Plant Controller

Cox Consulting Network • Elgin, IL

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

Cox Consulting Network has been exclusively retained by a fast-growing, profitable manufacturer to hire a detail-oriented and analytical Plant Controller. This hybrid role is near Elgin, Illinois, with four days per week onsite and travel to Addison, Illinois. The position is suited to someone who thrives in a collaborative, high-energy, fast-growing manufacturing environment.

Reporting to the Corporate Controller, the Plant Controller is responsible for accounting for two manufacturing sites. The role supports month-end and year-end close, KPI reporting, forecasts, and budgets. It also partners with the Plant Manager to improve operational processes and productivity and serves as a key member of the plant management team.

Requirements

• 5–7 years of accounting experience; Accounting Manager, Controller, or similar experience is preferred.
• BA in Accounting or a related field.
• Manufacturing experience, including cost accounting and understanding of manufacturing accounting and inventory, is required.
• Strong financial acumen and the ability to explain the reasoning behind financial results to various stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently, strong attention to detail, and a collaborative team spirit.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, specifically pivot tables, and accounting software.

Nice To Haves

• Business Central experience is strongly preferred.
• Experience as an Accounting Manager, Controller, or in a similar role is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly financial reporting and key financial templates.
• Generate and analyze weekly sales reports, communicate results to owners by email, and perform weekly cash reconciliations.
• Post and reconcile general ledger entries for month-end close.
• Prepare ICO accruals.
• Reconcile all balance sheet accounts and key income statement accounts promptly at month-end close.
• Ensure fixed assets are recorded and depreciated appropriately according to their in-service dates.
• Review depreciation and amortization entries.
• Review and record construction-in-progress.
• Assist with the year-end inventory count and monthly general ledger adjustments as needed.
• Work with operations to resolve onsite inventory issues.
• Manage Senior Accounting and AP/AR clerks.
• Manage and assist clerks with ACH, wire, and check activity, and review weekly payable runs.
• Manage and assist clerks with collections and accounts receivable reconciliations.
• Drive KPI reporting and manage forecasts and budgets.
• Partner with the Plant Manager to improve operational processes and productivity.

Benefits

• Hybrid work flexibility, with four days per week in the office in either Elgin, Illinois, or Addison, Illinois.
• Competitive salary.
• Bonus opportunity.
• Medical, vision, and dental benefits.
• Potential for an IPO in the future.

What This Job Offers

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