Plant Controller

Location: Flint, Michigan

Position Type: Direct Hire Opportunity

Salary: $170,000 annually

Position Overview

Reliance One, Inc. is partnering with an established manufacturing organization seeking an experienced Plant Controller to support financial operations at one of its production facilities. The Plant Controller will work closely with plant leadership to drive financial performance, improve cost visibility, and support operational decision-making. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing accounting, cost analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting, along with the ability to collaborate effectively across multiple departments.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the monthly financial close process, ensuring timely and accurate reporting, account reconciliations, and analysis of financial results.
• Assist with the preparation and management of annual operating budgets, financial forecasts, and ongoing performance projections.
• Monitor manufacturing costs, including direct labor, materials, overhead, and production variances.
• Partner with plant operations, production, and supply chain teams to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve profitability.
• Maintain and analyze standard costing structures, inventory valuations, and manufacturing-related financial transactions.
• Prepare financial reports, operational performance metrics, and variance analyses to support management decisions.
• Support inventory management processes, including physical inventory counts, reconciliations, and internal controls.
• Assist with financial audits, regulatory compliance, and the implementation of accounting policies and procedures.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial processes, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency.
• Provide guidance and support to accounting personnel while promoting consistency and accountability within the finance function.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• At least five years of progressive accounting or finance experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of cost accounting, standard costing, inventory management, and financial reporting.
• Experience supporting monthly close activities, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Working knowledge of ERP systems and manufacturing accounting processes.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial results and communicate findings to operational leadership.
• Experience with internal controls, audit preparation, and general accounting principles.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a collaborative, hands-on approach.
• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience preferred.
• CPA, CMA, or an advanced degree is a plus.

Apply today to be considered for this Plant Controller opportunity in Flint, Michigan.

Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) Statement

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