Plant Controller

Patricia Wesson with Robert Half is looking for a detail-oriented Plant Controller to join our team in Longview, Washington. In this role, you will lead financial operations, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial statements while driving process improvements. This position requires a hands-on approach to managing financial controls, collaborating with various teams, and fostering a culture of innovation and accountability.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the preparation and management of financial statements, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.

• Lead the month-end close process and maintain robust control environments.

• Collaborate with facility and business teams to reinforce disciplined operations and accountability for accurate financial results.

• Apply a risk-based approach to accounting policies and financial controls to enhance organizational efficiency.

• Partner onsite with Accounting Centers of Excellence, offshore accounting teams, and external auditors to ensure seamless operations.

• Drive process improvements by implementing innovative solutions and eliminating non-value-added activities.

• Act as a decision-maker, sharing knowledge and challenging the status quo to improve financial processes.

• Promote change and problem-solving by focusing on innovation and continuous improvement.

• Advance the company's culture by embodying and reinforcing its Guiding Principles in daily operations.

Salary Range: $120,000–$140,000

Bonus: Yes

Benefits

Medical: Yes

Vision: Yes

Dental: Yes

Life & Disability Insurance: Yes

Retirement Plans: Yes

Paid Time Off

Paid Vacation: 15 days

Paid Holidays: 11 days

Sick leave:

Please reach out to Patricia Wesson with Robert Half to review this position. Job Order: 03600-0013403237

• Proven experience in accounting, cost accounting, financial analysis, or operations finance, demonstrating a solid understanding of financial concepts.
• Strong collaboration skills with the ability to build effective relationships and solve complex problems.
• Experience in driving process standardization and optimization, with a focus on transformation and innovation.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of translating complex financial concepts into understandable terms for diverse audiences.
• Leadership experience, including developing teams, leading transformation initiatives, or managing projects.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related business field.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables, macros, and data analysis.
• Previous experience in manufacturing finance or accounting, with a focus on cost accounting principles.

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