<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>We are looking for an experienced Controller to provide financial leadership for a growing organization. This Long-term Contract position offers the opportunity to guide reporting accuracy, strengthen compliance practices, and deliver financial insight that supports operational and strategic decisions. The role blends hands-on accounting oversight with high-level analysis in a project-driven environment, making it well suited for a candidate with deep construction industry knowledge.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct core accounting activities across the organization, including ledger management, payables, receivables, reconciliations, and month-end close processes.</p><p>• Oversee project-based accounting activities by monitoring job cost performance, billing accuracy, revenue recognition, and financial results across active work.</p><p>• Administer the Deltek system to maintain reliable financial records, support reporting needs, and preserve data accuracy throughout the accounting function.</p><p>• Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, along with analysis that helps leadership understand trends, risks, and opportunities.</p><p>• Develop budgets, forecasts, and performance metrics in partnership with leadership to support planning and decision-making.</p><p>• Ensure adherence to tax obligations and regulatory requirements at the federal, state, and local levels, including industry-specific compliance matters.</p><p>• Establish and monitor internal controls designed to protect assets, improve reporting reliability, and promote sound financial governance.</p><p>• Work closely with operational leaders to validate labor, materials, overhead allocations, and other job cost components that affect profitability.</p><p>• Coordinate with external auditors, tax professionals, and financial institutions to support audits, filings, and banking relationships.</p><p>• Identify opportunities to streamline accounting workflows, improve efficiency, and reduce unnecessary costs within the finance function.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Controller to support a manufacturing operation in Ohio. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can lead core accounting activities, deliver reliable site-level reporting, and provide meaningful cost insights to support business decisions. The role requires a strong background in manufacturing finance and an on-site presence five days per week.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the monthly close process, ensuring financial results are recorded accurately and delivered on schedule.</p><p>• Prepare site financial reports and present clear analysis of operating performance for local leadership.</p><p>• Review manufacturing costs, variances, and trends to help improve financial visibility across the operation.</p><p>• Manage journal entries, accruals, and account reconciliations to maintain accurate and complete records.</p><p>• Oversee standard costing activities and support the integrity of product cost data within the facility.</p><p>• Perform bank reconciliations and monitor balance sheet accounts to ensure proper financial control.</p><p>• Partner with plant and operational teams to evaluate cost drivers and support informed decision-making.</p><p>• Contribute manufacturing finance expertise within the financial systems environment, including experience with related platforms when applicable.</p>
We are looking for a Controller to lead the finance and accounting function for a growing manufacturing organization in West Chester, Ohio. This role will serve as a trusted advisor to leadership while overseeing financial operations, reporting, and planning activities that support continued expansion. The ideal candidate brings strong manufacturing finance expertise, sound business judgment, and the ability to balance strategic insight with day-to-day execution.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct core accounting activities across the organization, including ledger management, payables, receivables, payroll administration, fixed asset tracking, and the monthly close process.<br>• Produce timely financial statements and deliver meaningful analysis on monthly, quarterly, and annual results for leadership review.<br>• Lead the annual budgeting cycle and ongoing forecasting efforts to improve visibility into performance and business trends.<br>• Manage manufacturing cost accounting processes such as inventory valuation, standard cost maintenance, and variance reporting.<br>• Work closely with operational leaders to evaluate production costs, labor performance, and overall profitability across the business.<br>• Establish and maintain effective financial controls, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and consistency in accounting practices.<br>• Oversee external audit coordination, support tax-related activities, and maintain productive relationships with banking and lending partners.<br>• Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and strengthen the financial structure needed to support rapid business growth.
<p>We are looking for a Controller to lead core accounting operations for our manufacturing site in Hamilton, Ohio. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, guiding monthly and annual planning activities, and delivering clear analysis that supports informed business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to strengthen controls while partnering effectively with operational and leadership teams.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct the month-end close process and ensure timely, accurate completion of accounting activities across the organization.</p><p>• Partner with finance leadership to develop the annual budget and cash flow outlook, then provide monthly variance analysis to support corrective action when needed.</p><p>• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable functions, including timely vendor payments, customer collections, and compliance with contractual and statutory obligations.</p><p>• Prepare and review monthly financial statements, reporting packages, and performance summaries for site leadership and corporate stakeholders.</p><p>• Monitor costs, revenue trends, and profit margins, translating financial results into actionable business insights.</p><p>• Maintain the integrity of the general ledger by reviewing account activity, completing reconciliations, and posting necessary journal entries.</p><p>• Support internal and external audit activities by organizing documentation, addressing inquiries, and reinforcing compliance with company policies and legal requirements.</p><p>• Manage records related to fixed and intangible assets while assisting with risk reviews in areas such as credit, insurance, tax, and commercial exposure.</p><p>• Utilize accounting and ERP systems to improve reporting accuracy, streamline financial processes, and support day-to-day accounting management.</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>We are looking for an experienced Purchasing Manager to lead purchasing operations for a manufacturing environment in Cincinnati, Ohio. This role focuses on strengthening supplier performance, maintaining efficient procure-to-pay activities, and supporting cost, quality, and delivery objectives. The ideal candidate brings strong commercial judgment, process discipline, and the ability to build productive relationships across internal teams and external suppliers.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage daily purchasing activities by overseeing purchase order flow, resolving exceptions, reconciling invoices, and tracking key performance measures tied to procurement operations.</p><p>• Build and maintain effective supplier partnerships to support dependable delivery, appropriate quality standards, and competitive pricing, while escalating urgent supply concerns when needed.</p><p>• Put sourcing strategies and contract terms into practice for assigned categories and provide practical market feedback to improve broader purchasing plans.</p><p>• Lead negotiations with selected suppliers to secure year-over-year cost improvements and support overall savings targets.</p><p>• Oversee the full procure-to-pay cycle, ensuring purchasing transactions move accurately and efficiently from order creation through payment resolution.</p><p>• Work closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders to address shipment delays, product quality concerns, warranty matters, and payment discrepancies.</p><p>• Promote adherence to procurement policies and help standardize purchasing methods to improve consistency, control, and compliance.</p><p>• Maintain accurate purchasing and material master data while using reporting tools, analytics, and established procedures to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.</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>