<p>We are looking for an experienced Plant Controller to provide financial leadership for a manufacturing operation in Muskegon, MI. This role partners closely with plant leadership to strengthen financial performance, support operational decisions, and maintain a disciplined control environment. The position offers the opportunity to guide accounting activities, improve reporting accuracy, and contribute directly to plant profitability through data-driven insight.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct day-to-day plant accounting activities, including oversight of general accounting and cost accounting workstreams.</p><p>• Partner with site leadership to deliver financial analysis, performance reporting, and actionable recommendations that support business decisions.</p><p>• Prepare and manage budgets, forecasts, and financial projections while tracking results against operating plans.</p><p>• Maintain strong internal controls across inventory, payroll, payables, cash activity, and related financial processes.</p><p>• Coordinate plant-level reporting obligations and support internal and external audit activities to ensure compliance requirements are met.</p><p>• Lead participation in physical inventory processes, validate inventory accuracy, and identify opportunities to improve control procedures.</p><p>• Oversee capital asset records and ensure fixed asset transactions are recorded accurately and on time.</p><p>• Standardize controlling practices, resolve process inconsistencies, and promote disciplined use of financial policies and operational guidelines.</p><p>• Assess the financial effect of operational initiatives and monitor follow-through against established action plans.</p><p>• Support a safe, compliant, and environmentally responsible workplace by reinforcing company standards in daily financial operations.</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>
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.
<p>We are looking for a dedicated Plant Controller to oversee financial and administrative operations at our client's facility in the Pittsburgh area. This role is integral to ensuring financial accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency while supporting the company’s overall strategic goals. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership skills and a collaborative approach to managing both finance and administrative teams.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Financial Leadership</p><ul><li>Oversee all plant-level accounting, financial reporting, and analysis</li><li>Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, forecasts, and budgets</li><li>Manage cost accounting, variance analysis, inventory accounting, fixed assets, and capital spending</li><li>Ensure compliance with internal controls, corporate policies, and regulatory requirements</li><li>Partner with corporate finance on audits, reporting, and financial planning</li></ul><p>Administrative Oversight</p><ul><li>Supervise administrative staff and support efficient day-to-day office operations</li><li>Oversee payroll processing, timekeeping, and employee record administration</li><li>Coordinate procurement, vendor relationships, facility services, and maintenance support</li><li>Assist with HR-related activities including onboarding, training coordination, and policy administration</li><li>Maintain accurate documentation and records for compliance and reporting</li></ul><p>Leadership & Collaboration</p><ul><li>Partner with operations, HR, and corporate leadership to support plant goals and initiatives</li><li>Promote accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement across the facility</li></ul>
<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>
<p>We are looking for a Plant Controller to support financial operations for a manufacturing environment in Burlington, North Carolina. This position will oversee plant-level accounting activities, strengthen cost visibility, and provide decision support through timely analysis. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in manufacturing finance, inventory controls, and collaboration with operations and procurement teams.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead plant accounting activities, including financial reporting, reconciliations, and oversight of monthly close processes.</p><p>• Build, refine, and maintain cost accounting methods that improve visibility into production spending and operational performance.</p><p>• Monitor inventory balances and movements, ensuring records remain accurate and aligned with plant activity.</p><p>• Partner with procurement and operations teams to evaluate material usage, purchasing trends, and inventory-related costs.</p><p>• Analyze manufacturing results to identify variances, cost drivers, and opportunities for improved financial performance.</p><p>• Support the development and maintenance of standard costing practices for products and production processes.</p><p>• Prepare clear financial insights and recommendations for plant leadership to support planning and business decisions.</p><p>• Use tools such as Sage Intacct and advanced Excel to manage reporting, analysis, and data review effectively.</p>
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 experienced Plant Controller to lead financial oversight for a manufacturing operation in Logansport, Indiana. This role is responsible for strengthening cost visibility, supporting operational decision-making, and ensuring accurate reporting across plant performance. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in cost and inventory accounting, fixed assets, profit and loss management, and financial planning within a manufacturing environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct plant-level financial activities, including budgeting, forecasting, and analysis of operating results.<br>• Oversee manufacturing cost accounting processes to ensure accurate product costing and margin visibility.<br>• Manage inventory accounting and monitor valuation, reserves, and controls tied to plant operations.<br>• Lead month-end close activities, preparing timely financial statements and variance analysis for leadership review.<br>• Maintain fixed asset records, capital spending oversight, and depreciation accuracy in accordance with company policy.<br>• Partner with plant leadership to evaluate financial performance, identify cost drivers, and recommend corrective actions.<br>• Support profit and loss management by tracking plant expenses, productivity, and overall operational efficiency.<br>• Prepare financial plans, reports, and performance insights that help guide strategic and day-to-day business decisions.
We are looking for a Plant Controller to lead financial oversight for our manufacturing operation in Fremont, Nebraska. This role combines hands-on accounting leadership with business partnership, ensuring accurate reporting, sound controls, and meaningful analysis that supports operational decision-making. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in cost accounting, financial close processes, and manufacturing finance, along with the ability to communicate insights clearly across the organization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the monthly close cycle, ensuring timely completion of journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting packages along with relevant operating metrics.<br>• Deliver recurring financial updates to leadership, highlighting performance trends and explaining key differences from budget, forecast, and prior-year results.<br>• Maintain the accuracy of balance sheet accounts by overseeing reconciliations, enforcing accounting standards, and strengthening internal control practices.<br>• Direct day-to-day transaction accounting activities across the general ledger, payables, receivables, payroll-related coordination, inventory, and fixed asset records.<br>• Oversee accounting procedures that support audit readiness and help ensure financial records can be reviewed efficiently by external auditors.<br>• Partner with auditors and tax advisors by organizing documentation, answering inquiries, and supplying information needed for annual reporting requirements.<br>• Support and manage NetSuite administration and related system activities, including process oversight tied to Oracle NetSuite implementation needs.<br>• Contribute to additional finance and operational initiatives as assigned to support the broader goals of the business.
We are looking for an experienced Plant Controller to oversee and enhance the financial operations of our manufacturing facility in Torrance, California. In this role, you will play a critical part in driving strategic financial decisions, ensuring compliance, and maintaining strong internal controls. Your expertise in cost accounting and financial leadership will support the company's growth and operational excellence.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the preparation and presentation of monthly financial statements, annual budgets, and rolling forecasts.<br>• Provide strategic insights through financial analysis to guide leadership in making informed decisions.<br>• Review and interpret budget and financial reports, identifying trends and recommending actions to achieve business goals.<br>• Manage cash flow and enforce robust financial controls to protect assets and maintain compliance with policies.<br>• Coordinate and oversee financial audits, ensuring adherence to internal controls and regulatory requirements.<br>• Prepare accurate financial reports for government agencies and other regulatory bodies.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess capital investments and drive continuous improvement initiatives.<br>• Implement and monitor manufacturing cost accounting systems, including standard cost methods.<br>• Supervise month-end close processes, journal entries, and bank reconciliations.<br>• Develop and maintain budgeting and forecasting models that support operational and strategic planning.
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.
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><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>
<p><strong>Plant Controller- Manufacturing</strong></p><p><strong>Springfield, MA Area</strong></p><p><strong>Contact: </strong>Brittany Rizzo / [email protected]</p><p><strong>Reference ID:</strong> BR0013506829</p><p>Salary range of $110,000-$140,000. Company offers benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401k and paid time off.</p><p><br></p><p>Our client, a well-established manufacturing organization in the Springfield, MA area, is seeking an experienced <strong>Plant Controller</strong> to lead the accounting and financial operations of a manufacturing facility. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on accounting leader with strong <strong>manufacturing, inventory, and cost accounting</strong> expertise to play a key role in supporting plant operations and business performance.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee all accounting and financial activities for the manufacturing plant.</li><li>Manage the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.</li><li>Prepare and analyze plant financial statements, budgets, forecasts, and operating results.</li><li>Lead and oversee <strong>inventory accounting</strong>, including inventory valuation, reconciliations, reserves, and cycle/physical count processes.</li><li>Manage and analyze <strong>cost accounting</strong>, including standard costs, variances, labor, overhead, and manufacturing costs.</li><li>Partner with plant leadership and operations to analyze production performance, profitability, and cost drivers.</li><li>Provide financial analysis and recommendations to improve operational efficiency and profitability.</li><li>Monitor and explain budget-to-actual and production variances.</li><li>Establish and maintain strong internal controls and accounting procedures.</li><li>Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and other plant accounting functions.</li><li>Support annual budgeting, forecasting, and strategic financial planning.</li><li>Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting staff.</li><li>Collaborate with corporate finance and accounting teams on reporting, compliance, and other financial initiatives.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve processes, controls, reporting, and overall financial performance.</li></ul>
<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 a Plant Controller to lead financial oversight for a manufacturing operation in Rutherfordton, North Carolina. This position plays a key role in guiding cost performance, strengthening reporting accuracy, and supporting operational decision-making through timely financial insight. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in plant accounting, month-end close, and ERP-based analysis within a production environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct the plant’s accounting activities, ensuring financial records are accurate, complete, and aligned with company policies.</p><p>• Oversee month-end closing tasks, including account reconciliations, journal entries, and preparation of plant-level financial results.</p><p>• Manage manufacturing cost analysis by monitoring material, labor, and overhead performance against established standards.</p><p>• Develop and maintain standard cost structures to support inventory valuation, margin analysis, and operational planning.</p><p>• Partner with production and leadership teams to review variances, explain cost drivers, and recommend actions to improve financial performance.</p><p>• Prepare recurring and ad hoc reports that provide visibility into plant spending, efficiency trends, and overall profitability.</p><p>• Support budgeting and forecasting activities by translating operating plans into meaningful financial expectations.</p><p>• Use ERP and related systems to analyze transactions, maintain financial data integrity, and improve reporting effectiveness.</p>
<p>Brad Stewart with Robert Half Finance & Accounting is recruiting for a Accountant for a manufacturing facility in Fernley, Nevada. This position plays an important role in maintaining accurate financial records, overseeing inventory and cost-related reporting, and helping ensure timely month-end and regulatory submissions. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical ability, hands-on accounting experience in an industrial setting, and the judgment to work effectively across plant and corporate teams.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage journal entry activity by reviewing reversing and recurring entries, preparing additional postings as needed, and maintaining organized supporting records.</p><p>• Reconcile balance sheet and general ledger accounts on a routine basis, investigate variances, and compile monthly financial reporting packages for internal and corporate distribution.</p><p>• Oversee accounting for raw materials, repair inventory, and other plant supplies by validating receipts, monitoring physical counts, researching discrepancies, and processing approved inventory adjustments.</p><p>• Produce plant cost and operational reports, including daily production summaries, monthly cost books, variance analysis, margin reporting, downtime tracking, and significant expenditure documentation.</p><p>• Support repair parts and maintenance-related accounting by tracking issue activity, reconciling subsidiary records to the general ledger, and assisting staff with proper inventory system usage.</p><p>• Maintain fixed asset records by recording capital additions, processing disposals, calculating depreciation, and reconciling asset balances to the general ledger.</p><p>• Perform monthly cash-related reconciliations, including operating bank accounts and petty cash, to ensure completeness and accuracy of recorded transactions.</p><p>• Prepare and submit required tax and regulatory filings, such as sales and use tax returns, fuel refund claims, census reporting, coal consumption reporting, and annual support schedules.</p><p>• Update budget and reporting files in spreadsheet-based tools, maintain supporting schedules for departmental reporting, and assist with ongoing financial analysis tied to plant performance.</p>
We are looking for a Plant Accountant to support financial and payroll operations at our manufacturing facility in Ohio. This role combines plant-level accounting, accounts payable, and hourly payroll administration while helping ensure accurate reporting, compliance, and timely month-end close activities. The ideal candidate brings strong attention to detail, sound analytical ability, and experience working across accounting and payroll processes in a fast-paced production environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage day-to-day plant accounting activities, including invoice handling, payable processing, and support for routine financial transactions.<br>• Prepare month-end accrual details for outstanding liabilities and coordinate required information with the corporate finance team.<br>• Reconcile vendor statements, investigate unusual account activity, and resolve billing or payment issues with suppliers.<br>• Administer payroll and timekeeping for hourly employees, including overtime review, deductions, taxes, benefit-related updates, and backup payroll support as needed.<br>• Respond to questions related to wage garnishments, review contract labor timesheets for accuracy, and maintain employee schedules and supervisor assignments within the timekeeping system.<br>• Complete monthly sales and use tax filings and assist with standard close entries and other period-end accounting tasks.<br>• Analyze labor, material, and scrap variances against standards, then communicate findings and concerns to appropriate operational partners.<br>• Review non-capital plant requisitions for coding accuracy, track open purchase commitments and spending, and route requests to designated approvers.<br>• Perform balance sheet reconciliations, submit journal entry requests within established deadlines, and research budget-to-actual variances to identify root causes and correct miscoded expenses.<br>• Provide ad hoc financial analysis and contribute to annual budgeting and monthly forecasting efforts to support plant leadership decision-making.
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<p>We are looking for a hands-on Controller with five plus years of construction industry experience to lead accounting operations and deliver accurate, timely financial reporting for our Indianapolis, Indiana team. This role blends day-to-day execution with leadership oversight, supporting core accounting activities while guiding accounts receivable, accounts payable, and payroll functions. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to strengthen controls, improve reporting, and support financial decision-making across the organization.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close cycle, including journal entries, reconciliations, and preparation of financial statements.</p><p>• Maintain the general ledger and monitor account activity to ensure balances are complete, accurate, and properly supported.</p><p>• Prepare audit-ready schedules, financial notes, and supporting documentation while coordinating with internal and external stakeholders as needed.</p><p>• Oversee daily accounting operations across receivables, payables, and payroll, stepping in directly when workflow demands increase.</p><p>• Review banking activity, fixed asset records, accruals, and other key transactions to keep accounting records current and reliable.</p><p>• Partner with teams across the business to investigate variances, resolve accounting issues, and promote overall financial health.</p><p>• Develop, enforce, and refine internal controls, processing standards, and compliance practices aligned with local, state, and federal requirements.</p><p>• Coach accounting staff on reporting discipline, process consistency, and accountability while helping improve team performance.</p><p>• Identify opportunities to enhance financial systems, increase project profitability, support revenue strategies, and reduce costs through better operational insight.</p><p>• Participate in special projects and provide financial guidance during planning discussions, reviews, and leadership meetings.</p>
<p>Established South Jersey client is looking to add a Controller with real estate industry experience to their finance team. The Controller will be responsible for ensuring compliance within the government sector, overseeing cost accounting, consolidations, financial reporting, budgeting, general ledger responsibilities, assisting with payroll tax processing, creating financial forecasting coordinating month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial close processes, and implementing and maintaining internal controls to safeguard company assets. The ideal individual for this role must be a people leader, drive process improvements & ERP system enhancements, have strong knowledge of GAAP, and proven experience in budgeting.</p><p><br></p><p>Major Responsibilities</p><p>· Review and manage accounting operations</p><p>· Oversee the month end close process</p><p>· Develop financial strategies</p><p>· Expense Variance Review</p><p>· Prepare financial statements and reports</p><p>· Account Reconciliations </p><p>· Consolidate financial data</p><p>· Internal Control Monitoring</p><p>· Assist with internal/external audit preparation</p><p>· Coach, Train, Mentor financial staff</p>
<p><strong>CONSTRUCTION CONTROLLER, Garden City, Long Island, NY</strong></p><p><strong>Anna Parson at Robert Half </strong>is partnering with a growing, multi-entity large construction client seeking an experienced <strong>Construction Controller</strong> that has worked in organizations with revenue of $100M+ to lead consolidated, multi entity financial reporting, project accounting, and operational accounting & finance. The Construction Controller will oversee the consolidated, audited financial reporting of multiple operating entities and is ideal for a construction finance leader with experience supporting organizations generating <strong>$100M+ in annual revenue</strong>.</p><p>The successful candidate will be a hands-on leader who combines strong controllership and leadership skills with a deep understanding of construction project economics, WIP reporting, and long-term project profitability.</p><p><strong>As the Construction Controller you will: </strong></p><ul><li>Lead the monthly close process, general ledger activities, and consolidated financial reporting for multiple operating entities</li><li>Prepare and review financial statements while serving as the primary liaison to auditors, banks, and sureties</li><li>Oversee WIP schedules, percentage-of-completion accounting, cost-to-complete forecasting, and project profitability analysis</li><li>Partner closely with estimators, project managers, superintendents, and field personnel to review project estimates, budgets, forecasts, and job performance</li><li>Analyze gain/fade trends, labor productivity, equipment utilization, and project forecasts to identify risks and opportunities</li><li>Manage surety, bonding, banking, and cash reporting requirements</li><li>Develop meaningful management reporting focused on backlog, project performance, forecasted profitability, and key operating metrics</li><li>Drive process improvements and lead ERP implementation, integration, and optimization initiatives</li></ul><p><strong>What We're Looking for in the Construction Controller: </strong></p><p>This company is seeking a Controller who can take ownership of the finance function while serving as a strategic partner to ownership and operations. The ideal candidate understands that project profitability depends on accurate forecasting, disciplined financial controls, and strong collaboration with project teams. They will have the ability to improve reporting, enhance processes, lead through change, and provide the financial insight necessary to support continued growth.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>For confidential consideration, please contact Anna Parson at Robert Half or apply Now!.</strong></p><p><br></p>
We are looking for a Controller to lead core accounting activities and provide dependable financial leadership for a growing organization in Boca Raton, Florida. This Long-term Contract position will oversee end-to-end accounting performance, strengthen reporting accuracy, and support informed business decisions through disciplined financial oversight. The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of US GAAP, financial close management, and internal controls, along with the ability to collaborate across departments and external partners.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct daily accounting operations, including general ledger activity, reconciliations, and oversight of critical financial processes.<br>• Manage month-end and quarter-end close cycles to ensure timely completion, accuracy, and consistency in consolidated financial reporting.<br>• Prepare and review financial statements, account analyses, and ad hoc reports that support leadership decision-making.<br>• Maintain a strong internal control environment by evaluating processes, identifying gaps, and implementing practical improvements.<br>• Provide guidance on GAAP accounting matters, technical accounting interpretations, and proper treatment of accounting entries.<br>• Coordinate audit support, tax-related accounting documentation, and required reporting for lenders and external stakeholders.<br>• Partner with teams across finance, operations, HR, and IT to improve reporting quality, process efficiency, and organizational alignment.<br>• Build, mentor, and support an effective accounting function focused on accuracy, accountability, and continuous improvement.