Plant Controller

Senior Talent Recruiter @ Southwire Company

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal‑clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools and jobsite power and lighting solutions.

The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value‑add partner. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement and unlimited growth opportunities. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developing innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the well‑being of the communities in which we work and live.

How will you power what’s possible?

Job Summary

The Controller plays a critical role in the financial management of manufacturing operations leading financial oversight, cost control and analysis, budgeting and forecasting, internal controls and compliance, and cross‑functional collaboration. Controllers ensure cost‑effectiveness, profitability, and compliance while supporting strategic decision‑making of the manufacturing site. This role bridges finance and operations, collaborating with production teams, procurement and plant management to optimize processes and maintain financial health.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitors and analyzes financial performance, identifying variances and reporting deviations to management
• Prepares detailed financial reports and conducts management financial review
• Ensures compliance with financial regulations and standards
• Monitors production costs and implements cost‑saving measures and strategies
• Prepares and manages budgets for capital projects
• Forecasts financial performance and develops annual financial plans
• Conducts financial audits and assessments
• Provides guidance on financial best practices
• Ensures accuracy of financial position and reporting through timely completion of account reconciliations
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

Required Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree:
  Accounting or Finance
• Years of
  
  Experience:
  
  8‑11 Years

Preferred Education & Experience

• Master’s Degree: MPAcc or MBA in Accounting or Finance
• Years of
  
  Experience:
  
  12‑14 Years
• Certificates/Licenses: CPA, CMA, CGMA or equivalent professional certification

Spans of Control

Does this role manage Southwire Team Members:
No

Travel

None

Physical Requirements

• Standing – 15% of time
• Sitting – 70% of time
• Walking – 15% of time

Working Conditions

• Office
• Plant/Warehouse Floor

Equipment

• Computer/Keyboard
• Safety Glasses
• Safety Shoes
• Safety Vest

Action Oriented

Balances Stakeholders

Customer Focus

Nimble Learning

Plans and Aligns

Skills

• Budgeting
• Cost Management
• Data Reporting
• Data Synthesis
• Forecasting
• Operational Auditing
• Regulatory Compliance
• Strategic Planning
• Variance Analysis

Benefits We Offer

• 401k with Matching
• Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Long & Short‑Term Disability
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
• More

Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

• Associate

• Full‑time

• Finance and Accounting/Auditing
• Industries:
  Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing and Manufacturing

Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.