Controller

Connect Search is partnering with a global manufacturing organization to identify a Senior Manufacturing Controller for its Oklahoma facility. This strategic leadership role serves as the primary financial business partner to plant operations, providing financial oversight, cost accounting expertise, operational analysis, and leadership of the plant accounting function. Key Responsibilities Lead all plant finance and accounting activities, including cost accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls. Partner closely with plant leadership to drive operational performance and profitability. Analyze manufacturing costs, inventory, labor, and overhead variances to identify opportunities for improvement. Own monthly financial close, performance reporting, and financial review processes. Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and governance requirements. Support inventory management, audits, and continuous process improvements. Mentor and develop plant finance staff while fostering strong relationships across operations and executive leadership. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related field (MBA preferred). 7+ years of manufacturing finance, plant controlling, or cost accounting experience. Prior leadership or supervisory experience within a manufacturing environment. Strong knowledge of cost accounting, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and inventory accounting. Experience with ERP systems and advanced Excel skills; Power BI experience preferred. Solid understanding of GAAP, internal controls, and manufacturing operations. Excellent communication, analytical, and business partnering skills. Why Consider This Opportunity? Key leadership role with direct impact on plant performance and business strategy. Opportunity to partner with executive and operational leadership teams. Stable, growing global organization with a collaborative culture. If interested in learning more about this confidential opportunity contact Jesseca McCalla at View phone number on click.appcast.io or email your resume directly to View email address on click.appcast.io . #J-18808-Ljbffr Connect Search, LLC