Plant Controller

Century Mold has a significant North American footprint and currently has five manufacturing facilities, two sales and engineering offices and a Tool Shop, supporting sales of $220 million plus.

At Century Mold, we don't just mold parts, our customers come to us with their toughest challenges … and we mold solutions. The plastics industry is full of challenges and the Century Mold team prides themselves on their problem-solving capabilities. We strive to provide and deliver more not only for our customers but for our team as well.

Plant Controller Job Description

About the Role:

The Plant Controller is the financial business partner for leadership at the facility. This individual plays a pivotal role in overseeing financial operations and ensuring the successful execution of our plant’s strategy. This requires a forward-thinking individual with a strong financial background and a keen ability to adapt to change. The Plant Controller will work closely with plant management and cross-functional teams to provide financial insights, drive cost control, and support strategic initiatives.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Ø Develop, manage, and analyze plant financial statements, budgets, and forecasts.

Ø Provide accurate and timely financial reports to support decision-making and track performance against transformation goals.

Ø Analyze variances between budgeted and actual results, identifying opportunities.

Ø Monitor and control plant costs, including production, labor, and overhead expenses.

Ø Implement and oversee cost reduction initiatives and process improvements.

Ø Conduct detailed cost analysis and recommend strategies for cost optimization.

Ø Lead the annual budgeting process and periodic reforecasting efforts.

Ø Collaborate with leaders to set financial targets and ensure alignment with objectives.

Ø Evaluate financial performance and provide insights to support strategic planning.

Ø Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies, and regulatory requirements.

Ø Conduct regular audits and reviews to maintain financial accuracy and integrity.

Ø Address any discrepancies or issues in a timely manner.

Ø Act as a financial partner in the plant’s operational initiatives, providing financial analysis and support for new projects and process changes.

Ø Facilitate communication between finance and other departments to ensure smooth implementation of transformation plans.

Ø Monitor and report on the financial impact of transformation efforts.

Ø Other duties as assigned by management.

We would love to hear from you if:

Ø Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA or CMA certification preferred).

Ø Proven experience as a Controller or similar financial management role in a manufacturing environment.

Ø Strong understanding of cost accounting, financial analysis, and budgeting processes.

Ø Experience in managing financial aspects of significant organizational changes or transformations.

Ø Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Office Suite; experience with ERP systems is a plus.

Ø Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Ø Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Why You’ll Love Working for Century Mold:

·        We reward our employees. The salary range for this position is market competitive and is based on relevant years of experience and skills. Employees may qualify for a bonus program in addition to base salary; bonus amounts are determined based on company and individual performance. 

·        We care about our employee’s well-being. In addition to direct compensation, we also offer a robust array of benefits to our employees; these include medical insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, as well as other great benefits to support your well-being. We also support our employees by offering 401(k) matching.