Divisional/Plant Controller

Robert Half Management Resources is currently looking for an interim Plant Controller to support a manufacturing client in Troy, OH. This position will lead core accounting and cost control activities while delivering accurate financial insight for plant and divisional leadership. The role is well suited for a hands-on, detail-oriented finance specialist who can manage close activities, evaluate manufacturing performance, and provide practical analysis that supports operational and business decisions.

Responsibilities:

• Direct daily accounting activities and guide the department to meet reporting deadlines, compliance expectations, and operational objectives.
• Prepare financial statements, management reports, and other recurring analyses with a high degree of accuracy and timeliness.
• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes, monitor performance against plan, and clearly explain significant gaps in results.
• Review manufacturing costs by examining material usage, standard cost updates, inventory valuation, and margin performance across products and jobs.
• Support month-end close by recording journal entries, reconciling general ledger accounts, and ensuring jobs are closed correctly.
• Evaluate financial and operating results through detailed variance analysis, trend reviews, and quote-to-cash performance tracking.
• Maintain fixed asset records, accounting policies, control procedures, and organized electronic documentation for audit readiness.
• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable activities to promote timely payments, prompt collections, and reliable cash flow management.
• Partner with leadership on pricing, capital spending, contract review, bonus calculations, and other financial decisions requiring business analysis.
• Coordinate audit support and assist with routine human resources administration, including benefits-related tasks and employee questions as needed.
• Demonstrated experience in plant or divisional controllership within a manufacturing environment, preferably supporting machine shop operations.
• Strong background in month-end close, financial reporting, cost accounting, and manufacturing cost analysis.
• Proven ability to build budgets, refresh forecasts, and interpret variances related to revenue, expenses, inventory, and margins.
• Hands-on knowledge of journal entries, general ledger reconciliations, fixed assets, and internal accounting controls.
• Capability to work through detailed transactional and operational data to identify issues and improve financial visibility.
• Experience using ERP systems; familiarity with Syteline is beneficial.
• Excellent organization, dependability, and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Strong communication and leadership skills, including the ability to work productively with cross-functional teams.