Plant Controller

Safran DSI•Parker, CO

1d•$130,000 - $165,000

About The Position

We are seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Plant Controller to help build and scale our cost accounting function as we grow. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced startup environment, enjoys creating structure from the ground up, and wants to be a strategic partner to operations—not just a reporter of numbers. In coordination with the business unit Controller, you will own product costing, inventory accounting, and manufacturing financial insights, while helping shape processes, systems, and controls that can scale with the business.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field
Minimum eight years’ experience in a similar position
Strong accounting background in a mid or large size corporation including the ability to work successfully in a matrixed organization
Requisite knowledge of US Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
Strong experience using Excel in an accounting and finance function
Self-starter, able to find, learn, and absorb information quickly
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Excellent analytical, organizational, and oral and written communication skills
Requires U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Resident Status required.

Nice To Haves

CPA or CMA with strong manufacturing cost accounting experience preferred
SAP or similar ERP system knowledge with implementation experience a plus
Experience working for a DoD federal contractor preferred
Experience working for a company reporting under IAS/IFRS preferred
Fluency in the French language is a plus
Familiarity with EAR and ITAR compliance.

Responsibilities

Build, maintain, and evolve manufacturing product costing models as the manufacturing facility opens and the business scales
Establish standard costing and lead variance analysis for materials, labor, and overhead
Own inventory accounting (raw materials, WIP, finished goods) and ensure accuracy as volumes grow
Partner closely with manufacturing, supply chain, and engineering to understand cost drivers
Support monthly close with a focus on payroll, cost accounting, inventory, and margin analysis
Provide support with recurring budgeting, planning, and forecasting activities for the Space Solutions business unit including capex management
Assist with design and improvement of ERP processes related to manufacturing, cost accounting, and inventory
Support budgeting, forecasting, and scenario modeling for production costs
Prepare reporting based on Department of Defense (DOD) / DCAA policies
Ensure US GAAP compliance while balancing startup speed and pragmatism
Serve as a subject matter expert in SAP
Assist with implementing and maintaining internal financial controls and procedures
Support accounting and quality audits and help build scalable internal controls over time
Perform other duties as assigned