Plant Controller (Multi-site)

Victaulic; Rock Island (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Victaulic is seeking a Plant Controller in McMinnville, TN. This on-site role requires leading financial activities for the plant within a multi-site environment, ensuring accurate reporting, strong internal controls, and cost management in collaboration with operations and corporate finance.

You will oversee monthly closes, budgeting, forecasting, inventory and variances analysis, and provide financial insights to support pricing, sourcing, and capital decisions across sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5–10+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience in manufacturing.
• Knowledge of cost accounting and manufacturing financial processes.
• Solid understanding of U.S. GAAP and internal control frameworks.
• Experience with ERP systems in multi-site environments (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics).
• Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical ability.
• Excellent communication and collaboration in a matrixed organization.
• Willingness to maintain on-site presence at the facility; travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for the plant within a multi-site structure.
• Lead the monthly close process, coordinating timelines with corporate finance.
• Ensure timely reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP and standardized practices.
• Maintain and analyze standard costs and job costing; analyze variances.
• Support inventory valuation, cycle counts, and audits across sites.
• Lead the annual budget and forecast updates for the plant.
• Provide insights for pricing, sourcing, and make/buy decisions.
• Collaborate with plant leadership and corporate finance to drive standardization.

Skills

Cost accounting

GAAP

Excel

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA or CMA designation

Tools

SAP

Oracle ERP

Microsoft Dynamics

BI tools

Job description

Job DescriptionVICTAULICPlant ControllerMcMinnville, TN (On-Site)Full-TimeFinance – Plant/Manufacturing FinanceNo immigration sponsorship available for this positionABOUT VICTAULICVictaulic, headquartered in Easton, Pennsylvania, is the global leader in mechanical pipe joining solutions, delivering advanced technologies and engineering services to address complex piping challenges faced by engineers, site owners and contractors. Since 1919, our innovative solutions have improved construction productivity and reduced risks, ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget. With over 6,000 employees spanning 50+ locations worldwide, our teams are dedicated to delivering advanced technologies and engineering expertise that address real-world challenges across a wide range of industries.Our sustainable solutions, made from high quality, graded scrap steel, promote circular construction by making piping systems infinitely reconfigured and minimizing environmental impact. Today, our high-quality products are used in more than 140 countries, supporting some of the world's most critical and prestigious structures.AN INDUSTRY LEADER WITH A HEART AS BIG AS ITS AMBITION AND INNOVATIONAt Victaulic, we're committed to constructing a better world for and with our people.Let's Build a Better World Together.Our commitment to our people is built on four pillars:We build from within.We stand behind our people.We foster an environment for constant learning.We engineer change for a more stable and sustainable world.YOUR IMPACT STARTS HEREWe're looking for a Plant Controller to join our Finance team at our manufacturing facility in McMinnville, TN. In this role, you'll oversee all financial activities for the assigned plant within Victaulic's multi-site operating environment, ensuring accurate financial reporting, robust internal controls, and effective cost management. You'll partner with plant operations, other site controllers, and corporate finance resources to support decision-making, drive operational efficiency, and ensure consistency across locations. This is an opportunity to act as a trusted financial business partner to plant leadership while contributing to cross-site standardization and best practices.WHAT YOU'LL BUILD & OWNPrepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for the assigned plant within a multi-site structureLead the monthly close process for the plant, coordinating timelines and requirements with corporate financeEnsure timely and accurate reporting in accordance with U.S. GAAP, corporate policies, and standardized reporting practices across sitesProvide financial explanations for plant performance versus budget, forecast, prior periods, and peer-site benchmarksMaintain and analyze standard costs and job costing, including material, labor, and overhead, in alignment with company-wide costing methodologiesAnalyze manufacturing variances (PPV, usage, labor efficiency, overhead absorption) and compare performance across sitesSupport inventory valuation, reserves, cycle counts, and physical inventories, ensuring consistency with multi-site inventory policies and controlsMonitor and analyze scrap, rework, and yield metrics, including cross-site comparisonsSupport capital project analysis, capitalization, and depreciation in coordination with corporateLead the annual budget and periodic forecast updates for the assigned plant within the broader multi-site planning processPartner with plant leadership and corporate finance resources to develop aligned production, cost, and capital assumptionsTrack performance against budget and forecast, identifying site-specific risks and opportunitiesEnsure compliance with internal controls and company policies across the plant, and coordinate with corporate and other plant controllers to support internal and external auditsMaintain strong segregation of duties and standardized controls over inventory, fixed assets, and expendituresAct as a financial business partner to the Plant Manager and operations leadership, collaborating with other site controllers and corporate finance to drive consistency, transparency, and best practices across locationsProvide financial insights to support pricing, sourcing, make/buy decisions, and continuous improvement initiativesParticipate in cross-site finance initiatives, process standardization, and system improvementsWHAT YOU BRINGBachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field5–10+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, including manufacturing or cost accountingStrong knowledge of cost accounting and manufacturing financial processesSolid understanding of U.S. GAAP and internal control frameworksExperience with ERP systems used in multi-site environments (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics)Advanced Excel skillsStrong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate financial data into operational insights across multiple locationsExcellent communication and collaboration skills in a matrixed organizationDetail-oriented, with the ability to meet tight deadlines in a multi-site close environmentWillingness to maintain on-site presence at the assigned manufacturing facility, work periodic overtime during month-end, year-end close, forecasting, and budget cycles, and travel occasionally to corporate offices or other plant locations as requiredWHAT SETS YOU APARTCPA or CMA designationPrior experience in a multi-site manufacturing or matrixed organizationExperience with BI or enterprise reporting toolsWHAT WE OFFERBuild A Better CareerCompetitive compensation with performance-based incentivesCareer development programs and internal promotion pathways—we build from withinTuition reimbursement and continuous learning opportunitiesBuild A Better FutureComprehensive health, dental, and vision coverageRetirement savings plans with company matchLife insurance and disability coverageBuild A Better YouPaid time off, holidays, and flexible work arrangements where applicableEmployee Assistance Programs (EAP) and wellness resourcesInclusive, team-oriented culture where people look out for one anotherBuild A Better WorldJoin a company whose products contribute to a safer, more sustainable built environment every day.IMMIGRATION SPONSORSHIPVictaulic does not provide immigration sponsorship (e.g., H-1B, TN, or other work visa sponsorship) for this position. All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the applicable country on a full-time basis without the need for employer-sponsored immigration support now or in the future.EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITYVictaulic is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EOE/M/F/Vets/Disabled) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, gender, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic data, or other legally protected status.VICTAULIC STAFFING PARTNER COMMUNICATION POLICYAll staffing agencies are strictly forbidden from directly contacting any Victaulic employees, except those within the Human Resources/Talent Acquisition team. All communications, inquiries and candidate submissions must be routed through Victaulic's Human Resources/Talent Acquisition team. Non-compliance with this policy may result in the suspension of partnership, cancellation of the current contract, and/or the imposition of a mandatory probation period before any future business can resume. Additionally, non-compliance may lead to a permanent ban on future business. This policy ensures a streamlined and compliant recruitment process.Let's Build a Better World Together.victaulic.com/careers#LI-KP1