Plant Controller

Aston Carter is partnering with a client to hire a Plant Controller for a fully on-site role within a manufacturing environment. This individual contributor position requires 5–10+ years of strong general ledger accounting experience , along with hands-on experience in manufacturing , specifically within parts manufacturing . A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required. The ideal candidate will be a detail-oriented professional capable of managing plant-level financial operations without direct reports. The position offers a target salary around $125,000 , with flexibility for highly experienced candidates, along with a strong benefits package that includes an HSA with company contributions , FSA , 401(k) with a 100% match on the first 3% and 50% on the next 2% , and employee discounts. This is a great opportunity for an experienced accounting professional seeking a stable, in-office role with solid compensation and benefits. Job Description The Controller is responsible for leading the on-site accounting function within a manufacturing environment, with a focus on financial accuracy, cost efficiency, and operational support. This role emphasizes cost accounting, financial reporting, and continuous process improvement to support plant operations and leadership. The Controller will develop and maintain cost models, support month-end close and forecasting activities, and provide financial insights to leadership while ensuring alignment with internal controls and quality standards. Responsibilities Identify and support cost savings initiatives aimed at reducing material and labor inefficiencies through cost accounting methodologies Analyze production costs and recommend actions to improve operational efficiency and reduce expenses Develop and maintain cost models to determine actual product costs using bill of materials, production data, and pricing inputs Prepare cost estimates for new or custom products to support pricing decisions and forecasting Compile and analyze manufacturing cost data for payroll allocation, inventory tracking, and variance analysis Calculate burden rates and assist in establishing departmental budgets Support development and maintenance of systems used to track and allocate product and service costs Ensure accurate cost allocation across functions to support reporting and decision-making Classify costs across labor, materials, and overhead categories for analysis and reporting Support compliance with internal policies, procedures, and operational standards Participate in the month-end close process to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting Partner with plant leadership to provide financial analysis and insights for decision-making Assist with new business quoting activities, including cost analysis and pricing support Support compensation-related calculations such as incentives and bonus programs Collaborate with finance leadership on reporting, forecasting, and planning activities Ensure account reconciliations are completed accurately and support financial statement preparation Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience within a manufacturing environment Strong knowledge of general accounting principles and cost accounting practices Experience with cost modeling, variance analysis, and financial reporting Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills Ability to work cross-functionally with operations and leadership teams Preferred Qualifications Experience developing cost models based on production and material inputs Background in budgeting, forecasting, and operational financial support Familiarity with operational or quality compliance frameworks Experience supporting plant leadership with financial insights and analysis Ability to drive process improvements and manage multiple priorities Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Oklahoma City, OK. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $120,000.00 - $140,000.00/yr. company benefits provided Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Oklahoma City, OK. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 27, 2026. About Aston Carter Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service. 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