Plant Controller - Food Operations

William Scott Associates; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international consumer products business is looking for a Plant Controller - Operations in Carson, California. This senior leadership role involves overseeing financial activities and partnering effectively with the business to ensure optimal growth. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in finance leadership within a manufacturing context and possess exceptional analytical and interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in senior finance leadership in manufacturing.
• Proven track record in commercial strategy and financial planning.
• Ability to lead and partner in a complex business environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain strong financial governance and control processes.
• Lead business strategy formulation and execution.
• Evaluate commercial opportunities and oversee capital allocation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Data-driven decision-making

Leadership presence

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation

Education

CPA

MBA

Job description

A dynamic and fast-moving international consumer products business requires a Plant Controller - Operations.

Based in Carson, California you will be responsible for the commercial, operational and management finance and accounting activities for the location. This is a senior leadership role which requires business partnering and ensuring that robust financial controls and information are in place to deliver the company's growth strategy.

Key responsibilities :

• Financial Leadership & Control : Maintain strong financial governance, mitigate risks, and optimize reporting processes.
• Strategic Planning : Lead business strategy formulation and execution, aligning financial models with commercial objectives.
• Performance Monitoring : Provide timely financial insights, challenge inefficiencies, and drive corrective measures.
• Investment & Growth : Evaluate commercial opportunities, investment proposals, and oversee capital allocation.
• Cash Flow & Forecasting : Champion rolling forecasts, manage working capital, and ensure financial visibility.
• Technology & IT Integration : Oversee financial systems and liaise with IT to enhance business efficiency.
• Leadership & Talent Development : Recruit, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team.

Skills required :

• CPA / MBA qualified with at least 5 year's experience of senior finance leadership in a high growth manufacturing environment
• Strong Analytical skills, data-driven decision-making and leadership presence
• Proven track record in commercial strategy, financial planning & analysis, design and implementation of financial control frameworks.
• Ability to lead and partner with the business in a fast-growing and complex business
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to negotiate, present, influence and resolve complex issues

This is an excellent role for a dynamic finance leader who wants to drive growth and operational excellence in a successful growth environment.