Plant Controller

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We are looking for an experienced Plant Controller to lead financial oversight for a manufacturing operation in Manchester, New Hampshire. This role will provide timely analysis, accurate reporting, and practical guidance that supports operational performance and profitable growth. The ideal candidate will combine strong cost accounting knowledge with a hands-on approach to forecasting, controls, and business partnership across plant leadership.

Responsibilities:

• Produce accurate financial statements and management reports in accordance with company standards and reporting requirements.

• Lead the monthly close cycle, improving the speed, consistency, and efficiency of accounting processes through better workflows and automation.

• Analyze plant spending trends and work closely with operations leaders to keep costs aligned with approved plans while identifying savings opportunities.

• Monitor inventory activity, labor performance, and overhead application to support sound valuation, pricing decisions, and overall cost accuracy.

• Partner with site leadership to evaluate capital use, resource allocation, and business initiatives that strengthen growth and operating results.

• Support sales and operations planning activities with financial insight, and perform profitability analysis at the customer, product, and opportunity level.

• Coordinate local audit support, manage fixed asset records, and maintain strong internal controls to reduce risk and ensure compliance.

• Prepare flash reports, forecasts, budgets, cash flow insights, and continuous improvement savings analysis for leadership review.

• 5+ years of experience in a plant, manufacturing, or cost accounting environment.
• Strong background in month-end close, financial statement preparation, and financial reporting.
• Experience with manufacturing cost accounting, including job costing, inventory accounting, and inventory controls.
• Ability to analyze operational and financial KPIs and translate findings into actionable recommendations.
• Proficiency with forecasting, budgeting, and profitability analysis in a manufacturing setting.
• Experience working with ERP systems such as Epicor.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with operations, site leadership, and cross-functional teams.