What are the responsibilities and job description for the (Plant) Controller position at StaffBright?
Our client is seeking an experienced Plant Controller to oversee all financial operations at their facility. This key role will be responsible for managing budgeting, forecasting, cost analysis, and financial reporting to ensure operational efficiency and fiscal accountability.
What You Will Be Doing
What We Need From You
All-Star Skillset
The Perks
StaffBright - Who We Are
StaffBright connects exceptional professionals with fulfilling opportunities in Finance, IT, Engineering, and Sales and Marketing. By partnering with industry-leading organizations, we help accelerate careers while delivering outstanding results for our clients. At StaffBright, we go beyond traditional staffing by fostering close collaboration with our clients, recruiters, and candidates to ensure talent needs are met efficiently. Our commitment to building long-term relationships and driving success sets us apart as a trusted partner in the staffing industry.
What You Will Be Doing
- Collaborate with plant leadership to develop annual budgets, forecasts, and monthly financial reporting packages, while advising on economic strategies and operational adjustments aligned with corporate goals and tax regulations.
- Oversee core financial functions including payroll, accounts payable, capital project tracking, fixed asset management, depreciation, and audit preparation.
- Ensure compliance with internal controls and regulatory requirements by preparing financial reports for audits and government agencies.
- Lead, train, and manage the plant accounting team while coordinating closely with the CFO, Plant Manager, Operations Controller, and cross-functional stakeholders
What We Need From You
- 5 years of experience in a Controller role with a strong command of financial reporting and analysis.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment, with expertise in Cost Accounting, General Accounting, Auditing, and Data Processing.
- Hands-on, proactive leadership style with a strong presence on the manufacturing floor and a commitment to operational engagement.
- Ability to collaborate across departments and translate financial insights into actionable recommendations for plant operations.
All-Star Skillset
- Experience with QAD ERP systems is a strong plus.
- Background in the automotive industry highly preferred.
- Proven ability to navigate fast-paced, detail-driven manufacturing environments.
The Perks
- Health Benefits
- 401(k) Match
- Health Incentive:
- Relocation Support
StaffBright - Who We Are
StaffBright connects exceptional professionals with fulfilling opportunities in Finance, IT, Engineering, and Sales and Marketing. By partnering with industry-leading organizations, we help accelerate careers while delivering outstanding results for our clients. At StaffBright, we go beyond traditional staffing by fostering close collaboration with our clients, recruiters, and candidates to ensure talent needs are met efficiently. Our commitment to building long-term relationships and driving success sets us apart as a trusted partner in the staffing industry.
