small team, ensure US GAAP compliance, and partner with operations to drive profitability.

You bring 4+ years in manufacturing accounting, a Bachelor’s in Accounting or Finance, and strong ERP experience to optimize processes and support ERP improvements. Base salary in the $115,000–$135,000 range plus bonus.

Qualifications

  • 4+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; MBA/CPA/CMA a plus.
  • Strong ERP system experience (large-scale preferred).
  • A passion for numbers, strategy, and leading a high-performing team.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
  • Lead the budgeting and forecasting process to drive financial success.
  • Establish SOPs aligned with US GAAP compliance.
  • Coach, mentor, and develop a team of up to 1 direct report.
  • Support inventory and cost analysis projects to optimize operations.
  • Manage audit requests (interim and annual).
  • Assist with ERP system improvements and implementations.

Skills

Manufacturing accounting
ERP systems experience
Team leadership
US GAAP knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
MBA / CPA / CMA a plus

Tools

ERP systems (large-scale)

Job description

CFS is seeking a Plant Controller to own the financial close, budgeting, and cost analysis for our Wisconsin manufacturing site in Stoughton. You will lead a small team, ensure US GAAP compliance, and partner with operations to drive profitability.

You bring 4+ years in manufacturing accounting, a Bachelor’s in Accounting or Finance, and strong ERP experience to optimize processes and support ERP improvements. Base salary in the $115,000–$135,000 range plus bonus.

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