Plant Controller: Strategic Cost & Inventory Champion

Talentify; Whitsett (NC); On-site; USD 105,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Talentify is seeking a Plant Controller to drive financial performance and operational excellence at its manufacturing facility. This role blends hands-on cost accounting, strategic planning, and cross-functional collaboration to support business unit goals.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's in Accounting with 5-7 years of experience in manufacturing, and will demonstrate the ability to leverage AI tools to boost productivity and reduce costs, while guiding a Staff Accountant and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting required.
• 5-7 years of accounting experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated ability to use AI tools to improve productivity and reduce costs.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and optimize plant cost accounting system and controls.
• Analyze sales, cost of sales, labor, product costing, and inventory variances.
• Lead weekly financial forecasting and monthly reconciliations.
• Coordinate physical inventories and analyze results across departments and vendors.
• Prepare journal entries and manage standard costing, labor rates, and overhead allocations.
• Conduct variance analysis and partner with teams to resolve cost discrepancies.
• Lead annual operating and capital budget preparation.
• Manage a Staff Accountant, providing guidance and development.
• Interface with manufacturing and planning teams to improve inventory control and ensure SOX compliance.
• Deliver month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial reporting.

Skills

AI tools usage

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Statistical analysis

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting

Tools

Oracle

Hyperion

Job description

Talentify is seeking a Plant Controller to drive financial performance and operational excellence at its manufacturing facility. This role blends hands-on cost accounting, strategic planning, and cross-functional collaboration to support business unit goals.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's in Accounting with 5-7 years of experience in manufacturing, and will demonstrate the ability to leverage AI tools to boost productivity and reduce costs, while guiding a Staff Accountant and