Plant Controller — Finance on the Factory Floor

ProAmpac Security Products Limited; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Cincinnati is seeking a Plant Controller to oversee financial operations on the plant floor. This hands-on leadership role involves driving accounting, costing, controls, and reporting while collaborating closely with Operations to enhance performance. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance and extensive experience in cost accounting and U.S. GAAP. ERP and analytical skills in SQL and Excel are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Proficient in cost accounting in manufacturing.
• Experienced as a Plant Controller or senior finance leader.
• Strong analytical abilities, particularly in SQL and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Lead plant accounting activities in compliance with U.S. GAAP.
• Drive manufacturing accounting, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Analyze cost of goods and identify margin opportunities.

Skills

Cost accounting expertise

Analytical skills

U.S. GAAP knowledge

Leadership

ERP experience

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Accounting or Finance

Tools

SQL

Excel

Infor Visual Manufacturing

MS Dynamics 365

Job description

A leading manufacturing company in Cincinnati is seeking a Plant Controller to oversee financial operations on the plant floor. This hands-on leadership role involves driving accounting, costing, controls, and reporting while collaborating closely with Operations to enhance performance. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance and extensive experience in cost accounting and U.S. GAAP. ERP and analytical skills in SQL and Excel are essential for success in this role.