Plant Controller
Bensley, VA
Permanent | On-Site
Full Relocation Assistance Available
We are seeking a hands-on Plant Controller to serve as the key finance leader for a 260-employee manufacturing facility. This is a highly visible role that offers the opportunity to partner directly with operations leadership to drive cost control, operational efficiency, and overall financial performance.
Reporting directly to the Plant Manager, the Plant Controller will be responsible for proactively managing plant costs, supporting forecasting and budgeting activities, analyzing manufacturing performance, and serving as a strategic business partner across the operation. The ideal candidate will be comfortable spending significant time on the production floor, understanding manufacturing processes firsthand, and helping operational leaders make informed business decisions.
Responsibilities of the Plant Controller:
โข Lead daily operational finance activities and participate in plant leadership meetings
โข Review prior-day operational and financial performance and help forecast upcoming production activity
โข Partner closely with operations, maintenance, and plant leadership to drive financial accountability
โข Monitor plant costs in real time and identify spending risks before month-end
โข Analyze manufacturing variances, production inefficiencies, overtime costs, contractor spending, and equipment-related expenses
โข Support annual budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes
โข Provide actionable financial insights to improve operational performance and profitability
โข Drive cost reduction initiatives and support major capital investment projects
โข Maintain a strong presence on the production floor to understand operational challenges and cost drivers firsthand
โข Lead and develop the Plant Accountant while fostering a collaborative finance environment
โข Serve as the primary finance business partner for site leadership and corporate finance teams
Requirements of the Plant Controller:
โข Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
โข Progressive manufacturing finance and plant accounting experience
โข Experience supporting manufacturing operations in a plant environment
โข Strong understanding of cost accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
โข Ability to partner effectively with operations leadership and influence decision-making
โข Hands-on leadership style with a willingness to engage directly with plant operations
โข Experience supporting a unionized manufacturing environment preferred
โข Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
โข Prior experience leading or mentoring accounting or finance staff preferred
Compensation: $155,000-$165,000 base salary
Bonus: 15%+ annual bonus opportunity
Compensation may vary based on experience, skills, and qualifications.
Please apply for immediate consideration!