Controller
Company: Creative Financial Staffing
Location: Hershey
Posted on: June 24, 2025
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Job Description:
Our client, a well-established industrial manufacturer, is
seeking a Plant Controller to oversee financial operations at their
flagship Pennsylvania plant. This is a highly visible role
supporting a complex, high-volume manufacturing environment. The
ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in cost accounting,
inventory controls, and direct experience in heavy manufacturing
environments. Salary: $160,000-$190,000 Plant Controller Offering:
Competitive base salary with flexibility for exceptional
experience. Lucrative annual performance-based bonus, historically
exceeding targets. Comprehensive benefits package, including
generous vacation time. High-visibility role within a global
industry leader, offering long-term stability and advancement
potential. Plant Controller Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in
Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA/CMA preferred. 8 years
of progressive experience in finance/accounting, with at least 3
years in a plant controller or assistant controller capacity. Must
have heavy manufacturing or industrial plant exposure. Experience
with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar). Strong knowledge of
GAAP, inventory controls, and cost accounting principles.
Comfortable working in a hands-on, plant-floor-driven environment.
Plant Controller Responsibilities: Lead all accounting operations
for the plant, including month-end close, budgeting, forecasting,
and reporting. Analyze production costs, inventory valuation, and
manufacturing variances to support decision-making. Partner with
plant management and corporate leadership to drive performance and
financial transparency. Oversee internal controls, fixed asset
tracking, and capital project accounting. Manage standard costing,
labor/overhead analysis, and identify areas for operational
improvement. Ensure SOX or other compliance requirements are met
and documented appropriately. Support internal/external audits and
continuous process improvements. INJUN2025 ZRCFS LI-HR2
Keywords: Creative Financial Staffing, Frederick , Controller, Accounting, Auditing , Hershey, Maryland
