• Controller

    Robert Half Finance & Accounting (Waterbury, CT)


    Description

    Job Title: Plant Controller

     

    Position Type: Full Time/Permanent Position

     

    Recruiter Contact: Sal Fiorillo - Sal.Fiorillo@RobertHalf

     

    Reference: SF0013295484

     

    Compensation: $120,000 - $140,000 + Bonus

     

    We are seeking a Plant Controller to oversee all financial and accounting activities at a manufacturing facility. This role will be a key business partner to plant leadership, providing accurate reporting, maintaining strong controls, and delivering insights to improve efficiency and profitability. The Plant Controller will be hands-on in daily plant finance operations while also supporting long-term planning.

    Main Responsibilities

    + Manage day-to-day accounting functions at the plant, including general ledger, inventory, payables, receivables, and payroll.

    + Partner with plant leadership to monitor financial performance, review KPIs, and provide insights that drive operational improvements.

    + Lead plant-level financial reporting, including month-end close, variance analysis, and performance reviews.

    + Oversee cost accounting processes, including product costing, inventory valuation, and margin analysis.

    + Support the plant budget and forecast cycle, ensuring alignment with corporate requirements.

    + Maintain a strong control environment and ensure compliance with US GAAP and company policies.

    + Review and track capital spending projects, ensuring proper approvals and adherence to budget.

    + Provide guidance and support to the plant team on financial and operational matters.

    + Identify and implement process improvements and best practices to strengthen accuracy and efficiency.

    + Remain aware of external trends and cost drivers that impact plant operations.

    Requirements:

    + BS in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

    + 5+ years of accounting/finance experience in a manufacturing environment.

    + Strong knowledge of cost accounting, standard costing, and inventory management.

    + Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.

    + Ability to work hands-on while also serving as a key partner to plant leadership.

    + Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

    + ERP system experience preferred.

     

    If you meet the minimum requirements and want to learn more about this opportunity, please email your resume to Sal Fiorillo at the email referenced above.

     

    All inquiries are confidential. Please note at Robert Half we never present your background to a client company without your permission.

    Requirements

    Requirements:

    + BS in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

    + 5+ years of accounting/finance experience in a manufacturing environment.

    + Strong knowledge of cost accounting, standard costing, and inventory management.

    + Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.

    + Ability to work hands-on while also serving as a key partner to plant leadership.

    + Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

    + ERP system experience preferred.

     

    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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