Head of Manufacturing Accounting

A well-established, privately held manufacturing organization is seeking a Cost Accounting Supervisor/Plant Controller to lead all financial operations for its facility. This role reports into senior finance leadership and serves as a key business partner to plant operations, driving cost visibility, operational efficiency, and financial discipline across the site.

True ownership of the plant P&L

Direct partnership with operations and executive leadership

Open due to growth and leadership need at the plant

Own all plant-level financials, including P&L, inventory, and COGS

Lead standard costing, cost roll-ups, and variance analysis (materials, labor, overhead, yield)

Oversee inventory accounting , including raw materials, WIP, and finished goods

Drive accurate accounting for batch production, yield, scrap, and spoilage

Lead month-end close, including journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations

Partner closely with plant leadership to deliver actionable financial insights

Lead budgeting, forecasting, and KPI development for the plant

Manage and develop a small accounting team

Proven experience owning a full P&L at the plant or business unit level

Strong background in standard costing and Bill of Materials (BOMs)

Deep understanding of inventory, COGS, and cost accounting in a manufacturing setting

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