Plant Controller - Champaign, IL

Military Spouse Corporate Career Network•Champaign, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Silgan Closures is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Plant Controller for its Champaign, Illinois manufacturing facility. As a member of the plant leadership team, the Plant Controller leads plant accounting and manufacturing finance, including cost accounting, financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting, inventory control, standard costing, variance analysis, and internal controls. The role partners with Operations and corporate leadership to improve financial performance, control manufacturing costs, safeguard company assets, and support operational excellence. The position oversees financial reporting and manufacturing finance, cost accounting and inventory management, accounting-team development, plant partnership, and support for safety and food-safety initiatives. It requires a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field and at least five years of progressive manufacturing accounting experience.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
Minimum five years of progressive manufacturing accounting experience.
Strong background in manufacturing cost accounting, standard costing, financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting, variance analysis, inventory control and reconciliation, and internal controls.
Experience supervising, coaching, and developing employees.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to partner effectively with manufacturing operations and corporate teams.

Nice To Haves

CPA, CMA, or MBA.
Previous Plant Controller or Manufacturing Controller experience.
Experience with JD Edwards, SAP, Oracle, or similar manufacturing ERP systems.
ERP implementation or system conversion experience.
Multi-site manufacturing experience.
Knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) and internal controls.

Responsibilities

Analyze and report monthly financial results to plant and corporate leadership.
Support month-end close, financial reporting, account reconciliations, and variance analysis.
Prepare annual budgets, monthly forecasts, operating plans, and strategic financial plans.
Monitor plant financial metrics and performance indicators.
Provide financial analysis for manufacturing operations and business decisions.
Support capital expenditure planning and investment analysis.
Maintain financial, purchasing, and internal controls.
Manage manufacturing cost accounting, standard costing, and bills of material.
Analyze labor, material, manufacturing overhead, distribution costs, returns, and inventory.
Lead physical inventories and monthly inventory audits.
Investigate inventory and manufacturing cost variances.
Reconcile and maintain accurate perpetual inventory records.
Analyze excess, obsolete, and slow-moving inventory.
Lead, coach, and develop accounting team members.
Improve accounting processes, reporting efficiency, inventory accuracy, and financial controls.
Partner with plant leadership on cost reduction, profitability, and operational improvements.
Promote accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Participate in daily production meetings as a member of the plant leadership team.
Partner with Operations on production costs, manufacturing efficiency, inventory, and financial performance.
Provide financial insight and recommendations to support plant objectives.
Support company safety initiatives and promote safe work practices.
Identify and address workplace safety concerns.
Maintain compliance with applicable Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Food Safety, and HACCP requirements.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Company-paid life insurance, AD&D, and disability coverage.
401(k) with company match.
Paid vacation and holidays.
Tuition reimbursement.
Voluntary benefits, including pet insurance, legal plans, and identity protection.
Employee engagement events and team-building activities.
Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
Stable employment with a global industry leader.
Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates, where applicable.