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3 results for Plant Controller in Kansas City, MO

Divisional/Plant Controller
  • Shawnee Mission, KS
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 0 - 0 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced Divisional/Plant Controller to provide Contract finance leadership support for a manufacturing operation in Overland Park, Kansas. This role will oversee core accounting activities, strengthen financial visibility, and help maintain accurate reporting across plant and divisional performance. The ideal candidate brings strong cost accounting expertise, sound controllership experience, and the ability to manage cash activity, close processes, and indirect tax obligations in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead monthly close activities, ensuring financial results are completed accurately and delivered on schedule.<br>• Direct plant and divisional cost accounting processes, including analysis of manufacturing performance and cost drivers.<br>• Prepare and review financial reports that support operational decision-making and leadership visibility.<br>• Oversee daily cash activity and short-term cash management to help maintain strong financial control.<br>• Manage sales and use tax compliance, including return preparation and coordination through Vertex.<br>• Support controllership activities by maintaining accounting accuracy, strengthening internal controls, and resolving reporting issues.<br>• Partner with operational and finance stakeholders to investigate variances and improve financial performance insights.<br>• Provide interim finance coverage and continuity for key accounting and reporting responsibilities during the Contract assignment.
  • 2026-05-29T00:00:00Z
Controller
  • Shawnee Mission, KS
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 140000 - 160000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead financial operations for a utilities-focused organization in Overland Park, Kansas. This position is suited for a hands-on accounting leader who can strengthen reporting accuracy, guide business decisions through financial insight, and oversee a high-performing finance function. The ideal candidate brings strong industry knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to manage deadlines in a complex operating environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the company’s accounting and financial reporting activities, ensuring timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.<br>• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis efforts to support operational planning and executive decision-making.<br>• Oversee preparation and review of financial statements in compliance with applicable accounting standards and internal policies.<br>• Manage and develop accounting staff, setting priorities, improving workflows, and maintaining strong internal controls across the department.<br>• Partner with operational leaders to evaluate financial performance, identify trends, and recommend actions that improve results.<br>• Monitor cash flow, balance sheet activity, and key financial metrics to support the organization’s overall financial health.<br>• Coordinate audits and serve as a primary point of contact for external auditors, tax professionals, and other financial partners.<br>• Support finance-related process improvements and contribute to major system or reporting changes when needed.
  • 2026-05-19T00:00:00Z
Controller
  • Shawnee Mission, KS
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 130000 - 165000 USD / Yearly
  • <p>We are looking for a hands-on Controller to lead accounting operations and financial reporting for the North America market for a growing manufacturing company in Overland Park. This position partners closely with leaders across departments and locations to deliver accurate financial insight, strengthen alignment between finance and operations, and support informed business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, leadership capability, and a continuous improvement mindset to help scale processes and enhance efficiency. If you or someone you know is interested in this opportunity and looking for an organization where you can help make a difference and improve processes, please contact Melissa Valenzuela at 816-601-1192 for further details! </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct the preparation and review of key financial reports, ensuring balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reporting are accurate, complete, and timely.</p><p>• Lead core accounting operations, including cash activity, payables, receivables, payroll, and inventory-related financial reporting.</p><p>• Manage the month-end close process by overseeing journal entries, account reconciliations, and coordination with internal stakeholders to maintain accounting accuracy.</p><p>• Establish, refine, and enforce financial policies, operating procedures, and internal control practices that support consistency and accountability.</p><p>• Maintain compliance with applicable financial standards, regulatory requirements, and company guidelines while addressing potential areas of risk.</p><p>• Evaluate workflows and team output to improve efficiency, optimize resource use, and preserve a high standard of financial precision.</p><p>• Serve as the primary finance contact for external auditors during the annual audit and provide documentation and support as needed.</p><p>• Partner with outside tax advisors to facilitate tax filings and related reporting activities.</p><p>• Guide and develop the controlling team by providing leadership, coaching, and direction that strengthens capability and drives ongoing improvement.</p><p>• Contribute to finance initiatives and system or process enhancements that improve reporting quality, operational effectiveness, and data integrity.</p>
  • 2026-05-29T00:00:00Z