Plant Controller

u003cdivu003eu003cp class= 'MsoNormal ' style= ' background: white; vertical-align: baseline; 'u003eu003cstrongu003eu003cspan style= 'font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; color: black; letter-spacing: .2pt; border: none windowtext 1.0pt; padding: 0in; 'u003eJob Title: Plant Controlleru003c/spanu003eu003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoNormal ' style= ' background: white; vertical-align: baseline; 'u003eu003cstrongu003eu003cspan style= 'font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; color: black; letter-spacing: .2pt; border: none windowtext 1.0pt; padding: 0in; 'u003eLocation: Marshalltown, Iowau003c/spanu003eu003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoNormal ' style= ' background: white; vertical-align: baseline; 'u003eu003cstrongu003eu003cspan style= 'font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; color: black; letter-spacing: .2pt; border: none windowtext 1.0pt; padding: 0in; 'u003eSalary: $80-100K + bonusu003c/spanu003eu003c/strongu003eu003cstrongu003eu003cspan style= 'font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; color: black; letter-spacing: .2pt; border: none windowtext 1.0pt; padding: 0in; 'u003eu0026 u003c/spanu003eu003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoNormal 'u003eu003cstrongu003eu003cspan style= 'font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; color: black; letter-spacing: .2pt; border: none windowtext 1.0pt; padding: 0in; 'u003eJob Summary of the Plant Controller: u003c/spanu003eu003c/strongu003eThe Plant Controller is responsible for managing the day-to-day financial operations of the organization, supporting core accounting functions (GL, close, audits), and providing in-depth financial analysis, projections and business insights across departments. This role will work closely with both Leadership and the operations team to drive financial transparency and operational efficiency across production and organizational functions. The Plant Controller will also ensure accuracy of financial records, enforce strong internal controls, and maintain compliance with GAAP and industry regulations. This position reports directly to the CFO and oversees all accounting positions.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoNormal 'u003eu003cstrongu003eu003cspan style= 'font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; color: black; letter-spacing: .2pt; border: none windowtext 1.0pt; padding: 0in; 'u003eJob Duties u0026Responsibilities of the Plant Controller:u003c/spanu003eu003c/strongu003eu003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoListParagraph ' style= ' text-indent: -.25in; line-height: 115%; margin: 0in 0in 8.0pt .5in; 'u003eu003cspan style= 'font-family: Symbol; 'u003eu003cspanu003eu003cspan style= 'font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman'; 'u003eu0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eLeadership, Management and Accountability (LMA) for all direct reports.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoListParagraph ' style= 'margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; line-height: 115%; 'u003eu003cspan style= 'font-family: Symbol; 'u003eu003cspanu003eu003cspan style= 'font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman'; 'u003eu0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eAssist with and oversee month-end and year-end close processes, including journal entries, accruals and reconciliations.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoListParagraph ' style= 'margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; line-height: 115%; 'u003eu003cspan style= 'font-family: Symbol; 'u003eu003cspanu003eu003cspan style= 'font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman'; 'u003eu0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eMaintain the general ledger, ensuring proper recording of all financial transactions in compliance with GAAP/IFRS and corporate policies.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoListParagraph ' style= 'margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; line-height: 115%; 'u003eu003cspan style= 'font-family: Symbol; 'u003eu003cspanu003eu003cspan style= 'font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman'; 'u003eu0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eInvestigate and resolve discrepancies in cost and inventory accounting processes.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoListParagraph ' style= 'margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; line-height: 115%; 'u003eu003cspan style= 'font-family: Symbol; 'u003eu003cspanu003eu003cspan style= 'font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman'; 'u003eu0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eDevelop, implement, and monitor robust internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure the integrity of financial reporting and processes.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoListParagraph ' style= 'margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; line-height: 115%; 'u003eu003cspan style= 'font-family: Symbol; 'u003eu003cspanu003eu003cspan style= 'font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman'; 'u003eu0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eAct as a key contact for external auditors, preparing necessary documentation and ensuring a smooth audit process.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoListParagraph ' style= 'margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; line-height: 115%; 'u003eu003cspan style= 'font-family: Symbol; 'u003eu003cspanu003eu003cspan style= 'font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman'; 'u003eu0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eCollaborate with operations and production leaders to develop detailed annual budgets.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoListParagraph ' style= 'margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; line-height: 115%; 'u003eu003cspan style= 'font-family: Symbol; 'u003eu003cspanu003eu003cspan style= 'font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman'; 'u003eu0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eConduct in-depth financial analysis on operational performance metrics, including production costs, scrap rates, labor efficiency, and capital projects (CAPEX), and provide recommendations to the leadership team for operational improvements.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoListParagraph ' style= 'margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; line-height: 115%; 'u003eu003cspan style= 'font-family: Symbol; 'u003eu003cspanu003eu003cspan style= 'font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman'; 'u003eu0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eProvide financial modeling to support strategic decisions, including capacity planning and capital investments.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoListParagraph ' style= 'margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; line-height: 115%; 'u003eu003cspan style= 'font-family: Symbol; 'u003eu003cspanu003eu003cspan style= 'font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman'; 'u003eu0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eLead all cost accounting initiatives, including standard cost development, variance analysis (material, labor, overhead), and inventory valuation.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoListParagraph ' style= 'margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; line-height: 115%; 'u003eu003cspan style= 'font-family: Symbol; 'u003eu003cspanu003eu003cspan style= 'font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman'; 'u003eu0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003ePartner with operations management to identify and implement cost-saving opportunities and track their financial impact.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoListParagraph ' style= 'margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; line-height: 115%; 'u003eu003cspan style= 'font-family: Symbol; 'u003eu003cspanu003eu003cspan style= 'font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman'; 'u003eu0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eParticipate in capital budgeting and ROI analysis for equipment and facility investments.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoListParagraph ' style= 'margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; line-height: 115%; 'u003eu003cspan style= 'font-family: Symbol; 'u003eu003cspanu003eu003cspan style= 'font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman'; 'u003eu0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eEvaluate financial impact of new product lines, process changes, and automation initiatives.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoListParagraph ' style= 'margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; line-height: 115%; 'u003eu003cspan style= 'font-family: Symbol; 'u003eu003cspanu003eu003cspan style= 'font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman'; 'u003eu0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eServe as a key financial business partner to the operations department managers, providing financial guidance to support operational and strategic decision-making.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoListParagraph ' style= 'margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; line-height: 115%; 'u003eu003cspan style= 'font-family: Symbol; 'u003eu003cspanu003eu003cspan style= 'font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman'; 'u003eu0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eDrive continuous improvement initiatives within the finance function and across manufacturing operations to enhance efficiency and accuracy.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoListParagraph ' style= 'margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; line-height: 115%; 'u003eu003cspan style= 'font-family: Symbol; 'u003eu003cspanu003eu003cspan style= 'font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman'; 'u003eu0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eServe as a key resource in coordinating information and documentation requests during external tax audits.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoListParagraph ' style= 'margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; line-height: 115%; 'u003eu003cspan style= 'font-family: Symbol; 'u003eu003cspanu003eu003cspan style= 'font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman'; 'u003eu0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eOversee the proper and timely preparation of financial data required for corporate income tax, property tax, and sales/use tax filings, ensuring all required information is accurately submitted by the accounting team.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoListParagraph ' style= 'margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; line-height: 115%; 'u003eu003cspan style= 'font-family: Symbol; 'u003eu003cspanu003eu003cspan style= 'font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman'; 'u003eu0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eBe adaptable and willing to take on additional responsibilities and tasks to support team and organizational goals.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoListParagraph ' style= 'margin-left: .5in; 'u003eu003cspan style= 'font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; color: black; letter-spacing: .2pt; border: none windowtext 1.0pt; padding: 0in; 'u003eu0026 u003c/spanu003eu003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoNormal ' style= ' background: white; 'u003eu003cstrongu003eu003cspan style= 'font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; color: black; letter-spacing: .2pt; border: none windowtext 1.0pt; padding: 0in; 'u003eEducation u0026Experience Requirements of Plant Controlleru003c/spanu003eu003c/strongu003eu003cspan style= 'font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif; color: black; letter-spacing: .2pt; border: none windowtext 1.0pt; padding: 0in; 'u003e:u003c/spanu003eu003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoListParagraph ' style= ' text-indent: -.25in; line-height: 115%; margin: 0in 0in 8.0pt .5in; 'u003eu003cspan style= 'font-family: Symbol; 'u003eu003cspanu003eu003cspan style= 'font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman'; 'u003eu0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eBachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field requiredu003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoListParagraph ' style= 'margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; line-height: 115%; 'u003eu003cspan style= 'font-family: Symbol; 'u003eu003cspanu003eu003cspan style= 'font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman'; 'u003eu0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003e3+ years of progressive Accounting, Finance, or related experienceu003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoListParagraph ' style= 'margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; line-height: 115%; 'u003eu003cspan style= 'font-family: Symbol; 'u003eu003cspanu003eu003cspan style= 'font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman'; 'u003eu0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003e2+ years of work experience in (or at least exposure to) a manufacturing environment, utilizing cost accounting principlesu003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoListParagraph ' style= 'margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; line-height: 115%; 'u003eu003cspan style= 'font-family: Symbol; 'u003eu003cspanu003eu003cspan style= 'font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman'; 'u003eu0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eStrong knowledge of GAAP, cost accounting, and internal controls.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoListParagraph ' style= 'margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; line-height: 115%; 'u003eu003cspan style= 'font-family: Symbol; 'u003eu003cspanu003eu003cspan style= 'font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman'; 'u003eu0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eExperience with ERP systems and supporting audits.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoListParagraph ' style= 'margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; line-height: 115%; 'u003eu003cspan style= 'font-family: Symbol; 'u003eu003cspanu003eu003cspan style= 'font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman'; 'u003eu0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eStrong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoListParagraph ' style= 'margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; line-height: 115%; 'u003eu003cspan style= 'font-family: Symbol; 'u003eu003cspanu003eu003cspan style= 'font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman'; 'u003eu0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u0026 u003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eu003c/spanu003eExcellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate across teams.u003c/pu003eu003cp class= 'MsoListParagraph ' style= 'margin-left: .5in; 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Created: 2026-01-14