We are looking for an experienced Divisional/Plant Controller to support financial operations for a manufacturing environment in West Springfield, Massachusetts. This Long-term Contract position will oversee core accounting activities, strengthen financial visibility, and help leadership make informed business decisions through accurate reporting and analysis. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in month-end close, general ledger oversight, budgeting, forecasting, and plant-level financial management. Responsibilities: • Lead the monthly closing process by coordinating journal entries, account reconciliations, and final financial review to ensure timely and accurate results. • Monitor daily general ledger activity, investigate discrepancies, and maintain the integrity of accounting records across plant or divisional operations. • Prepare recurring and ad hoc financial reports that provide management with clear insight into performance, cost trends, and operational results. • Develop budgets and forecasts by partnering with operational leaders to evaluate spending plans, production expectations, and financial targets. • Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable activities to support healthy cash flow and accurate transaction processing. • Apply accounting systems and ERP tools such as Oracle and Epicor to manage reporting, improve controls, and support financial processes. • Support audit readiness and compliance efforts by maintaining documentation, reviewing accounting practices, and aligning reporting with applicable standards. • Analyze manufacturing financial data to identify variances, recommend corrective actions, and improve overall cost control. • Collaborate with internal stakeholders on accounting functions and process improvements, including system-related financial activities when needed.

• Proven experience serving as a Plant Controller, Divisional Controller, or in a similar senior accounting leadership role within manufacturing. • Strong knowledge of month-end close procedures, financial reporting, general ledger management, and forecasting. • Hands-on experience with ERP and accounting platforms such as Oracle, Epicor, ADP, 3M-related environments, or comparable financial systems. • Solid understanding of core accounting operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, budgeting, and auditing. • Ability to interpret financial results, investigate variances, and communicate recommendations to business leaders. • Familiarity with compliance and control frameworks, including exposure to DCAA requirements where applicable. • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.

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West Springfield, MA
onsite
Temporary / Contract
52.25 - 60.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Divisional/Plant Controller to support financial operations for a manufacturing environment in West Springfield, Massachusetts. This Long-term Contract position will oversee core accounting activities, strengthen financial visibility, and help leadership make informed business decisions through accurate reporting and analysis. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in month-end close, general ledger oversight, budgeting, forecasting, and plant-level financial management. Responsibilities: • Lead the monthly closing process by coordinating journal entries, account reconciliations, and final financial review to ensure timely and accurate results. • Monitor daily general ledger activity, investigate discrepancies, and maintain the integrity of accounting records across plant or divisional operations. • Prepare recurring and ad hoc financial reports that provide management with clear insight into performance, cost trends, and operational results. • Develop budgets and forecasts by partnering with operational leaders to evaluate spending plans, production expectations, and financial targets. • Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable activities to support healthy cash flow and accurate transaction processing. • Apply accounting systems and ERP tools such as Oracle and Epicor to manage reporting, improve controls, and support financial processes. • Support audit readiness and compliance efforts by maintaining documentation, reviewing accounting practices, and aligning reporting with applicable standards. • Analyze manufacturing financial data to identify variances, recommend corrective actions, and improve overall cost control. • Collaborate with internal stakeholders on accounting functions and process improvements, including system-related financial activities when needed.
2026-08-17T00:00:00Z