We are looking for an experienced Plant Controller to provide financial leadership within a dynamic manufacturing environment in Franklin, Massachusetts. This role partners closely with plant and operations leaders to translate production activity into clear financial insight, strengthen decision-making, and support stronger business performance. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in manufacturing finance along with a practical, collaborative approach to improving cost, efficiency, and profitability.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Collaborate with plant leadership and cross-functional partners to align financial goals with operational priorities and support overall site performance.<br>• Direct product costing activities, including standard cost development, cost modeling, and detailed analysis of variances across labor, materials, and overhead.<br>• Monitor key manufacturing drivers such as scrap, yield, downtime, and production efficiency to identify trends and recommend performance improvements.<br>• Lead the budgeting, forecasting, and month-end review process, delivering accurate reporting and meaningful analysis of financial and operational results.<br>• Assess capital spending proposals by analyzing return on investment, cash flow impact, and capacity considerations to support sound business decisions.<br>• Maintain strong inventory accounting practices through reconciliations, reporting accuracy, and consistent application of financial controls and accounting policies.<br>• Provide visible leadership to the plant finance team by setting expectations, developing talent, and encouraging accountability and continuous improvement.<br>• Partner with operations to uncover cost reduction opportunities and improve productivity, profitability, and manufacturing competitiveness.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Plant Controller to lead finance and accounting activities for a manufacturing operation in Fife, Washington. This role serves as a key partner to site leadership, providing insight that supports operational performance, profitability, and long-term planning. The ideal candidate brings strong manufacturing finance expertise, a hands-on leadership style, and the ability to strengthen financial processes in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct plant-level accounting and financial operations while collaborating with leadership across two local business units to support performance goals.</p><p>• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities, ensuring timely reporting, accurate reconciliations, and reliable financial results.</p><p>• Evaluate financial performance by analyzing margins, spending trends, capital investments, and business initiatives, then present actionable recommendations.</p><p>• Oversee manufacturing cost structures, including inventory valuation, standard costing, variance review, and product profitability reporting.</p><p>• Work closely with operational teams to uncover savings opportunities, improve efficiency, and support informed decision-making.</p><p>• Lead the annual budget process, periodic forecasts, cash planning, and broader financial planning efforts for the site.</p><p>• Maintain a strong control environment by reinforcing accounting procedures, supporting audit preparedness, and upholding policy compliance.</p><p>• Develop and coach accounting and finance staff, fostering accountability, growth, and strong team performance.</p><p>• Champion process improvements and system-related enhancements that increase accuracy, visibility, and efficiency across finance operations.</p><p><br></p><p>The salary range for this position is $150k to $175k. Benefits available with this position include medical, dental and vision; life and disability insurances; participation in the company’s 401(k) plan with a match and 15 days of paid vacation, 5 days of paid sick leave and 10 paid holidays per calendar year.</p>
<p>We are looking for a Plant Controller to support manufacturing operations by delivering reliable financial insight and strong operational analysis. This role serves as the on-site finance partner for the plant, helping leadership understand performance, strengthen reporting accuracy, and maintain sound controls over costing and inventory. The position is well suited for a finance specialist who can work independently, improve processes, and provide timely information that supports business growth.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare monthly financial reporting and account analysis to support an accurate close and provide meaningful updates to plant, business unit, and corporate leadership.</p><p>• Examine reconciliations and supporting records to confirm the integrity of financial results, resolve discrepancies, and recommend corrections when needed.</p><p>• Produce recurring and ad hoc reports that help management evaluate operating results, cost trends, and key performance indicators.</p><p>• Support the development of forecasts and annual budgets by compiling data, analyzing variances, and contributing financial insight.</p><p>• Assist with internal and external audits by organizing documentation, responding to requests, and helping ensure compliance with reporting and regulatory requirements.</p><p>• Strengthen reporting processes related to month-end close, production activity, standard costing, inventory controls, and scrap analysis to improve speed and accuracy.</p><p>• Partner with plant and cross-functional teams to enhance financial processes, reinforce data reliability, and align activities with accounting standards and internal controls.</p><p>• Identify and drive process or system improvements that increase efficiency within finance and provide better decision-making support to the business.</p><p><br></p><p>If you are interested in this opportunity or other Direct Hire opportunities through Robert Half please call Carolyn Barnett at 513.810.3821 </p>
<p>Tammy Power, Recruiting Manager with Robert Half is partnering with a company looking for an experienced Plant Controller to provide financial direction for operations in Kern County, California. This position works closely with plant and executive leadership to strengthen profitability, improve reporting visibility, and support sound business decisions across production and agricultural activities. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in cost accounting, forecasting, and operational analysis within a fast-paced, production-focused environment.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration, contact Tammy Power via LinkedIn. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct operational accounting activities and deliver accurate financial reporting for plant and production functions.</p><p>• Build and oversee budgets, forecasts, and longer-term financial plans that support operational goals and business growth.</p><p>• Evaluate financial and operating results, highlight meaningful trends, and present practical recommendations to leadership.</p><p>• Manage cost accounting processes, including inventory valuation, standard costing, and analysis of manufacturing variances.</p><p>• Track and interpret key performance measures tied to labor, output, yield, and overall operating efficiency.</p><p>• Collaborate with operations leaders to identify opportunities to increase margins and improve plant performance.</p><p>• Maintain strong internal controls and ensure adherence to accounting standards, company policies, and applicable regulations.</p><p>• Lead month-end and year-end close activities related to plant and operational finance.</p><p>• Support capital planning, strategic initiatives, and financial analysis for expansion or process improvement efforts.</p><p>• Guide and develop accounting staff while preparing financial presentations and reporting packages for senior leadership.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Plant Controller to oversee financial performance and provide strategic support for a manufacturing operation in Allentown, Pennsylvania. This role partners closely with plant leadership and cross-functional teams to strengthen reporting accuracy, improve cost visibility, and guide informed business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting expertise, a solid understanding of manufacturing finance, and the ability to translate financial results into operational insight.</p><p><br></p><p>If you are already in contact with one of our Recruiting Managers, please reach out to them directly to discuss this opportunity. If not, for immediate consideration, please apply or call Warren Knight at 484-214-2624</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct the plant’s budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities to support short- and long-term business objectives.</p><p>• Oversee monthly and annual closing processes while ensuring financial reports are complete, accurate, and compliant with accounting standards.</p><p>• Partner with operations, supply chain, and other departments to evaluate plant performance, explain variances, and highlight opportunities for improvement.</p><p>• Establish and maintain effective internal controls that reduce financial risk and promote efficient accounting processes.</p><p>• Deliver meaningful financial analysis and recommendations to plant leadership and senior management to support strategic and operational decisions.</p><p>• Coordinate with corporate finance partners to align site-level reporting, planning, and performance goals with broader organizational priorities.</p><p>• Advance reporting and analysis practices through continuous process improvement initiatives that enhance visibility and decision-making.</p><p>• Monitor manufacturing costs, standard costing, and cost accounting activities to improve cost control and profitability at the plant level.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Plant Controller to oversee financial operations for a manufacturing site in the Morgantown, West Virginia area. This position plays a central role in guiding plant-level accounting, cost analysis, budgeting, and reporting while partnering closely with operations and supply chain leaders. The successful candidate will help strengthen financial controls, improve visibility into plant performance, and support informed decision-making across inventory, assets, and capital spending.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct the monthly financial close for plant operations, including analysis of production results, manufacturing variances, and key balance sheet accounts.</p><p>• Develop annual budgets, periodic forecasts, and regular financial reports that provide management with insight into cost trends and operating results.</p><p>• Maintain and review product costing methodologies and standard costs to ensure financial data accurately reflects manufacturing activity.</p><p>• Monitor inventory and fixed asset records by overseeing reconciliations, physical count support, cycle count processes, and related internal controls.</p><p>• Support evaluation and tracking of capital expenditures by maintaining accurate investment records and assisting with approval and reporting activities.</p><p>• Partner with plant leadership and supply chain teams to assess operational performance, identify risks, and recommend opportunities for cost improvement.</p><p>• Provide financial analysis and clear reporting to both site leadership and corporate stakeholders to support business planning and decision-making.</p><p>• Contribute to special projects focused on improving accounting processes, strengthening controls, and increasing the efficiency of financial operations.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Plant Controller to provide financial leadership for manufacturing operations in East Windsor, New Jersey. This role is responsible for guiding plant-level accounting, strengthening financial controls, and delivering meaningful analysis that supports operational and strategic decisions. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in cost accounting, forecasting, inventory oversight, and capital tracking within a manufacturing environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct the monthly financial close for plant operations, including review of production activity, analysis of manufacturing variances, and reconciliation of key balance sheet accounts.</p><p>• Develop annual budgets and regular forecasts while delivering timely financial reports and performance insights to plant leadership and corporate stakeholders.</p><p>• Maintain product costing and standard cost models, and evaluate cost movements to explain operational results and support profitability improvements.</p><p>• Oversee accounting and control activities related to inventory and fixed assets, including count programs, reconciliations, and financial accuracy of recorded balances.</p><p>• Administer capital investment tracking through plant systems, support the capital approval workflow, and help ensure the reliability of recorded project amounts.</p><p>• Partner with operations and supply chain leaders to assess plant performance, identify cost-saving opportunities, and improve financial visibility across the site.</p><p>• Contribute to system-related support and plant process enhancements that improve reporting quality, internal controls, and overall accounting efficiency.</p><p>• Lead or assist with special projects aimed at strengthening compliance, streamlining workflows, and advancing cost management practices.</p>
<p>We are looking for an Operations Manager to lead financial and operational oversight for our manufacturing site in Lorain, Ohio. This position partners closely with plant leadership to strengthen performance, support customer commitments, and guide sound business decisions across production, warehousing, and shared support activities. The role also contributes to local leadership discussions by aligning financial discipline with operational goals and maintaining accountability for site results.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct financial and operational control for the warehouse and supporting business functions to ensure efficient site performance.</p><p>• Partner with production and leadership teams to improve output, control costs, and support reliable delivery for customers.</p><p>• Oversee manufacturing cost accounting activities, including standard costing, cost analysis, and ongoing review of plant performance drivers.</p><p>• Lead the month-end close process by preparing accurate financial results, reviewing variances, and communicating key insights to management.</p><p>• Develop budgets, forecasts, and performance reports that help leadership make informed operational and financial decisions.</p><p>• Coach and motivate cross-functional teams while promoting accountability, continuous improvement, and strong execution across the site.</p><p>• Participate in local management discussions to coordinate priorities across operations, finance, sales support, and product-related activities.</p><p>• Maintain appropriate financial governance, reporting accuracy, and authorized business signatory responsibilities for the U.S. entity.</p>
<p>We are seeking a hands-on Interim Plant Controller to oversee financial operations for a manufacturing organization. This individual will be responsible for evaluating financial reporting practices, identifying and resolving accounting discrepancies, and strengthening internal controls and processes to ensure accurate, GAAP-compliant financial reporting. <strong>This position requires 5 days onsite.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, manufacturing industry experience, and exposure to acquisitions or post-acquisition integration. This role requires a confident business partner who can assess existing practices, recommend and implement improvements, and work collaboratively with leadership to drive accountability and improve financial performance.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee financial reporting and accounting operations, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with GAAP.</li><li>Review existing financial reporting practices, identify discrepancies, and lead efforts to resolve accounting issues.</li><li>Evaluate internal controls, accounting procedures, and financial processes, implementing improvements where needed.</li><li>Apply strong technical accounting knowledge to research and resolve complex accounting matters.</li><li>Partner with operational and executive leadership to provide financial insight, support business decisions, and promote accountability.</li><li>Support accounting considerations related to acquisitions, integrations, or changes in business operations.</li><li>Communicate financial findings, risks, and recommended solutions clearly and concisely to key stakeholders.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for a Plant Controller to lead financial oversight for our manufacturing operation in Anderson, Indiana. This role partners closely with plant leadership to translate operational activity into clear financial insight, strengthen cost control, and support sound business decisions. The position will play a key part in budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and cash management while helping maintain accurate and timely financial processes across the site.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop monthly performance reporting for the Anderson, Indiana facility, highlighting key variances across operational and financial measures.<br>• Lead the annual planning cycle and prepare rolling quarterly forecasts for plant and warehouse operations.<br>• Work closely with department leaders to evaluate spending, productivity, labor performance, materials usage, maintenance costs, and inventory results.<br>• Oversee cash management activities, including forecasting, reporting, and adherence to internal control practices.<br>• Review and authorize banking activity for U.S. and Mexico entities in a timely and accurate manner.<br>• Provide financial data, reconciliations, and analysis to support the monthly close and broader accounting processes.<br>• Produce recurring weekly cash projections and reports to improve visibility into short-term liquidity needs.<br>• Monitor capital spending plans, track investment activity, and report on expenditures in coordination with engineering partners.<br>• Assist shared services teams with accounts receivable and accounts payable matters when plant-specific support is needed.<br>• Perform product cost evaluations to help commercial teams assess pricing for new offerings and customer opportunities.
We are looking for a Plant Controller to lead financial oversight for our operations in Brunswick, Ohio. This position works closely with plant leadership to deliver meaningful analysis, improve profitability, and support sound operational decision-making. The ideal candidate brings strong manufacturing accounting knowledge, a practical approach to problem-solving, and the ability to translate financial results into clear business guidance.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Act as the key finance partner to the General Manager and site leadership, offering analysis and recommendations that support stronger plant performance.<br>• Prepare and present monthly financial reporting, including balance sheet activity, profit and loss results, and operational performance indicators.<br>• Manage budgeting and forecasting activities, compare actual performance to plan, and explain trends, risks, and variances to department leaders.<br>• Review production activity, labor performance, overhead application, and standard cost data to help improve efficiency and financial results.<br>• Oversee inventory accounting across raw materials, work in process, finished goods, and supplies while supporting physical inventories and cycle count accuracy.<br>• Work with Sales, Dispatch, Engineering, and plant teams to maintain reliable inventory records, accurate yard balances, and current bills of material.<br>• Support capital spending decisions through financial modeling, project analysis, and ongoing tracking of asset-related activity.<br>• Maintain strong internal controls, manage fixed asset records, assist with audits, and complete required tax filings such as sales, use, and personal property tax.<br>• Provide oversight of accounts payable activities to ensure invoices are accurately coded, properly approved, and processed in a timely manner, including support for recently implemented AP processes.
We are looking for an experienced Plant Controller to lead financial oversight for a manufacturing operation in Springfield, Massachusetts. This role will serve as a key partner to plant leadership, providing clear financial insight that supports sound decision-making, operational performance, and profitability. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in manufacturing finance, cost analysis, and reporting, along with the ability to turn complex data into practical business recommendations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the plant’s day-to-day accounting activities and deliver accurate financial results within established reporting timelines.<br>• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycles, ensuring completeness, consistency, and compliance across all financial records.<br>• Produce and interpret financial statements, management summaries, and performance metrics to help guide plant leadership decisions.<br>• Manage core cost accounting functions, including standard costing, inventory valuation, cost of goods sold analysis, and review of manufacturing variances.<br>• Evaluate material, labor, and overhead spending patterns to identify risks, inefficiencies, and opportunities to improve margins.<br>• Partner with operational and corporate leaders to build budgets, update forecasts, and support longer-term financial planning.<br>• Reconcile inventory-related accounts, monitor stock valuation accuracy, and help maintain effective inventory control practices.<br>• Strengthen internal controls, uphold accounting procedures, and support audit readiness while ensuring adherence to company policies.<br>• Provide financial support for capital spending reviews, including investment tracking and analysis of expected returns.<br>• Work closely with production, supply chain, and operations teams to support cost reduction efforts and improve overall plant performance.
We are looking for an experienced Plant Controller to lead financial management for our manufacturing operation in Ogden, Utah. This role serves as a trusted advisor to plant leadership, translating financial results into practical guidance that supports performance, efficiency, and long-term growth. The successful candidate will bring strong manufacturing accounting expertise, sound business judgment, and the ability to strengthen controls while helping teams achieve operational and financial goals.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the plant’s core finance activities, including annual budgeting, rolling forecasts, monthly close, and management reporting, to ensure timely and reliable financial insight.<br>• Partner with site leadership and divisional finance to shape plans, evaluate performance, and support strategic decisions with clear financial analysis.<br>• Review plant results, operating trends, and key metrics to identify risks, explain variances, and recommend actions that improve margin and productivity.<br>• Oversee cost accounting and inventory finance processes, ensuring accurate valuation, disciplined controls, and effective support for cycle counts and physical inventories.<br>• Work closely with production, engineering, and supply chain teams to connect operational activity with financial outcomes and improve overall business performance.<br>• Assess capital spending proposals, track project results, and provide financial justification to confirm investments align with business priorities.<br>• Maintain adherence to accounting policies, internal controls, and regulatory expectations while supporting both internal and external audit activities.<br>• Lead and develop the plant finance team by setting clear expectations, strengthening capabilities, and promoting a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
We are looking for an accomplished Plant Controller to oversee finance and accounting operations for a manufacturing site in Axis, Alabama. This role acts as a strategic partner to plant leadership by translating financial results into operational insights, strengthening cost visibility, and supporting sound business decisions. The successful candidate will bring deep experience in manufacturing finance, strong command of cost accounting practices, and the ability to operate effectively within a global reporting environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the plant’s accounting activities and deliver accurate financial reporting that supports both local leadership and corporate stakeholders.<br>• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycles, ensuring records are complete, timely, and aligned with reporting expectations.<br>• Evaluate plant financial results, including margins, production spending, and key operating indicators, and communicate findings to leadership.<br>• Manage standard cost processes, inventory valuation, and analysis of labor, overhead, and material usage to explain manufacturing performance.<br>• Partner with operations leaders to investigate cost variances, identify savings opportunities, and improve overall plant profitability.<br>• Lead the annual planning process for the facility, including budget development, routine forecasting, and performance-to-plan analysis.<br>• Maintain strong financial controls over inventory, capital assets, purchasing activity, and manufacturing transactions to support compliance and accuracy.<br>• Coordinate financial oversight of physical inventory counts, cycle count programs, audits, and related documentation requirements.<br>• Provide financial guidance for capital projects, equipment investments, and productivity initiatives while supporting broader corporate and international reporting needs.<br>• Coach and develop plant finance staff while promoting process improvements that enhance reporting quality, efficiency, and internal control effectiveness.
We are looking for a Plant Controller to provide financial leadership for a manufacturing operation in Waterville, Maine. This role blends strong technical accounting knowledge with day-to-day partnership across plant leadership, helping translate operating activity into clear financial insight. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working closely with production teams, guiding performance improvement efforts, and supporting decisions that strengthen both efficiency and profitability.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Collaborate with plant leaders and cross-functional partners to align financial guidance with production goals, cost management priorities, and overall business performance.<br>• Direct plant-level costing activities, including standard cost maintenance, product cost analysis, and review of manufacturing variances tied to labor, materials, scrap, yield, and equipment performance.<br>• Lead the budgeting, forecasting, and month-end review process, delivering timely analysis on financial results and key operating trends.<br>• Assess capital spending proposals by analyzing expected returns, cash flow impact, capacity needs, and operational benefits.<br>• Oversee inventory accounting, account reconciliations, and compliance with internal controls to support accurate and reliable financial reporting.<br>• Manage and develop the plant finance team by setting expectations, coaching performance, and encouraging accountability and continuous improvement.<br>• Identify opportunities to improve reporting methods, streamline financial processes, and increase the effectiveness of enterprise systems and plant reporting tools.<br>• Maintain an active presence within plant operations to understand daily challenges, investigate performance issues, and provide practical financial recommendations.<br>• Partner with operational stakeholders on initiatives that improve productivity, strengthen margins, and enhance cost competitiveness within the facility.
<p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Financial Strategy and Business Support</strong></p><ul><li>Direct the site’s budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities, ensuring alignment with business objectives.</li><li>Partner with plant leadership to evaluate financial performance, identify emerging trends, and recommend appropriate courses of action.</li><li>Assess financial risks and growth opportunities while developing strategies to improve margins, cash generation, and overall business results.</li><li>Evaluate proposed capital projects through financial projections, investment appraisals, and ongoing performance assessments.</li><li>Establish and track financial and operational indicators to measure progress against business goals.</li><li>Provide decision support for operational planning, resource allocation, and strategic initiatives.</li></ul><p><strong>Manufacturing Finance and Cost Management</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee site-level cost accounting, including product costing, inventory accounting, manufacturing variances, and production cost reporting.</li><li>Evaluate cost drivers across raw materials, labor, production processes, overhead, and inventory to identify opportunities for improvement.</li><li>Collaborate with production, procurement, engineering, and maintenance teams to improve cost efficiency and operational productivity.</li><li>Provide accurate cost and profitability analysis to support commercial strategy, pricing decisions, and product-level performance reviews.</li><li>Review actual financial results against established plans and investigate significant variances.</li><li>Support inventory management, cash flow optimization, and initiatives designed to improve working capital.</li></ul><p><strong>Financial Reporting and Governance</strong></p><ul><li>Manage the preparation and delivery of financial reports, performance analyses, and management updates for site and senior leadership.</li><li>Maintain effective accounting procedures and internal controls in accordance with applicable standards, company requirements, and regulatory obligations.</li><li>Ensure financial records, supporting documentation, and reporting processes remain accurate, consistent, and audit-ready.</li><li>Coordinate audit activities and oversee the timely implementation of corrective actions when needed.</li><li>Promote data accuracy, reporting integrity, and consistency across financial and operational systems.</li></ul><p><strong>Leadership and Operational Excellence</strong></p><ul><li>Establish strong working relationships with leaders across manufacturing, finance, supply chain, engineering, and commercial functions.</li><li>Encourage a results-oriented culture built on financial accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.</li><li>Refine financial workflows, reporting practices, and management tools to support operational scale and business growth.</li><li>Supervise and develop finance personnel, providing coaching, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve financial systems, automate reporting, strengthen analytics, and enhance business decision-making.</li><li>Contribute to broader site initiatives focused on operational effectiveness, process improvement, and long-term performance.</li></ul>
We are looking for a Plant Controller to lead financial planning and operational accounting for our manufacturing environment in Saint Paul, Minnesota. This role partners closely with executive leadership to shape financial direction, strengthen performance through data-driven analysis, and support sustainable growth. The ideal candidate will bring strong oversight of reporting, cash management, and internal controls while helping improve financial processes across the organization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Partner with senior leadership to develop financial strategies, build forecasting models, and translate business goals into practical budget and long-range planning decisions.<br>• Oversee plant and corporate accounting activities to ensure financial statements, operational reports, and supporting analyses are accurate, timely, and consistent.<br>• Direct cash planning activities by monitoring liquidity, evaluating working capital needs, and supporting borrowing and capital allocation decisions.<br>• Lead core finance functions such as general accounting, receivables, payables, payroll, credit, and plant controllership to maintain strong day-to-day financial operations.<br>• Establish and maintain internal controls that reduce risk, protect company assets, and support compliance with financial, tax, and regulatory requirements.<br>• Coordinate audits, insurance-related financial matters, and contract compliance activities while addressing issues that could affect business performance.<br>• Drive improvements in financial and operational systems to increase reporting quality, transaction efficiency, and decision-making across business units.<br>• Serve as a key financial representative to banks, investors, board stakeholders, and external business partners by providing clear reporting and analysis.<br>• Analyze manufacturing costs, inventory activity, and standard costing results to identify trends, improve margin visibility, and support operational performance.<br>• Manage the month-end close process and ensure all reporting deadlines are met with a high degree of accuracy and accountability.
<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>
We are looking for an experienced Divisional/Plant Controller to support manufacturing finance operations in Waterbury, Connecticut. This is a Contract position focused on strengthening cost visibility, improving financial oversight, and delivering accurate reporting for plant and divisional leadership. The ideal candidate brings strong controllership expertise, hands-on manufacturing cost accounting knowledge, and the ability to guide month-end activities in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the monthly close process for plant and divisional finance activities, ensuring timely and accurate completion of journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting deliverables.<br>• Prepare and analyze financial statements and management reports that provide clear insight into operational performance, cost trends, and key business drivers.<br>• Manage manufacturing cost accounting activities, including standard cost maintenance, inventory-related analysis, and cost allocation review.<br>• Evaluate production and spending results by performing detailed variance analysis and explaining monthly differences against budget, forecast, and standard costs.<br>• Partner with operations and leadership teams to monitor plant performance, identify financial risks, and support sound business decisions.<br>• Maintain strong controllership practices by reinforcing internal controls, supporting compliance expectations, and promoting accuracy across financial processes.<br>• Review product and operational costing assumptions to help improve margin visibility and ensure reliable cost data for reporting purposes.<br>• Contribute to ongoing process improvements within finance, including enhancements to reporting workflows, close procedures, and cost analysis methods.
We are looking for an experienced Divisional/Plant Controller to support a manufacturing operation in Holland, Michigan. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented finance specialist who brings strong plant-level accounting expertise, sharp analytical skills, and a hands-on approach to cost management and reporting. The selected candidate will help strengthen financial visibility, guide close activities, and provide accurate insights that support operational and business decisions.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead monthly financial close activities for the plant, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and reporting deadlines are met.<br>• Oversee manufacturing cost accounting processes, including analysis of production costs, inventory valuation, and cost performance trends.<br>• Maintain and refine standard costing structures to support reliable product costing and financial accuracy.<br>• Prepare and deliver financial reports that provide clear insight into plant performance, variances, and key business drivers.<br>• Partner with plant leadership to review results, explain financial impacts, and support informed operational decision-making.<br>• Monitor cost controls across manufacturing activities and identify opportunities to improve financial efficiency and visibility.<br>• Support controllership activities by strengthening compliance, internal controls, and consistency in financial practices.<br>• Utilize SAP and SAP S/4HANA to manage financial data, reporting, and cost accounting processes within the plant environment.
<p>Growing Construction Company with 40+ year history and great reputation located Peabody area is looking for a Controller to join the leadership team. The Controller will report directly into the President and manage a small staff. This role will have complete ownership of all financial reporting, job costing, work-in-progress schedules and transactional accounting activities including accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, order entry and payroll functions. Other duties include cash management/reporting, financial analysis, internal controls, tax and insurance reporting and point person dealing with outside CPA firm. Minimum of 3 years of construction accounting experience required with proficiency in Sage 300 CRE or similar. Excellent opportunity to join a stable Company, strong leadership in place with active pipeline of projects scheduled in a “hand on” leadership role. This is onsite role for the first 90 days to get up to speed then 2 days remote. Great benefits offered included unlimited vacation and sick policy. If interested, reach out to Dino Valeri at dino.valeri@roberthalf;com or message me thru LinkedIn. </p>
We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead corporate accounting operations and provide clear financial insight that supports strategic decision-making. Based in New Jersey, this position oversees global close and consolidation activities, strengthens reporting processes, and helps build the financial foundation for continued growth. The ideal candidate combines deep accounting expertise with a practical, hands-on approach and can translate complex results into actionable guidance for senior leadership.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the accounting organization, including team leadership, performance oversight, coaching, and resource planning to support both immediate priorities and long-term business goals.<br>• Oversee the month-end close process and global financial consolidation to ensure accurate, timely reporting across U.S. and international entities.<br>• Review financial results in detail, identify underlying drivers of performance, and investigate material fluctuations, trends, and unusual items.<br>• Deliver monthly reporting packages and analysis that compare actual performance against budgets, forecasts, and prior-year results.<br>• Collaborate with executive leaders and business partners to evaluate performance, improve profitability, and support sound operational decisions.<br>• Contribute to the planning cycle by supporting annual budgets, rolling forecasts, reforecasts, and cash planning activities.<br>• Help define and enhance key performance indicators and management reporting tools used across the organization.<br>• Monitor applicable accounting guidance and lead the assessment, interpretation, and implementation of policy updates where needed.
<p>We have an immediate need for a Corporate Controller with significant corporate experience. This position will oversee a 20+ person department, managing multiple departments and lines of service. This position will require previous experience working with and reporting to a board and will work closely with all senior management while reporting directly to the CFO.</p><p>The Corporate Controller will be in a very hands-on role, closely involved with all facets of the monthly close process, monthly reporting package and GAAP compliance.</p><p>A CPA is desired for this position and any prior public accounting is a plus.</p><p>The ideal candidate will have experience from a larger, complicated corporate structure with multiple layers of management and lines of service.</p><p>There is a definite need for a Corporate Controller who embraces system upgrades. Experience with ERP system implementations and upgrades is strongly desired as well as a desire to welcome AI technology.</p><p>The Corporate controller will oversee the AP/AR/Tax & Treasury functions.</p><p>Experience overseeing banking relationships is helpful.</p><p><br></p><p>Qualifications:</p><p><br></p><p>This role requires the Controller work in person - Marlborough, Mass weekly</p><p>CPA desired</p><p>Any exposure to the Promotional industry is needed</p><p>Prior experience with implementations is ++</p><p>Previous large corporate experience is mandatory – working with and speaking to a Board</p><p>Experience leading a large team with tiers also mandatory</p><p>Hands On, this will not be management only, looking for someone willing to be in the trenches</p>
<p>Job Functions:</p><ul><li>Direct the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.</li><li>Prepare and review consolidated financial statements across multiple business units and locations.</li><li>Oversee balance sheet reconciliations and ensure discrepancies are resolved promptly.</li><li>Maintain the chart of accounts and establish consistent accounting practices company-wide.</li><li>Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and internal financial reporting standards.</li><li>Manage accounting for contracts, projects, and service-related work, including revenue recognition methodologies.</li><li>Oversee accounting for equipment and rental operations, including fixed assets, depreciation, fleet reporting, and utilization metrics.</li><li>Partner with operational leadership to monitor project profitability, analyze margins, and provide actionable financial insights.</li><li>Lead accounts payable, accounts receivable, billing, and general ledger functions.</li><li>Ensure timely and accurate customer invoicing, including progress billing and retainage tracking where applicable.</li><li>Oversee collections efforts, cash applications, bank reconciliations, and daily cash management activities.</li><li>Manage vendor payments, subcontractor accounting, and compliance documentation.</li><li>Develop and maintain internal controls that protect company assets and support accurate financial reporting.</li><li>Oversee multi-state tax filings, licensing requirements, and regulatory compliance matters.</li><li>Coordinate annual audits and serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors.</li><li>Work with outside tax advisors on income tax, property tax, and related compliance initiatives.</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning activities.</li><li>Develop management reporting packages, dashboards, KPIs, and financial analyses for leadership.</li><li>Lead ERP optimization efforts, process improvements, automation initiatives, and future system implementations.</li><li>Assist with reporting and compliance requirements related to lenders, insurance providers, and bonding relationships.</li><li>Manage, mentor, and develop accounting staff while fostering a high-performance culture.</li><li>Establish and document accounting policies, procedures, and best practices.</li><li>Serve as a trusted business partner to executive leadership and operational teams.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead the accounting function for a growing construction company in Hampton, Virginia. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working directly with the numbers while providing clear financial insight to leadership. The successful candidate will manage core accounting activities, strengthen reporting accuracy, and help guide decisions through timely analysis of costs, cash flow, and overall business performance.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct day-to-day accounting activities across payables, receivables, invoicing, ledger maintenance, and cash oversight.<br>• Lead monthly and annual close cycles, ensuring financial records are complete, accurate, and delivered on schedule.<br>• Produce and evaluate recurring financial reports, including statements that highlight operating results, financial position, and cash movement.<br>• Maintain reliable accounting data within QuickBooks Online and uphold organized supporting documentation.<br>• Review project-related spending, budget performance, and margin trends to support effective construction job costing.<br>• Monitor liquidity and prepare financial analysis that gives ownership a clear view of current and projected cash needs.<br>• Complete reconciliations for bank accounts, credit cards, and key balance sheet and general ledger accounts.<br>• Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and variance reviews by identifying trends and explaining performance differences.<br>• Partner with external advisors such as tax professionals, insurance contacts, and other service providers while supporting payroll and year-end reporting needs.