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Robert Half Plant Controller in Sumter, South Carolina
Description
We are excited to offer a rewarding opportunity for a Plant Controller based in Sumter, South Carolina. In this role, you will oversee accounting operations, guide the plant through budgeting and financial reporting, and ensure compliance with all standards. As a key business partner, you will mentor colleagues, drive growth initiatives, and collaborate closely with the leadership team to support the plant's success. This position is within the manufacturing industry and offers a dynamic, fast-paced work environment.
Responsibilities:
Act as a proactive business partner, collaborating with the General Manager and Plant Leaders to explain results, drive improvements, manage projects, identify inefficiencies, understand operations, and lead the development of complex analyses.
Provide strategic consultation, interpretation, and guidance on complex financial and operational matters to departmental leaders, supporting informed business decisions.
Analyze variances, communicate insights to management, and recommend corrective actions.
Consolidate and analyze plant production and financial statistics to identify trends.
Oversee accounting operations, including General Ledger and Inventory/Cost Accounting.
Work with plant teams to ensure accurate inventory management and adherence to inventory policies.
Manage the month-end close process and prepare financial statements and operational reports for the plant.
Coordinate and prepare income statement, balance sheet, and statistical forecasts for the plant.
Collaborate across all levels of the organization to achieve plant and corporate goals.
Lead the professional development of the accounting team.
Share best practices within the finance team, focusing on process improvements, financial modeling, and updates to procedures.
Implement and monitor plant internal controls in line with corporate policies to ensure reporting integrity, protect company assets, and identify potential risks.
Ensure compliance with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and local statutory requirements.
Own the local cost model process in alignment with corporate direction.
Set clear performance expectations for direct reports and conduct periodic performance reviews.
Facilitate training to enhance awareness of plant analysis, business partnering, cost accounting, purchasing, and accounts payable.
Requirements
Over 10 years of experience in a comparable role.
Proficient in accounting functions and annual budget development.
Extensive background in auditing and managing budget processes.
Deep understanding of US GAAP standards.
Strong expertise in financial analysis, including investment-related analysis.
Well-versed in month-end closing procedures.
Knowledgeable in innovation processes within manufacturing settings.
Solid foundation in manufacturing and cost accounting.
Proven experience in manufacturing operations.
Skilled in mentoring and developing new team members.
Experienced in fostering and maintaining business partnerships.
Advanced user of Excel and PowerPoint.
Extensive experience in budgeting and financial forecasting.
In-depth knowledge of cost accounting principles.
Proven success in collaborative team environments.
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