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Description

We are looking for an experienced Plant Controller to join our team in Livermore, California. In this role, you will serve as a key business partner, working closely with cross-functional teams to drive financial performance, ensure sound financial planning, and provide critical insights to support decision-making. This position requires a hands-on approach to managing budgets, analyzing financial data, and identifying opportunities for growth and operational improvements.

Responsibilities:

+ Lead financial planning and forecasting processes, including quarterly, annual, and long-range plans aligned with strategic goals; collaborate with local teams to ensure accurate, detailed, and actionable budgets.

+ Partner with Sales to develop proactive growth strategies and long-term planning; perform client profitability analysis (revenue, pricing, cost, margin) and advise on new customer contracts.

+ Ensure timely and accurate monthly financial reporting; analyze P& L, identify inefficiencies, and recommend cost-saving, quality, and operational improvements.

+ Perform detailed analyses on product manufacturing costs, project expenses, and ROI; interpret trends and results to identify opportunities for improved profitability, working capital, and asset depreciation.

+ Manage inventory controls and ensure accurate financial reporting; partner with cross-functional teams on process improvements and cost-saving initiatives.

+ Prepare and deliver presentations, reports, and key performance metrics for both local management and executive leadership.

Requirements

+ 8+ years of financial leadership experience, ideally within a manufacturing setting, with a strong emphasis on process improvement.

+ Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field required.

+ Collaborative and hands-on leadership style with strong business acumen; comfortable engaging across all organizational levels.

+ Proficient in accounting systems, with preference for experience in Great Plains and financial analysis tools.

+ Solid background in cost accounting within a manufacturing environment.

Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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