Spherion Staffing and Recruiting NE Georgia
Plant Controller
Spherion Staffing and Recruiting NE Georgia, New York, New York, United States
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Base pay range $130,000.00/yr - $150,000.00/yr
Vice President of Operations Spherion Staffing & Recruiting Position Summary:
The Plant Controller is a key member of the plant leadership team, responsible for overseeing all financial and accounting activities at the manufacturing facility. This role acts as a strategic business partner to the Plant Manager, providing financial guidance, cost control insights, and operational analysis to support business objectives and improve plant performance.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead all plant-level financial functions, including budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and reporting.
Partner with plant leadership to drive operational performance and cost improvements.
Oversee the accuracy of inventory accounting, product costing (standard, actual, and variance analysis), and capital expenditures.
Ensure compliance with corporate accounting policies, US GAAP/IFRS, internal controls (SOX, if applicable), and local statutory regulations.
Develop and maintain cost accounting systems to support decision-making in areas such as pricing, inventory valuation, and cost reduction initiatives.
Analyze production efficiency, waste, scrap, downtime, and yield to support continuous improvement initiatives.
Monitor and control working capital, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, and inventory levels.
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and plant performance reports.
Support audits (internal and external) and ensure timely resolution of any findings.
Lead and develop a small team of finance professionals (if applicable).
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance required.
5+ years of progressive experience in financial roles, with at least 2–3 years in a
manufacturing environment.
Strong knowledge of cost accounting, inventory management, and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Global Shop, JD Edwards).
Solid understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, and variance analysis.
Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
Ability to work cross-functionally and influence at all levels of the organization.
High attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines.
Familiarity with standard costing and manufacturing KPIs.
Preferred Skills:
MBA/Masters CPA/CMA preferred
On-site at the manufacturing facility.
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Health insurance (Paid 100% for Employee)
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Industries: Manufacturing and Fabricated Metal Products
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Spherion Staffing and Recruiting NE Georgia provided pay range This range is provided by Spherion Staffing and Recruiting NE Georgia. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $130,000.00/yr - $150,000.00/yr
Vice President of Operations Spherion Staffing & Recruiting Position Summary:
The Plant Controller is a key member of the plant leadership team, responsible for overseeing all financial and accounting activities at the manufacturing facility. This role acts as a strategic business partner to the Plant Manager, providing financial guidance, cost control insights, and operational analysis to support business objectives and improve plant performance.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead all plant-level financial functions, including budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and reporting.
Partner with plant leadership to drive operational performance and cost improvements.
Oversee the accuracy of inventory accounting, product costing (standard, actual, and variance analysis), and capital expenditures.
Ensure compliance with corporate accounting policies, US GAAP/IFRS, internal controls (SOX, if applicable), and local statutory regulations.
Develop and maintain cost accounting systems to support decision-making in areas such as pricing, inventory valuation, and cost reduction initiatives.
Analyze production efficiency, waste, scrap, downtime, and yield to support continuous improvement initiatives.
Monitor and control working capital, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, and inventory levels.
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and plant performance reports.
Support audits (internal and external) and ensure timely resolution of any findings.
Lead and develop a small team of finance professionals (if applicable).
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance required.
5+ years of progressive experience in financial roles, with at least 2–3 years in a
manufacturing environment.
Strong knowledge of cost accounting, inventory management, and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Global Shop, JD Edwards).
Solid understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, and variance analysis.
Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
Ability to work cross-functionally and influence at all levels of the organization.
High attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines.
Familiarity with standard costing and manufacturing KPIs.
Preferred Skills:
MBA/Masters CPA/CMA preferred
On-site at the manufacturing facility.
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Health insurance (Paid 100% for Employee)
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Industries: Manufacturing and Fabricated Metal Products
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