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Plant Controller

Hartwell, GA · On-site

$99K - $123K/yr

The Controller will act as a strategic business partner to operations while ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with corporate and accounting standards. Key Responsibilities

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Plant Controller

Hartwell, GA · On-site

$99K - $123K/yr

The Controller will act as a strategic business partner to operations while ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with corporate and accounting standards. Key Responsibilities

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What is the difference between Operations Accounting Controller vs Financial Analyst?

AspectOperations Accounting ControllerFinancial Analyst
CredentialsCPA or equivalent, accounting degreeFinance or accounting degree, certifications like CFA (optional)
Work EnvironmentAccounting departments, finance teams within organizationsFinance departments, investment firms, corporate finance teams
Employer & Industry UsageUsed across industries for financial oversight and complianceCommon in finance, investment, and corporate sectors for analysis and reporting

The Operations Accounting Controller primarily manages accounting operations, ensuring compliance and accurate financial reporting. In contrast, a Financial Analyst focuses on analyzing financial data to support decision-making. While both roles require strong financial knowledge and certifications like CPA, their daily tasks and focus areas differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Operations Accounting Controller job openings in Georgia as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution.

Plant Controller

Hartwell, GA • On-site

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$99K - $123K/yr

Full-time

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Job description

A leading Tier 1 automotive supplier is seeking a Plant Controller to join their team at the manufacturing facility near Anderson, SC. This position will play a key role in supporting plant leadership through financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and business decision support.
The Controller will act as a strategic business partner to operations while ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with corporate and accounting standards.
Key Responsibilities
  • Partner with plant leadership to provide financial analysis and recommendations that support business decisions.
  • Lead plant-level budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting activities.
  • Analyze manufacturing performance, costs, productivity, and profitability.
  • Prepare monthly variance analyses, including production output, material usage, scrap, labor, and operational costs.
  • Support monthly and annual financial closing activities.
  • Develop contribution margin, profitability, and financial simulation analyses.
  • Identify opportunities for process improvements, cost reductions, and operational efficiencies.
  • Monitor financial performance and provide actionable recommendations to improve results.
  • Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting procedures, and US GAAP requirements.
  • Support the continuous improvement and automation of financial reporting and controlling processes.
  • Prepare ad hoc analyses and presentations for management as needed.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field.
  • 3+ years of experience in manufacturing finance, plant controlling, or cost accounting.
  • Automotive manufacturing experience required.
  • Experience with budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and variance analysis.
  • Strong understanding of plant operations, production costs, and manufacturing KPIs.
  • Knowledge of US GAAP and internal control processes.
  • Advanced Excel skills and strong proficiency with financial systems and reporting tools.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Ability to work cross-functionally with operations, accounting, and leadership teams.
  • Detail-oriented with a proactive and solution-driven mindset.

Why Join?
  • Opportunity to join a stable and growing Tier 1 automotive supplier.
  • High visibility role with direct exposure to plant and executive leadership.
  • Ability to influence operational and financial performance through data-driven decision making.
  • Collaborative manufacturing environment with opportunities for professional growth.
  • Competitive compensation package including bonus potential and comprehensive benefits.
  • Play a key role in driving profitability, efficiency, and continuous improvement initiatives across the plant.

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