We are looking for an experienced Plant Controller to provide financial leadership across manufacturing operations in Cheswick, Pennsylvania. This position works closely with plant and operations leaders to strengthen performance, improve cost visibility, and support sound business decisions. The role combines hands-on accounting oversight with strategic analysis to help drive efficiency, profitability, and long-term operational success.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead financial management activities for multiple manufacturing sites within the assigned region, serving as a trusted advisor to plant leadership.<br>• Oversee month-end close tasks, including journal entries, accruals, balance sheet reconciliations, and inventory valuation review.<br>• Build weekly financial outlooks and coordinate the annual budgeting process with local plant management teams.<br>• Develop reporting tools that give leaders timely insight into operating expenses, labor trends, material usage, and plant performance.<br>• Collaborate with Plant Managers to identify and act on opportunities to improve productivity, yield, cost control, and overall manufacturing results.<br>• Evaluate accounting controls and strengthen processes to protect company assets and support compliance across plant operations.<br>• Review and reconcile key plant accounts such as maintenance-related accruals, transportation reserves, and inventory balances for parts and supplies.<br>• Direct monthly physical inventory activities, including cut-off procedures, count coordination, and training for employees involved in inventory control.<br>• Prepare variance analysis comparing actual results to budget for operating costs, labor, and raw materials, and communicate findings to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.<br>• Support capital project analysis by preparing business cases, including return estimates and cash flow projections, while tracking projects through completion and traveling periodically to regional facilities as needed.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Comptroller/Accounting Manager/Supervisor to lead core accounting operations for a wholesale distribution organization. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, strengthening reporting processes, and providing leadership with meaningful insight into financial performance. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to guide a team while supporting both day-to-day operations and broader business objectives.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct daily accounting activities across the general ledger, payables, receivables, payroll, cash activity, and period-end close processes.</p><p>• Produce and evaluate financial reports on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis to ensure accuracy and timely delivery.</p><p>• Establish, refine, and enforce accounting policies, internal controls, and financial procedures that support reliable operations.</p><p>• Track cash flow, working capital, and budget performance while identifying trends that affect the organization’s financial position.</p><p>• Lead planning efforts related to budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis to support informed business decisions.</p><p>• Partner with external auditors and tax professionals to manage audits, filings, and required regulatory submissions.</p><p>• Maintain compliance with applicable federal, state, and local requirements as well as financial standards.</p><p>• Recommend and implement improvements to accounting workflows, reporting methods, and system utilization for greater efficiency.</p><p>• Supervise, coach, and develop accounting staff while fostering accountability and continued growth.</p><p>• Provide leadership with financial guidance related to strategic priorities, including investments, expansion opportunities, and key banking relationships.</p>