Plant Controller

Own the Financial Performance of a $100M+ Manufacturing Operation People First. Safety is the Foundation. At Motus, we are driving innovation in manufacturing through precision, quality, and continuous improvement. We are seeking a high-impact Plant Controller to lead the financial performance of a $100M+ manufacturing facility, with the scope, visibility, and influence of running a standalone business. This facility plays a critical role in our operations and is a key driver of performance and growth. This is not a back-office accounting role—this position offers the opportunity to drive continued performance improvement and operational excellence within a key manufacturing site. This is a true business partner to operations, working side-by-side with the Plant Manager and broader plant leadership team to drive performance, challenge decisions, and deliver results. Why This Role Stands Out Operate as the financial leader of a $100M+ manufacturing operation, driving performance, accountability, and results Direct partnership with Plant Operations leadership, influencing key business decisions daily High-visibility role with the ability to shape plant strategy and financial outcomes Opportunity to make a measurable impact on profitability, cost structure, and operational performance Culture grounded in continuous improvement, accountability, and collaboration Responsibilities Drive Business Performance Act as a strategic advisor to plant leadership, delivering actionable financial insights that influence decision-making Own plant P&L performance — identifying risks, opportunities, and driving corrective actions Partner with operations to drive cost reduction, margin improvement, and productivity gains Lead Plant Financial Operations Own the month-end close, forecasting, and reporting processes with accuracy and speed Lead manufacturing variance analysis (labor, material, overhead) and translate insights into action Drive the annual budgeting and strategic planning process Own Costing & Manufacturing Finance Lead and maintain standard costing systems and cost visibility across the plant Provide insight into manufacturing variances, inventory performance, and key cost drivers impacting profitability Support critical decisions including make vs. buy, capital investments (CapEx), and program/product costing Ensure GAAP compliance and strong internal controls Partner with internal and external auditors Drive continuous improvement in financial processes, systems, and reporting Lead Through Influence Operate as a key member of the plant leadership team, influencing cross-functional decisions Build strong cross-functional relationships across finance, operations, and plant teams Partner with shared services (AP/AR, etc.) to ensure alignment and execution Drive a culture of accountability, transparency, and performance Minimum Skills and Experience You Bring to Motus Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance (CPA/CMA strongly preferred) 5-7 years of progressive finance experience in a manufacturing environment Standard costing and manufacturing variance analysis Inventory and working capital management Budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning #J-18808-Ljbffr