Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

About the Opportunity

A  leading global manufacturer in the metals and industrial sector is seeking a  dynamic Plant Controller to oversee all financial operations at a large-scale, high-performance production facility. This is a strategic leadership role for a hands-on finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and is passionate about driving operational excellence, profitability, and continuous improvement.

Position Overview

The  Plant Controller will serve as a key business partner to the Plant Manager and executive leadership team. This role is responsible for providing strategic financial guidance, ensuring compliance with GAAP and corporate controls, managing budgets and forecasts, and leading a high-performing finance team. The ideal candidate will have deep manufacturing experience and a proven ability to translate complex financial data into actionable business decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all plant-level financial activities, including reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Serve as a strategic partner to operations and senior leadership, providing insights to improve plant efficiency and profitability.
• Oversee month-end and year-end closing processes to ensure accurate, timely financial reporting.
• Maintain strong internal controls, ensuring compliance with corporate policies, SOX requirements, and GAAP standards.
• Develop and implement cost accounting systems, inventory valuation, and product cost analysis to support data-driven decision making.
• Prepare variance analysis reports and drive corrective actions to optimize plant performance.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance and accounting team.
• Support capital expenditure planning, financial modeling, and ROI analysis.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with corporate finance, operations, and supply chain leaders to align strategies and achieve financial targets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or CMA strongly preferred).
• 15+ years of progressive finance experience, including at least 5 years in a manufacturing plant controller or senior finance leadership role.
• Strong understanding of  cost accounting, variance analysis, and inventory management in a process-based manufacturing environment.
• Proficient in  ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Syteline, or similar) and advanced  Excel skills.
• Proven ability to lead teams, implement financial controls, and influence operational outcomes.
• Exceptional analytical, communication, and business partnering skills.

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary and performance-based bonus
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Career advancement opportunities within a global organization
• A results-driven, collaborative environment that values innovation and integrity

Company Description

Storm Search is an industry leading Accounting/Finance, Supply Chain Recruiting, IT, Manufacturing, and Engineering Search Firm specializing in Direct Hire, Contract, and Contract-to-Hire placements. Storm Search brokers candidates at the top of their game with organizations seeking simply the best talent on the market.

Top talent is challenging to land and Storm Search specializes in placing candidates that can alter the trajectory of an organization at the C-Suite, Staff, and Management tier. Storm Search understands that talent is not just a skill set, but an all-encompassing individual that meets and exceeds the expectations with skills and its cultural contributions.

Storm Search, your solution to smooth sailing.

Company Description

Storm Search is an industry leading Accounting/Finance, Supply Chain Recruiting, IT, Manufacturing, and Engineering Search Firm specializing in Direct Hire, Contract, and Contract-to-Hire placements. Storm Search brokers candidates at the top of their game with organizations seeking simply the best talent on the market. \r\n\r\nTop talent is challenging to land and Storm Search specializes in placing candidates that can alter the trajectory of an organization at the C-Suite, Staff, and Management tier. Storm Search understands that talent is not just a skill set, but an all-encompassing individual that meets and exceeds the expectations with skills and its cultural contributions.\r\n\r\nStorm Search, your solution to smooth sailing.

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