Plant Controller
Plant Controller
Position Overview
This role is responsible for financial accounting and operational reporting for the division in accordance with GAAP and applicable regulatory/advisory standards. The Controller provides leadership over the accounting function, assigning responsibilities and training, monitoring, and improving the performance of reporting staff. The role manages a team of approximately 7 accounting employees and reports directly to the CFO.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage operational expenses through the division's accounting functions, ensuring accurate and timely financial management reports, production reporting, KPIs, and scorecards
- Oversee bills of materials (BOM) and standards
- Maintain accurate Live Ag and Variance P&Ls
- Manage fixed assets and capital spending processes
- Participate in monthly and year-end financial closing, including maintenance and reconciliation of the general ledger; analyze and report monthly financial results to management per required format and timing
- Provide a standard costing system and ensure accuracy of physical inventory and reported values
- Manage and participate in inventory reconciliation
- Oversee disbursement activities, including accounts payable, purchase orders, petty cash, employee expense reports, cash control, and division payroll tax compliance
- Implement and enforce financial reporting and accounting procedures and schedules
- Establish and maintain internal controls that verify the integrity of systems, processes, and data
- Participate in the budget and forecasting process, providing insight and financial reporting as required
- Ensure division income tax compliance and appropriate application of tax codes
- Document and understand the ERP system; ensure accurate utilization across the organization
- Assess risk and liability through audits and compliance activities with external auditors and agencies
- Maintain current knowledge of industry trends and regulations to ensure ongoing compliance
- Respond to the CFO as assigned with accurate, timely work
- Manage accounting staff (approximately 7 employees), including hiring, training, planning and assigning work, performance management, and resolving employee issues
- Perform special projects and other related duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent
- 5+ years of financial accounting experience, including consumer products industry experience; food/protein industry experience required
- Solid system knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics/Navision or other ERP systems
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate across all levels of the organization
- Strong technical and analytical skills, sound judgment, and a strong operational focus
- Demonstrated ability to manage and develop staff
- Well-organized, self-directed, and able to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
- CPA preferred
Benefits
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Highly Competitive Compensation Package ($100-150k DOE)
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401k Retirement
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Holiday, Sick Pay, PTO Package
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Opportunity to join a longstanding leader in the food manufacturing industry
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Positive Workplace Culture, Team Dynamics
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Career growth opportunities
- For this position, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa. This job was first posted by CyberCoders on 07/20/2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed.Everforth CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, status as a crime victim, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring process includes AI screening for keywords and minimum qualifications, and a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. A human recruiter reviews all results. Click here for details on our virtual recruiter . Everforth CyberCoders will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local law, including but not limited to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. Everforth CyberCoders is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. Individuals needing special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment can contact a member of our Human Resources team at
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