Job Description
Job Title- Assistant Plant Controller
Location- 100% Onsite Role
Pay Range- $45-53/hr.
Duration- 6 months Contract + Extension
Top 3 Required Skills:
- Manufacturing accounting and cost control
- ERP and advanced Excel proficiency
- Financial analysis and reporting
Must-Have Skills:
- 5+ years’ experience as an Assistant Plant Controller in a manufacturing environment Strong knowledge of US GAAP and compliance standards
- Proficiency with ERP systems (PeopleSoft, SAP, Epicor preferred)
- Advanced skills in Excel, PowerPoint, and forecasting tools (Khalix/Longview preferred)
- Proven ability to analyze variances, manage costs, and prepare accurate financial reports
Key Responsibilities and Duties:
- Ensure compliance with GAAP, corporate policies, and local regulations. Manage month-end closing, maintain general ledger accuracy, and ensure timely financial reporting.
- Lead standard cost setting, job variance analysis, and inventory cost management.
- Support budget preparation, forecasting, and five-year financial planning.
- Monitor departmental spending, analyze expense variances, and assist in cost control initiatives.
- Prepare and review account reconciliations, SOX tasks, and quarterly SEC & tax reporting. Provide financial analysis for capital projects, cost reduction, and operational improvements.
- Support the Plant Controller with ad hoc analysis and financial presentations.
- Validate and communicate financial results to division and corporate management.
- Drive finance process improvements and strengthen internal controls.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration strongly preferred (relevant experience may substitute).
- 5–10 years of experience in manufacturing finance or cost accounting.
- Proven success as an Assistant Plant Controller with strong ERP and analytical expertise.