Controller - Careers at Robert Half
Robert Half
Controller - Careers at Robert Half
Job Description
Plant Controller Opportunity in Lansing, Michigan - Join Robert Half
Robert Half is proud to partner with a well-established and rapidly growing manufacturing organization in Lansing, Michigan, to find an exceptional Plant Controller. This senior finance leadership role offers full P&L responsibility at the plant level, making it perfect for a seasoned finance professional who excels in hands-on manufacturing environments. As the Plant Controller, you will serve as the cornerstone of financial accuracy, product costing, inventory controls, and overall plant performance. If you're seeking a position where you can drive tangible business results, partner closely with plant leadership and corporate finance, and gain complete ownership of plant economics, this Controller job in Lansing, MI, is your ideal next step.
Located in the heart of Michigan's vibrant manufacturing hub, this role provides high visibility and direct impact on operational success. With continued investment in state-of-the-art manufacturing operations, our client offers stability and growth potential rarely found in today's market. Leverage your expertise in manufacturing finance, standard costing, and variance analysis to optimize profitability and efficiency.
About the Role
The Plant Controller acts as a true business partner to operations, ensuring end-to-end accountability for the plant's financial results. This is not a remote or desk-bound position—it's a dynamic, hands-on role where you'll collaborate daily with plant managers, production teams, and corporate stakeholders. You'll thrive in a fast-paced environment focused on accurate product costing, robust inventory management, and strategic financial insights that drive operational improvements. Ideal candidates are strategic thinkers with a proven track record in manufacturing accounting, ready to take full ownership of P&L performance in Lansing, MI.
Key Responsibilities
As Plant Controller, your impact will be immediate and measurable. Key duties include:
- Full P&L Ownership: Manage revenue, COGS, operating expenses, and margins with precision.
- Standard Costing Expertise: Oversee cost roll-ups, updates, and detailed variance analysis for materials, labor, and overhead.
- Variance Analysis & Corrective Actions: Conduct root-cause investigations and collaborate with operations on efficiency enhancements.
- Inventory Leadership: Direct cycle counts, physical inventories, reserves, and reconciliations to maintain control.
- Month-End Mastery: Lead timely closes and reporting, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Planning & Forecasting: Contribute to budgeting, long-range planning, and CapEx monitoring.
- Compliance & Controls: Uphold GAAP standards, internal controls, and company policies.
- Strategic Advisory: Provide data-driven insights to plant leadership for profitability gains.
Required Qualifications
To succeed in this Controller position, you need:
- A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (MBA or Master's preferred).
- CPA, CMA, or equivalent certification.
- 7+ years in manufacturing finance, with direct Plant Controller or equivalent experience.
- Deep knowledge of standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory systems.
- Proficiency in ERP software like SAP, Oracle, or JD Edwards.
- Strong analytical skills for root-cause analysis and forecasting.
- Excellent communication to partner with non-finance leaders.
- Commitment to GAAP compliance and internal controls.
Prior experience in automotive, industrial, or consumer goods manufacturing is highly valued for this Lansing, MI, role.
Why Join Us?
This Plant Controller position offers unparalleled ownership and visibility. Enjoy direct influence on plant results, high-level exposure to leadership, and a stable company investing heavily in growth. Robert Half provides competitive compensation around $140,000 base salary, plus comprehensive benefits, performance bonuses, and professional development. Advance your career in Michigan's manufacturing sector with a role that combines strategic finance with operational impact. For immediate consideration, contact Jimmy Tunney at 517-657-8054. Apply now and elevate your finance career with Robert Half in Lansing, Michigan!
SEO Keywords: Plant Controller jobs Lansing MI, Manufacturing Controller careers, P&L Manager Michigan, Finance leadership manufacturing, Robert Half accounting jobs.
Locations
- Lansing, Michigan, United States
Salary
140,000 - 140,000 USD / yearly
130,000 - 160,000 USD / yearly
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- P&L Managementintermediate
- Standard Costingintermediate
- Variance Analysisintermediate
- Inventory Controlsintermediate
- Month-End Closeintermediate
- Budgeting and Forecastingintermediate
- GAAP Complianceintermediate
- Manufacturing Financeintermediate
- Root-Cause Analysisintermediate
- Capital Expenditures Managementintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (experience)
- CPA, CMA, or equivalent certification preferred (experience)
- 7+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience in manufacturing (experience)
- Proven experience as a Plant Controller or similar role with full P&L responsibility (experience)
- Strong knowledge of standard costing systems and manufacturing variances (experience)
- Expertise in inventory accounting, cycle counts, and reconciliations (experience)
- Hands-on experience with month-end close processes and financial reporting (experience)
- Demonstrated ability to partner with operations leadership (experience)
- Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar) (experience)
- Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills (experience)
Responsibilities
- Own the plant P&L, including revenue, cost of goods sold, operating expenses, and margin performance
- Maintain and manage the plant’s standard costing system, including cost roll-ups, updates, and variance analysis
- Analyze manufacturing variances (material, labor, and overhead) and partner with operations on root-cause analysis and corrective actions
- Lead inventory accounting and controls, including cycle counts, physical inventories, reserves, and reconciliations
- Drive accurate and timely month-end close and reporting for the plant
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning with full accountability for plant financial results
- Monitor capital expenditures and fixed assets at the plant level
- Ensure strong internal controls and compliance with GAAP and company policies
- Serve as a key financial advisor to plant leadership, providing insights to improve profitability and operational efficiency
Benefits
- general: Full ownership role with direct impact on plant performance and results
- general: High visibility with both plant leadership and corporate finance
- general: Stable organization with continued investment in manufacturing operations
- general: Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package through Robert Half
- general: Opportunity for career growth in a thriving manufacturing environment
- general: Hands-on leadership role with end-to-end financial accountability
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Job Description
Plant Controller Opportunity in Lansing, Michigan - Join Robert Half
Robert Half is proud to partner with a well-established and rapidly growing manufacturing organization in Lansing, Michigan, to find an exceptional Plant Controller. This senior finance leadership role offers full P&L responsibility at the plant level, making it perfect for a seasoned finance professional who excels in hands-on manufacturing environments. As the Plant Controller, you will serve as the cornerstone of financial accuracy, product costing, inventory controls, and overall plant performance. If you're seeking a position where you can drive tangible business results, partner closely with plant leadership and corporate finance, and gain complete ownership of plant economics, this Controller job in Lansing, MI, is your ideal next step.
Located in the heart of Michigan's vibrant manufacturing hub, this role provides high visibility and direct impact on operational success. With continued investment in state-of-the-art manufacturing operations, our client offers stability and growth potential rarely found in today's market. Leverage your expertise in manufacturing finance, standard costing, and variance analysis to optimize profitability and efficiency.
About the Role
The Plant Controller acts as a true business partner to operations, ensuring end-to-end accountability for the plant's financial results. This is not a remote or desk-bound position—it's a dynamic, hands-on role where you'll collaborate daily with plant managers, production teams, and corporate stakeholders. You'll thrive in a fast-paced environment focused on accurate product costing, robust inventory management, and strategic financial insights that drive operational improvements. Ideal candidates are strategic thinkers with a proven track record in manufacturing accounting, ready to take full ownership of P&L performance in Lansing, MI.
Key Responsibilities
As Plant Controller, your impact will be immediate and measurable. Key duties include:
- Full P&L Ownership: Manage revenue, COGS, operating expenses, and margins with precision.
- Standard Costing Expertise: Oversee cost roll-ups, updates, and detailed variance analysis for materials, labor, and overhead.
- Variance Analysis & Corrective Actions: Conduct root-cause investigations and collaborate with operations on efficiency enhancements.
- Inventory Leadership: Direct cycle counts, physical inventories, reserves, and reconciliations to maintain control.
- Month-End Mastery: Lead timely closes and reporting, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Planning & Forecasting: Contribute to budgeting, long-range planning, and CapEx monitoring.
- Compliance & Controls: Uphold GAAP standards, internal controls, and company policies.
- Strategic Advisory: Provide data-driven insights to plant leadership for profitability gains.
Required Qualifications
To succeed in this Controller position, you need:
- A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (MBA or Master's preferred).
- CPA, CMA, or equivalent certification.
- 7+ years in manufacturing finance, with direct Plant Controller or equivalent experience.
- Deep knowledge of standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory systems.
- Proficiency in ERP software like SAP, Oracle, or JD Edwards.
- Strong analytical skills for root-cause analysis and forecasting.
- Excellent communication to partner with non-finance leaders.
- Commitment to GAAP compliance and internal controls.
Prior experience in automotive, industrial, or consumer goods manufacturing is highly valued for this Lansing, MI, role.
Why Join Us?
This Plant Controller position offers unparalleled ownership and visibility. Enjoy direct influence on plant results, high-level exposure to leadership, and a stable company investing heavily in growth. Robert Half provides competitive compensation around $140,000 base salary, plus comprehensive benefits, performance bonuses, and professional development. Advance your career in Michigan's manufacturing sector with a role that combines strategic finance with operational impact. For immediate consideration, contact Jimmy Tunney at 517-657-8054. Apply now and elevate your finance career with Robert Half in Lansing, Michigan!
SEO Keywords: Plant Controller jobs Lansing MI, Manufacturing Controller careers, P&L Manager Michigan, Finance leadership manufacturing, Robert Half accounting jobs.
Locations
- Lansing, Michigan, United States
Salary
140,000 - 140,000 USD / yearly
130,000 - 160,000 USD / yearly
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- P&L Managementintermediate
- Standard Costingintermediate
- Variance Analysisintermediate
- Inventory Controlsintermediate
- Month-End Closeintermediate
- Budgeting and Forecastingintermediate
- GAAP Complianceintermediate
- Manufacturing Financeintermediate
- Root-Cause Analysisintermediate
- Capital Expenditures Managementintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (experience)
- CPA, CMA, or equivalent certification preferred (experience)
- 7+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience in manufacturing (experience)
- Proven experience as a Plant Controller or similar role with full P&L responsibility (experience)
- Strong knowledge of standard costing systems and manufacturing variances (experience)
- Expertise in inventory accounting, cycle counts, and reconciliations (experience)
- Hands-on experience with month-end close processes and financial reporting (experience)
- Demonstrated ability to partner with operations leadership (experience)
- Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar) (experience)
- Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills (experience)
Responsibilities
- Own the plant P&L, including revenue, cost of goods sold, operating expenses, and margin performance
- Maintain and manage the plant’s standard costing system, including cost roll-ups, updates, and variance analysis
- Analyze manufacturing variances (material, labor, and overhead) and partner with operations on root-cause analysis and corrective actions
- Lead inventory accounting and controls, including cycle counts, physical inventories, reserves, and reconciliations
- Drive accurate and timely month-end close and reporting for the plant
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning with full accountability for plant financial results
- Monitor capital expenditures and fixed assets at the plant level
- Ensure strong internal controls and compliance with GAAP and company policies
- Serve as a key financial advisor to plant leadership, providing insights to improve profitability and operational efficiency
Benefits
- general: Full ownership role with direct impact on plant performance and results
- general: High visibility with both plant leadership and corporate finance
- general: Stable organization with continued investment in manufacturing operations
- general: Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package through Robert Half
- general: Opportunity for career growth in a thriving manufacturing environment
- general: Hands-on leadership role with end-to-end financial accountability
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