Plant Controller

Staff Bright is working with a client to identify a skilled Plant Controller to join their team. In this role you will act as a strategic advisor to management by providing data‑driven financial insights, supporting key business decisions, and ensuring optimal cost control and performance monitoring. The ideal candidate is an analytical and collaborative finance professional with a strong background in controlling, budgeting, and financial planning who thrives in a dynamic, fast‑paced plant environment.

• Partner with management as a trusted advisor on all commercial and financial matters, driving data‑based decision‑making.
• Lead company planning, forecasting, and KPI tracking while analyzing deviations and implementing improvement measures.
• Oversee monthly closings, financial reporting, and management presentations, ensuring accuracy and transparency.
• Support quarterly and annual financial statements, including inventory valuation and ad‑hoc financial analyses.
• Develop business cases and process improvements to optimize performance and support strategic initiatives.

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• At least 8+ years of experience in controlling, finance, or accounting within automotive or manufacturing industry.
• Experience in an automotive or manufacturing plant is required.
• Strong background in costing and plant manufacturing accounting.
• Proven experience partnering with regional finance teams and supporting cross‑functional business decisions.
• Exceptional analytical, organizational, and communication skills with a hands‑on, detail‑oriented approach.
• Proficiency in SAP is highly preferred; strong ERP experience required.

• Benefits start Day 1, no waiting period.
• 401(k) with 4% company match.
• 3 weeks of PTO plus company paid holidays.

Staff Bright connects exceptional professionals with fulfilling opportunities in Finance, IT, Engineering, and Sales and Marketing. By partnering with industry‑leading organizations, we help accelerate careers while delivering outstanding results for our clients. At Staff Bright, we go beyond traditional staffing by fostering close collaboration with our clients, recruiters, and candidates to ensure talent needs are met efficiently. Our commitment to building long‑term relationships and driving success sets us apart as a trusted partner in the staffing industry.