Controller - Manufacturing Plant

MacLean Power Systems • Stockton, CA

13d • Onsite

About The Position

MPS Stockton is seeking a Controller to manage the daily accounting activities for a manufacturing plant. The role is based at the company’s facility in Stockton, California, and may encompass cost and general accounting, payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable. The Controller leads and directs other employees and has full authority for personnel decisions, while primarily administering established policies and procedures. The position may also affect departmental budgeting, strategic planning, and procedural changes.

The Controller is responsible for plant accounting, financial reporting, cost accounting, budgeting, procure-to-pay oversight, inventory control, and fixed asset management. The role also supports audits and requires compliance with GAAP, internal procedures, and the company’s Safety, Environmental, Quality, and 5S standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with an accounting concentration.
• At least 6 years of experience.
• CMA and/or CPA certification is required.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the field’s concepts and principles.
• Ability to perform complex tasks, typically following established processes.
• MS Excel proficiency.
• Familiarity with JD Edwards or a similar ERP.

Nice To Haves

• Hyperion experience.
• JDE experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the plant’s general ledger, tracking assets, liabilities, expenses, and revenues.
• Ensure the plant complies with GAAP and internal policies and procedures.
• Provide leadership and oversight of the procure-to-pay process.
• Maintain accurate cost accounting records and perform variance analysis.
• Manage spending against the operational budget.
• Serve as a liaison in cross-functional teamwork.
• Provide adequate oversight of inventory control.
• Track and review capital project costs and manage fixed assets.
• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual accounting close and financial reporting.
• Assist internal and/or external auditors with periodic audits of the plant’s financial records and statements.
• Complete all necessary documents fully and accurately.
• Adhere to 5S standards, including maintaining a clean work area.
• Follow all Safety, Environmental, and Quality policies and procedures.
• Lead and direct the work of other employees and make personnel decisions.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Competitive salary; salary is based up to $160K.
• Dynamic work environment encouraging creativity, innovation, and professional growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager