We are looking for a Plant Controller to lead financial and operational oversight for our manufacturing site in Lorain, Ohio. This position partners closely with plant leadership to strengthen performance, support customer commitments, and guide sound business decisions across production, warehousing, and shared support activities. The role also contributes to local leadership discussions by aligning financial discipline with operational goals and maintaining accountability for site results.
Responsibilities:
- Direct financial and operational control for the warehouse and supporting business functions to ensure efficient site performance.
- Partner with production and leadership teams to improve output, control costs, and support reliable delivery for customers.
- Oversee manufacturing cost accounting activities, including standard costing, cost analysis, and ongoing review of plant performance drivers.
- Lead the month-end close process by preparing accurate financial results, reviewing variances, and communicating key insights to management.
- Develop budgets, forecasts, and performance reports that help leadership make informed operational and financial decisions.
- Coach and motivate cross-functional teams while promoting accountability, continuous improvement, and strong execution across the site.
- Participate in local management discussions to coordinate priorities across operations, finance, sales support, and product-related activities.
- Maintain appropriate financial governance, reporting accuracy, and authorized business signatory responsibilities for the U.S. entity.
- Demonstrated experience in manufacturing cost accounting.
- Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles, including standard cost accounting and variance analysis.
- Hands-on experience managing month-end close and preparing accurate financial reporting.
- Ability to translate operational data into meaningful financial insights and actionable recommendations.
- Proven leadership skills with the ability to drive accountability, engagement, and performance improvement.
- Proficiency with enterprise systems and financial tools, including experience in complex manufacturing environments.
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