Plant Controller – Irwindale, CA

$115,000 - $140,000 + 20% Bonus Potential

We’re partnering with a leading global manufacturer to find a Plant Controller to join their team in Irwindale, California . This high-impact role involves driving financial performance, providing strategic guidance, and leading cost and general accounting functions.

Benefits: Medical, Health Savings Account, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance + more

Job Type: Direct Hire

Location: Irwindale CA

Job Summary:

In this position, the Plant Controller with Managing Director for the company operations drive positive financial performance and accounting controllership. You’ll guide the organization through improved financial leadership and decision-making supporting sales, production, supply chain and the remaining organizations within the business. You’ll direct the cost accounting, and general accounting functions, be responsible for the development, analysis and interpretation of statistical and accounting information to appraise profitability, capital expenditures and performance against budget. You’ll exercise discretion and independent judgment in the performance of office or non-manual work directly related to management policies or to the general business operations of the Company or customers.

In addition, this position is also defined as a key officer of the company and a member of the company’s Executive Committee. This position spends more than 50% of work time performing administrative duties. In performing these duties, the Controller will contribute to the creation of systematic methods that will align our group values.

Responsibilities:

• Direct and coordinate the preparation financial statements and all related activity including monthly, quarterly, semi-annual and annual reporting. Provide value added input through the interpretation of financial results as they affect the business unit to drive more effective decision-making
• Establish and implement local policies and procedures.Responsible for maintaining the established Internal Control Systems and Risk Management templates.
• Provide leadership in directing product costing and production variance analysis. Responsible for the financial modules in the used ERP (SAP) system on-site
• Supervise the maintenance of the company accounts and sub ledgers. Ensure the correct and accurate accounting classification of all expenditures and documents. Oversee the preparation of statistics for financial statements, including the analysis and reporting of results to provide forecasts and identify problem areas.
• Coordination with and support of external and internal auditors. Work with local executive team to manage the business needs.
• Prepare reports for the government and function as the primary operational interface with local and U.S. government officials on business and financial matters. Responsible for local tax accounting
• Provide sales margin analysis and oversee sales price monitoring. Develop financial data necessary for the preparation and evaluation of budgets, forecasts and investment plans. Develop solid cost standards that will be used for critical decision making for the organization.
• Complete Role Standard Work and deliver all other duties as assigned.

About You:

• Forecasting & Financial Reporting Timeliness & Accuracy – Meets deadlines & maintains accuracy for financial reporting. Analyzes, collaborates and prepares appropriate forecasts.
• Financial & Variance Analysis - Lead the organization in analyzing variances, whether from cost centers, manufacturing, purchasing, inventory, etc. and engage in root cause countermeasure discussions. Drive the budgeting process for planning spends, headcount, capex, projects and improvement priorities. Manage the payables department to achieve DPO targets and collaborates with Supply Chain on DIO for controlling DNWCO.
• Project tracking & cost accounting – Develops, implements and improves R&D project tracking, cost center reports and factory cost accounting practices. Partners with business peers to utilize information effectively.
• Corporate & Financial Compliance – Coordinates with and support of external and internal auditors, maintains appropriate internal controls.
• Organizational Culture & Well-being – Fosters teamwork, organizational trust, learning and collaboration. Manages organizational engagement & effectiveness to achieve development commitments.
• Proactive personality to be an active partner to general management.
• Service oriented, familiar with lean manufacturing practices.
• Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills including analytical and interpersonal skills.
• Thorough knowledge of all accounting and tax-related legislation, regulations and reporting procedures.
• Thorough understanding of all accounting functional areas
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Accounting, or Finance.
• Seven to ten (7-10) years' experience in accounting and finance including two (3) years of supervisory experience is desirable in heavy manufacturing industry (preferably metals, plastics injection molding and/or extrusion).

Ready to Apply?

Contact Jake Willcox at or call +1 380 799 5807 . Submit your resume to be considered.

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Eligibility: Candidates must be authorized to live and work in the USA.