Plant Controller

CSP Composite•Lenoir, NC

24d

About The Position

CSP is an industry leader in the formulation and molding of lightweight, advanced composite components for the transportation industries. The Plant Controller oversees site finance functions and supports plant and corporate decision-making through accurate financial reporting, cost accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and operational analysis. The role leads and develops the site finance team and promotes financial discipline and continuous improvement across departments.

Requirements

7–10 years of progressive experience in finance or accounting roles, including 3–5 years in a manufacturing environment.
Strong understanding of cost accounting, inventory management systems, and operational finance in a manufacturing context.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex financial data, business journals, technical documents, and regulatory requirements.
Ability to present financial information clearly and persuasively to executive leadership and external stakeholders.
Strong analytical skills and proficiency in financial modeling, budgeting, and forecasting.
High integrity, discretion, and professionalism in handling confidential information.
Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

Nice To Haves

Automotive industry experience is strongly preferred.
CPA or MBA preferred.

Responsibilities

Ensure accurate, complete, and timely financial reporting through internal controls, audits, and cross-functional checks.
Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, invoicing, cash disbursements, customer credits, collections, perpetual inventory, and fixed asset management.
Maintain the integrity of cost accounting systems, including material costing, labor analysis, overhead absorption, and variance reporting.
Manage the development and distribution of monthly financial statements and performance reports for site leadership and corporate stakeholders.
Collaborate with plant leadership to develop annual budgets, forecasts, and long-range financial plans aligned with plant and corporate objectives.
Provide financial insights to support strategic initiatives, capital investments, operational improvements, and margin enhancement.
Monitor inventory accuracy, inventory valuation, and standard cost system functionality.
Maintain relationships with external auditors, banks, insurers, and other financial institutions.
Partner with Human Resources and operational leaders on benefit planning, labor cost analysis, and organizational performance.
Promote financial discipline and continuous improvement across departments.
Lead and develop the site finance team, fostering collaboration and accountability.