Plant Controller

About the Company:

A leading U.S.-based manufacturer in the aerospace and defense sectors. 

Position Summary:

The  Controller is responsible for overseeing all financial operations and leading the accounting team to ensure compliance, accuracy, and strategic alignment across the organization. This role plays a critical part in shaping fiscal policy, ensuring the integrity of financial reporting, and driving data-driven decision-making in partnership with senior leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

• Financial Oversight & Reporting
• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes with accuracy and efficiency
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting for corporate and government stakeholders
• Maintain compliance with GAAP, FAR, and other regulatory standards
• Develop and implement financial policies and procedures to support organizational growth
• Leadership & Talent Development
• Supervise, mentor, and develop a high-performing accounting team
• Manage departmental staffing, performance evaluations, and succession planning
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and accountability
• Cost Accounting & Analysis
• Analyze cost variances, including PPV, labor productivity, and overhead absorption
• Maintain and update standard costs for materials, labor, and overhead
• Evaluate inventory valuation and reserve requirements
• Conduct cost modeling and scenario planning for strategic initiatives
• Business Partnership & Strategic Planning
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including operations and engineering, to drive efficiency
• Serve as a key advisor on unit performance, budgeting, and investment planning
• Support capital expenditure plans and manage the Capital Appropriation Request (CAR) process
• Optimize working capital, inventory levels, and liquidity planning
• Deliver rolling cash forecasts and provide actionable insights to leadership

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required
• Minimum 15 years of experience in accounting or finance, including at least 2 years in cost accounting
• Proven experience in manufacturing; experience in the defense industry is highly desirable
• At least 10 years in a leadership or supervisory role with strong team management skills
• Proficiency with ERP systems 
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel and the Microsoft Office Suite