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Plant Controller

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Spartanburg, SC


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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

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