Plant Controller
- $120,000 - $150,000
- Cheverly, MD
Finance leader with manufacturing experience / Generous pay + benefits
A bit about us:
The Plant Controller is a key member of the plant leadership team, responsible for overseeing all financial operations at the manufacturing site. This role ensures accurate financial reporting, cost control, budgeting, forecasting, and compliance with internal policies and external regulations. The ideal candidate will be a proactive business partner to operations, capable of translating financial insights into actionable strategies that drive plant performance and profitability.
Why join us?
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- 401k with company match
- Generous PTO
- HSA
- Annual performance bonus
Job Details
Key Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
- Lead all plant-level accounting functions, including general ledger, cost accounting, inventory control, and financial reporting.
- Prepare and distribute weekly, monthly, and quarterly financial reports with insightful commentary on variances and trends.
- Partner with plant leadership to develop annual budgets and rolling forecasts.
- Analyze manufacturing variances and provide recommendations to improve cost efficiency.
- Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and corporate policies.
- Support SAP (S/4HANA) implementation and ongoing ERP optimization.
- Supervise and develop plant accounting staff, including performance management and training.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (operations, supply chain, HR) to support strategic initiatives and continuous improvement.
- Monitor and manage inventory accuracy, waste reduction, and cost-saving opportunities.
- Serve as the financial liaison between the plant and corporate finance.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or MBA preferred).
- Minimum 5–7 years of progressive accounting/finance experience, with at least 3 years in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong knowledge of cost accounting, inventory management, and financial analysis.
- Proficiency in SAP (S/4HANA strongly preferred) and advanced Excel skills.
- Experience in food, beverage, or CPG manufacturing is highly desirable.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work onsite full-time and thrive in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.