Plant Controller
Job in
Muskegon, Muskegon County, Michigan, 49444, USA
Listed on 2026-03-12
Listing for:
The Challenge Machinery Company
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-03-12
Job specializations:
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Finance & Banking
Accounting Manager, Financial Reporting, Financial Analyst -
Accounting
Accounting Manager, Financial Reporting, Cost Accountant, Financial Analyst
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Job Description
Job Description
The Plant Controller oversees all financial operations, cost accounting, and budgeting in a manufacturing environment, acting as a key business partner to management to improve profitability and efficiency. They are responsible for monthly financial reporting, inventory valuation, internal controls, and variance analysis. Typically, this role requires a bachelor's degree in accounting/finance, 5+ years of experience, and strong ERP/Excel/QB skills.
Key Responsibilities and Duties- Financial Reporting & Analysis: Prepares monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, including balance sheets and income statements, ensuring GAAP compliance.
- Cost Accounting & Control: Manages inventory valuation, standard costing, and analyzes production cost variances (material, labor, overhead) to improve profitability.
- Budgeting & Forecasting: Leads the annual plant budget process, monthly forecasting, and capital expenditure planning.
- Operational Support: Partners with plant management to identify cost-reduction opportunities, monitor productivity, and optimize operational efficiency.
- Internal Controls & Compliance: Ensures strict adherence to corporate policies, internal controls, and regulatory requirements (e.g., SOX).
- Team Leadership: Supervises, mentors, and trains local accounting or finance staff.
Skills and Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent.
- Experience: Generally, 5-7+ years of accounting experience, ideally in a manufacturing environment.
- Technical
Skills:
Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., ECI Max) and advanced Microsoft Excel and QB skills. - Certifications: CPA or CMA (Certified Management Accountant) preferred.
- Soft Skills: Strong communication, analytical, and leadership abilities.
- Ownership mindset: you don’t wait to be told— you find the next best move.
- Organized and dependable: you execute high-quality work on time.
- Curious and improvement-driven: you test, learn, and refine.
- Collaborative: you work well with sales, production, and leadership without ego.
- Competitive pay (based on experience)
- Benefits (medical/dental/vision, 401(k), PTO)
- Growth and development opportunities in a high-performing, quality-driven organization
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