Plant Controller

Plant Controller

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Plant Controller to serve as the financial leader for our manufacturing facility. This individual will play a key role in supporting plant operations by providing financial insight, driving cost improvement initiatives, and ensuring the accuracy of plant financial reporting. The ideal candidate will have experience in manufacturing finance, cost accounting, inventory management, and business partnering with operational leadership teams. This is a great opportunity for someone with years of Cost Accountant experience to progress into a Controller role.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the primary finance partner for plant leadership, providing financial guidance to support operational and strategic decision-making.
• Analyze manufacturing costs, labor utilization, overhead spending, and production efficiencies to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities for the facility.
• Prepare and present financial performance reports, dashboards, and key operational metrics.
• Manage product costing, standard cost updates, inventory valuation, and inventory control processes.
• Monitor manufacturing variances and provide actionable recommendations to improve profitability and operational performance.
• Support annual budgeting, monthly forecasting, and long-term financial planning initiatives.
• Oversee capital project financial tracking, fixed assets, and depreciation reporting.
• Partner with operations, supply chain, and production teams to improve inventory management and working capital performance.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, internal controls, and accounting standards.
• Coordinate audit activities and assist with SOX compliance requirements.
• Mentor and develop plant accounting personnel while fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 8+ years of accounting and finance experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Previous experience in a Plant Controller, Manufacturing Controller, Accounting Manager, or similar leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of cost accounting, inventory accounting, standard costing, and manufacturing KPIs.
• Experience supporting plant operations through financial analysis and performance reporting.
• Advanced Excel skills with the ability to analyze large data sets.
• Experience working within ERP systems; Oracle experience is a plus.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the organization.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA and/or CMA certification.
• Experience supporting multi-site manufacturing operations.
• Experience in lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, or operational finance initiatives.
• Proven ability to drive cost savings and process improvements.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to partner directly with plant leadership and make a visible impact on business performance.
• Growing manufacturing operation with new production lines and expansion initiatives.
• Leadership role with the ability to influence operational and financial strategy.
• Collaborative environment focused on continuous improvement and employee development.

This is a Permanent position based out of Morristown, TN.

The pay range for this position is $57.69 - $67.31/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Morristown,TN.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 4, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.