What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plant Controller position at Brilliant Financial Search - IL?
Job Description
Job Description
Plant Controller | $115,000 to $130,000 Bonus | Health / Vision / Dental | 401k | PTO
As the Plant Controller, you will be a key business partner to plant management, responsible for all financial planning, reporting, and analysis to support decision-making and improve operational efficiency. You will lead the plant’s accounting function, ensuring compliance with GAAP and company policies, while driving initiatives to optimize costs and improve profitability.
Key Responsibilities :
- Oversee all plant accounting functions, including general ledger, cost accounting, inventory management, and fixed assets.
- Develop and manage financial budgets, forecasts, and performance reports, providing actionable insights to plant leadership.
- Analyze variances between actual and standard costs, identifying trends and opportunities for cost improvement.
- Ensure compliance with GAAP, SOX, and internal controls, maintaining a strong financial governance framework.
- Partner with operations to support strategic initiatives, including process improvements, capital projects, and cost reduction programs.
- Lead month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of financial statements.
- Prepare and present financial reports and analyses to plant management and corporate leadership.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support operational goals and drive efficiencies.
- Manage and mentor the plant’s accounting team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
Qualifications :
Why Join?
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Company Description
Brilliant is an award-winning direct-hire, contract and consulting practice specializing in accounting, finance and technology for the Midwest and Southeast regions of the U.S. Many of Brilliant’s team members include former accounting, finance and technology professionals who are experts in the fields.
Company Description
Brilliant is an award-winning direct-hire, contract and consulting practice specializing in accounting, finance and technology for the Midwest and Southeast regions of the U.S. Many of Brilliant’s team members include former accounting, finance and technology professionals who are experts in the fields.
Salary : $115,000 - $130,000
