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Assistant Plant Controller
<p>A growing manufacturing organization is seeking an Assistant Controller to provide analytical and operational financial support across the business. This role focuses on cost accounting, financial analysis, and ERP process improvement, working closely with both accounting and plant leadership. The position offers broad visibility, direct access to executive management, and a clear growth path to Plant Controller under the mentorship of the VP of Finance.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Perform detailed cost accounting and variance analysis across manufacturing operations</li><li>Analyze financial and operational data to support decision-making and improve profitability</li><li>Partner with operations to understand production costs, inventory, and performance metrics</li><li>Lead or support ERP reporting, process improvements, and data integrity initiatives</li><li>Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and performance tracking</li><li>Support special projects and financial modeling as needed</li></ul><p>Why This Role</p><ul><li>Direct exposure to executive and operational leadership</li><li>Opportunity to make an immediate impact through process improvement and analysis</li><li>Mentorship and defined growth path to Plant Controller</li><li>Flexible hybrid schedule with on-site presence as needed</li></ul><p><br></p>
<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance</li><li>5+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing finance or cost accounting</li><li>Strong analytical skills and hands-on ERP experience</li><li>Excellent communication skills and ability to partner across departments</li><li>Self-motivated, organized, and capable of working with a high degree of autonomy</li><li>Must live within a reasonable day-trip distance to the plant</li></ul><p><br></p>
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  • Starkville, MS
  • onsite
  • Permanent
  • 90000.00 - 115000.00 USD / Yearly
  • <p>A growing manufacturing organization is seeking an Assistant Controller to provide analytical and operational financial support across the business. This role focuses on cost accounting, financial analysis, and ERP process improvement, working closely with both accounting and plant leadership. The position offers broad visibility, direct access to executive management, and a clear growth path to Plant Controller under the mentorship of the VP of Finance.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Perform detailed cost accounting and variance analysis across manufacturing operations</li><li>Analyze financial and operational data to support decision-making and improve profitability</li><li>Partner with operations to understand production costs, inventory, and performance metrics</li><li>Lead or support ERP reporting, process improvements, and data integrity initiatives</li><li>Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and performance tracking</li><li>Support special projects and financial modeling as needed</li></ul><p>Why This Role</p><ul><li>Direct exposure to executive and operational leadership</li><li>Opportunity to make an immediate impact through process improvement and analysis</li><li>Mentorship and defined growth path to Plant Controller</li><li>Flexible hybrid schedule with on-site presence as needed</li></ul><p><br></p>
  • 2025-11-11T04:24:05Z

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