Plant Controller

Our client is driving innovation in manufacturing through precision, quality, and continuous improvement and they're looking for a Plant Controller who wants true ownership, influence, and the ability to shape the financial future of a major production facility. This is a rare opportunity to operate as the financial leader of a large plant, with the autonomy and visibility of running a standalone business. If you're energized by standardization, process improvement, and being part of a culture where your ideas are valued and acted on, this role offers the platform to make a measurable impact. What Makes This Opportunity Unique * Full ownership of plant financials: P&L, costing, controls, and performance * Direct partnership with the Plant Manager and leadership team * High visibility and influence on plant strategy and operational decisions * A culture that values continuous improvement, accountability, and collaboration * The chance to drive standardization and elevate financial processes across the plant Controller Responsibilities: * Serve as a strategic advisor to plant leadership, providing insights that shape daily decisions * Own plant P&L performance, identifying risks, opportunities, and corrective actions * Partner with operations to drive cost reduction, margin improvement, and productivity gains * Oversee month‑end close, forecasting, and reporting with accuracy and speed * Lead manufacturing variance analysis (labor, material, overhead) and translate insights into action * Drive the annual budgeting and long‑range planning process * Lead and maintain standard costing systems and cost visibility across the plant * Provide insight into manufacturing variances, inventory performance, and cost drivers * Support key decisions including make‑vs‑buy, CapEx investments, and product costing * Ensure GAAP compliance and strong internal controls * Partner with internal and external auditors * Drive continuous improvement in financial processes, systems, and reporting * Operate as a core member of the plant leadership team * Build strong cross‑functional relationships across finance and operations * Partner with shared services to ensure alignment and execution * Promote a culture of accountability, transparency, and performance Controller Education & Experience: * Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA/CMA strongly preferred) * 8-15 years of progressive finance experience in a manufacturing environment * Proven experience as a Plant Controller or equivalent plant finance leader * Expertise in: standard costing, variance analysis, inventory working capital management, budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning * Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Plex, Oracle, QAD, etc.) * Strong ability to partner with operations and influence decisions Location: Holland, Michigan Base Salary: $145,000-$165,000 #INJUN2026 #LI-MY1