Plant Controller

Plant Controller (Spartanburg, SC)

Our client, a global automotive supplier, seeks an experienced Plant Controller to join their 600-employee Spartanburg facility. Automotive industry experience is highly preferred; bilingual English/Spanish skills are a plus but not required.

Role Overview

The Plant Controller provides financial leadership for all plant-level accounting functions, partnering with operations management to drive cost-effective performance, ensure accurate reporting, and maintain compliance with corporate and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting
• Prepare and analyze monthly income statements, balance sheets, and cash-flow reports.
• Track actual results versus budget and highlight key variances.
• Budgeting & Forecasting
• Develop and manage the annual plant budget.
• Update forecasts throughout the year and present to plant leadership.
• Cost Analysis
• Evaluate production costs (materials, labor, overhead) to identify savings opportunities.
• Recommend process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
• Inventory Oversight
• Monitor raw materials, WIP, and finished-goods levels to prevent stock imbalances.
• Internal Controls & Compliance
• Implement GAAP-aligned controls to safeguard assets.
• Ensure adherence to local, state, and federal financial regulations.
• Audit Coordination
• Facilitate internal and external audits, providing necessary documentation.
• Team Leadership
• Lead a team of accounting professionals handling payroll, AP/AR, and general ledger.
• Mentor staff and foster continuous learning.
• Business Partnership
• Serve as a strategic advisor to plant managers, delivering actionable financial insights.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Proven track record in manufacturing accounting, cost analysis, and financial reporting
• Experience working for an automotive supplier 
• Advanced proficiency with ERP systems and Excel;
• familiarity with automotive‐industry metrics a plus
• bilingual English/Spanish desired

Benefits

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a leading global supplier committed to innovation and continuous improvement
• Collaborate with a dynamic, cross-functional team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Opportunity for professional growth and development within a large international organization