Job Description

Our client is a multi Billion international automotive supplier that has an immediate need at their Spartanburg plant for a Plant Controller. This is a 600 person plant-Automotive background is highly preferred. Would prefer the person be able to speak Spanish and English but is not mandatory.  

The Plant Controller is a financial leadership role within a manufacturing facility, responsible for overseeing all aspects of plant-level accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, cost analysis, and ensuring compliance with company policies and regulations, while collaborating with plant management to optimize operations and drive profitability .  

Key responsibilities of a Plant Controller include:

• Financial Reporting:

  Preparing and analyzing comprehensive financial statements for the plant, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements, to monitor performance against budget and identify areas for improvement.  

   

• Budgeting and Forecasting:

  Developing and managing the plant's annual budget, forecasting future financial performance, and providing regular updates to plant leadership.  

   

• Cost Analysis:

  Analyzing production costs, material consumption, labor expenses, and overhead to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve operational efficiency.  

   

• Inventory Management:

  Monitoring inventory levels of raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods to ensure accuracy and prevent stockouts or excess inventory.  

   

• Internal Controls:

  Implementing and maintaining robust internal controls to safeguard assets and ensure compliance with accounting standards (GAAP).  

   

• Compliance:

  Ensuring adherence to all applicable local, state, and federal regulations regarding financial reporting and tax compliance.  

   

• Audit Support:

  Collaborating with internal and external auditors to facilitate smooth audit processes.  

   

• Team Leadership:

  Leading and supervising a team of accounting professionals within the plant, including payroll and accounts payable/receivable functions.  

   

• Business Partnering:

  Actively collaborating with plant managers to provide financial insights and recommendations to support strategic decision-making.  

   

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Proven experience in manufacturing accounting and cost analysis

• Expertise in financial reporting and budgeting

• Excellent communication skills

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