Plant Controller

Job Overview – Plant Controller – 34066

Our client is seeking a hands‑on, strategic Plant Controller to lead financial operations at their Hickory manufacturing facility. As a key member of a high‑growth organization, this role will partner closely with plant leadership to deliver financial insight, strengthen cost controls, and drive operational efficiency during a dynamic period of expansion.

$150,000 plus bonus

• Lead plant‑level financial reporting, forecasting, and variance analysis
• Drive the annual budgeting process and monthly forecast updates
• Develop and maintain key financial and operational performance metrics
• Partner with corporate accounting on month‑end close activities
• Maintain and analyze standard costs for materials, labor, and overhead
• Ensure accurate inventory valuation and monthly inventory reporting
• Oversee cycle counts, physical inventories, and inventory adjustments
• Identify and implement cost‑reduction and margin improvement opportunities
• Collaborate with plant leadership to support operational and strategic decision‑making
• Support capital investment planning and ROI analysis
• Drive initiatives to improve asset utilization, productivity, and overall plant performance
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, SOX, and internal control requirements
• Maintain ERP data integrity and support system enhancements
• Contribute to company‑wide forecasting, budgeting, and long‑range planning
• Support senior leadership on financial and strategic initiatives

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including manufacturing cost accounting
• Strong knowledge of cost accounting, manufacturing operations, and GAAP
• Advanced Excel skills
• ERP experience (JDE preferred)
• Strong analytical, communication, and business‑partnering skills
• Experience in a high‑growth manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated and progressive leadership experience

Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior Level

• We will notify you if you are selected as a candidate for this role. If not, but you fit our specializations, we'll consider you for future openings, and encourage you to apply for other Sherpa roles you're qualified for/interested in.
• Non‑Local Candidates:
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