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Plant Controller

CFS, Rockwood, TN, United States

Salary max: $60.00

Duration: Full Time


Plant Controller
Location: Rockwood, TN 37854
Salary: $125,000 – $140,000 + Full Benefits


A rapidly growing manufacturing organization in Rockwood, TN is seeking a Plant Controller to join their finance leadership team. This is a high-impact role where you’ll partner directly with the CFO and plant leadership to drive financial performance, operational efficiency, and strategic decision-making.


This company offers a strong team-oriented culture and collaborative work environment where people support one another and celebrate growth. As the organization continues to expand, they are looking for a hands-on finance leader who thrives in a manufacturing setting and enjoys turning operational data into actionable insights.


What You’ll Do




  • Serve as the financial leader for the manufacturing facility, partnering with plant leadership to support operational and strategic decisions.




  • Oversee cost accounting, production analysis, and manufacturing financial reporting to ensure accurate cost visibility and profitability.




  • Lead the month-end close process, ensuring accuracy of inventory valuations, production costs, and financial statements.




  • Analyze standard vs. actual cost variances and identify trends and opportunities for cost reduction.




  • Maintain strong internal controls and safeguard company assets including inventory, capital, and cash.




  • Oversee inventory control processes, including cycle counting programs and inventory accuracy initiatives.




  • Partner with corporate finance on annual budgets and forecasts, with focus on COGS and inventory levels.




  • Act as the ERP subject matter expert for the facility and help optimize reporting processes.




  • Lead inventory and cost-related audits to ensure compliance with internal policies and GAAP.




  • Communicate financial results and key performance metrics to plant leadership and employees.




What We’re Looking For




  • 7–10+ years of accounting experience in a manufacturing environment




  • Strong knowledge of cost accounting and manufacturing financial operations




  • Experience leading month-end close, budgeting, and forecasting




  • Ability to drive process improvements and operational efficiency




  • Experience working with ERP systems and advanced Excel




  • Strong analytical, leadership, and communication skills




  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CMA a plus)




Preferred Experience




  • Experience with EPM systems such as Anaplan, Planful, or Prophix




  • Experience in Lean or Six Sigma manufacturing environments




  • Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus




Why This Opportunity?




  • Join a growing company with strong leadership and long-term stability




  • Be part of a supportive team atmosphere where collaboration matters




  • High-visibility role working closely with plant leadership and the CFO




  • Opportunity to shape financial strategy within a dynamic manufacturing operation




Benefits


Competitive benefits package including:




  • Medical, Dental, Vision




  • 401(k) with company participation




  • Life and disability insurance




  • Paid vacation and holidays




If you're a manufacturing finance leader who enjoys partnering with operations and making a measurable impact, we’d love to connect.