A publicly traded manufacturer has retained us to find a Regional Assistant Plant Controller supporting multiple sites across the region. This role is Nashville-based with up to 20% travel. You will work directly with the Regional Plant Controller to bring financial rigor to a manufacturing environment that is ready for it. This is a builder role, not a maintenance role.
Why this role, right now:
The infrastructure isn't built yet — standard costing, inventory controls, and cross-site processes all need ownership. You'll be visible to operations leadership from day one and have a direct impact on how the region runs financially.-----Immediate Priorities (First 90 Days):
Stabilize basic accounting processes across the region
Improve standard costing accuracy and methodology
Strengthen inventory control practices and reduce exposure
Key Responsibilities ("What you'll own"):
Annual operating plan, monthly/rolling forecast, weekly R&O, and bridge processes
Interpretive and predictive financial support to operations leadership
CapEx business cases and financial justifications
Inventory control optimization across multi-site locations
Standard costing — proper inventory valuation, variance analysis, cost accuracy
Standardized accounting processes — implement and enforce across multi-site operations
Cross-functional collaboration with Operations and Supply Chain
Candidate Profile ("Who fits"):
REQUIRED
5+ years in accounting or finance
Manufacturing background — standard cost environment specifically
Hands-on with inventory management and cost accounting
Comfortable with ~20% regional travel
STRONG PLUS
ERP implementation experience — any phase, any system
Public accounting background (2+ years)
CPA