<p>We’re seeking an experienced Plant Controller to play a key leadership role in a growing manufacturing operation in Rutherfordton, North Carolina. This is an opportunity to make a direct impact on plant performance by driving cost efficiencies, strengthening financial processes, and partnering with operations leadership to support strategic business decisions. <strong>Candidates open to relocation are encouraged to apply, and relocation assistance is available for the right candidate.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>What You’ll Do</p><ul><li>Lead plant accounting activities, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with company policies.</li><li>Oversee the month-end close process, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial statements.</li><li>Drive manufacturing cost analysis across materials, labor, and overhead to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.</li><li>Maintain and enhance standard costing processes to support inventory valuation, margin analysis, and profitability.</li><li>Partner with production and operations leaders to analyze variances, identify cost drivers, and improve plant performance.</li><li>Develop financial reports and insights that support operational efficiency, spending control, and business decisions.</li><li>Lead budgeting and forecasting activities in alignment with plant objectives.</li><li>Leverage ERP systems and reporting tools to improve financial visibility, data accuracy, and process efficiency.</li></ul><p>Why Consider This Opportunity?</p><ul><li>High-impact role with direct influence on plant financial performance.</li><li>Opportunity to collaborate with operations and leadership on cost improvement initiatives.</li><li>Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates looking to make a move to Rutherfordton, NC or a nearby location.</li></ul>

<p>What We’re Looking For</p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.</li><li>8+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience within a manufacturing environment.</li><li>Strong background in plant accounting, manufacturing cost analysis, and standard costing.</li><li>Proven experience managing month-end close and financial reporting.</li><li>Hands-on ERP experience, with the ability to leverage systems for cost analysis and reporting.</li><li>Advanced Excel and financial analysis skills.</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with the confidence to communicate financial insights to both finance and operations teams.</li><li>A proactive, hands-on leader who enjoys working closely with plant leadership to drive results.</li></ul>

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