Plant Controller Jobs in Tampa, FL

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Plant Controller

Lake Wales, FL
onsite
Temporary / Contract
58 - 70 USD / Hourly
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. This position requires 5 days onsite. 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. Key Responsibilities<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>
2026-10-21T00:00:00Z

Controller

Tampa, FL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
140000 - 160000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Controller to join our team in Tampa, Florida. In this role, you will oversee financial operations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with all relevant standards. This position offers the opportunity to lead key accounting functions and contribute to the strategic financial planning of the organization. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close, reporting and audit activities for the business</li><li>Ensure credibility by providing timely and accurate financial statements, analysis of budgets, financial trends and work with the sales and operations teams on forecasting</li><li>Review financial processes and recommend/implement improvements through simplification and/or automation</li><li>Work with staff to improve and standardize activities such as journal entries, account reconciliations and reporting and self-perform critical tasks</li><li>Ensure that effective internal controls are adhered to and comply with GAAP and ASC 606 </li><li>Support initiatives to optimize Working Capital, including Accounts Receivable, Inventory, Accounts Payable, Unbilled Revenue and Customer Advanced Payments</li><li>Perform detailed account analysis and conduct in-depth reviews of expense categories and balance sheet accounts</li></ul>
2026-10-09T00:00:00Z

Controller

Tampa, FL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
225000 - 275000 USD / Yearly
This senior finance leadership role is responsible for the integrity of financial reporting, development of a scalable internal control environment, leadership of core accounting, and financial operations. The Corporate Controller will be both an exceptional accounting leader and a change agent - building processes, systems and controls required to support a complex, multi-entity organization.Key ResponsibilitiesLead Enterprise Controllership<ul><li>Lead the corporate accounting organization, including general accounting, financial reporting, multi-entity consolidation, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll accounting, fixed assets and related accounting operations.</li><li>Own the monthly, quarterly and annual close and consolidation processes, with a focus on accuracy, timeliness, continuous improvement, U.S. GAAP-compliant financial reporting and executive reporting packages.</li><li>Establish clear accounting policies, standards and accountability across the organization.</li><li>Maintain rigorous balance-sheet governance, including reconciliations, reserves and account ownership.</li><li>Provide leadership and technical guidance on acquisitions, divestitures and other complex transactions.</li></ul>Build a Scalable Control Environment<ul><li>Develop and continuously strengthen a risk-based internal control environment appropriate for a complex privately held organization.</li><li>Establish consistent accounting practices and controls.</li><li>Lead the annual external audit and maintain strong relationships with external auditors.</li><li>Ensure appropriate accounting governance, documentation and policy compliance.</li></ul>Transform Accounting Through Technology and Process Improvement<ul><li>Lead the modernization and automation of accounting, systems and workflows.</li><li>Identify and implement opportunities to use automation, analytics and AI to improve accuracy, speed and productivity.</li><li>Reduce manual processes, eliminate unnecessary complexity and improve the speed and quality of the financial close.</li></ul>Oversee Treasury and Partner on Financial Operations<ul><li>Manage corporate cash, liquidity and treasury relationships.</li><li>Partner with third-party subject matter experts on tax and enterprise risk-management matters.</li><li>Establish appropriate financial operating metrics and accountability.</li></ul>Build an Exceptional Accounting Organization<ul><li>Recruit, develop and retain a high-performing accounting and payroll team.</li><li>Establish clear roles, responsibilities and performance expectations.</li><li>Create a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, collaboration and service to the business.</li></ul>
2026-10-09T00:00:00Z

Controller

Wesley Chapel, FL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 120000 USD / Yearly
We are seeking an experienced Controller to lead the accounting function and drive financial reporting, operational visibility, and process improvement. This individual will oversee the integrity of the financials, strengthen internal controls, and ensure timely, accurate reporting while providing meaningful insights to support business decisions. The ideal candidate combines strong technical accounting expertise with a hands-on, operational mindset and the ability to partner with leadership to improve profitability, manage working capital, and enhance overall financial performance. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead Financial Reporting & Close: Oversee the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, ensuring timely, accurate financial statements and reliable reporting.</li><li>Oversee Core Accounting Operations: Manage the general ledger and key accounting functions, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, accruals, payroll entries, and intercompany transactions.</li><li>Strengthen Accounting Controls: Establish and maintain best practices for account reconciliations, journal entries, supporting documentation, balance sheet integrity, and management review procedures.</li><li>Deliver Financial Insights: Prepare and present financial reporting and analysis for senior leadership, board stakeholders, lenders, and other business partners, highlighting key variances, performance trends, risks, and opportunities.</li><li>Oversee Project & Job-Cost Accounting: Manage job-cost reporting, work-in-progress (WIP) schedules, revenue recognition, and the review of project estimates, change orders, and billing positions, as applicable.</li><li>Improve Cash Flow & Working Capital: Monitor inventory, receivables, collections, payables, retainage, unbilled revenue, and other working capital drivers while supporting cash flow forecasting and financial planning.</li><li>Drive Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline accounting workflows, enhance financial systems, strengthen internal controls, and improve the efficiency and accuracy of reporting.</li></ul>This is a permanent position. If you are interested, please reach out to Zoe Slater.
2026-10-26T00:00:00Z

Controller

St. Petersburg, FL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
130000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
We are seeking a hands-on Controller to build and lead the finance and accounting function for a growing, privately held organization. This is an opportunity to establish scalable financial processes, strengthen internal controls, and serve as a key financial partner to executive leadership as the company enters an exciting phase of growth. Working closely with the CEO and leadership team, this individual will oversee financial reporting, forecasting, cash management, and accounting operations while helping develop the infrastructure needed to support future expansion. The ideal candidate is equally comfortable managing day-to-day accounting responsibilities and providing strategic financial insight. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead the development and continued improvement of the company's finance and accounting function, including financial reporting, internal controls, policies, and scalable processes.</li><li>Serve as a strategic financial partner to executive leadership, providing financial analysis, forecasting, and reporting to support business planning, capital allocation, and leadership decisions.</li><li>Develop and maintain cash flow projections, financial forecasts, and budgeting models to support business growth and operational planning.</li><li>Manage relationships with external accounting partners, ensuring accurate and timely monthly financial statements and reporting.</li><li>Oversee the month-end close process and maintain accurate, organized financial records in preparation for audits and other financial reviews.</li><li>Monitor cash flow and liquidity, evaluate financial risks, and proactively communicate potential funding needs and cash management considerations.</li><li>Establish and strengthen internal controls and accounting procedures as the organization grows.</li><li>Oversee financial administration, including banking relationships, insurance coordination, and other financial partnerships.</li><li>Provide financial oversight for major capital projects, including procurement coordination, accounts payable/receivable, purchase orders, invoice processing, and payment tracking against established budgets and milestones.</li><li>Monitor project expenditures against forecasts, investigate variances, and provide financial updates to leadership.</li><li>Help build out the accounting team over time, including identifying opportunities to delegate responsibilities and hiring additional accounting support as the business expands.</li></ul> This is a permanent position. If you are interested, please reach out to Zoe Slater.
2026-11-02T00:00:00Z

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