Plant Controller

Plant ControllerLocation: Coldwater, MI | Full-Time | On-SiteAt Clemens Food Group, we do business the right way with a deep commitment to integrity, stewardship, and the communities we serve. As a family-owned, values-driven pork producer, we believe that how we operate is just as important as what we produce. When you join CFG, you join a team that's focused on continuous improvement, collaboration, and creating long-term value for our people and our partners.This is not your typical Plant Controller role. Yes, you'll manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting but that's just the beginning. In this role, you'll be the financial voice of the plant, partnering closely with operations to reduce waste, improve processes, and drive smarter decisions on the floor. You'll lead financial insights that directly influence profitability and team performance, and you'll play a critical role in shaping a lean, high-performing finance team.What You'll DoPartner with operations, supply chain, and sales to drive value creationAnalyze P&L trends and identify opportunities to eliminate waste and improve performanceOwn the budgeting, forecasting, and weekly/monthly financial reporting processLead cost accounting team and ensure accuracy of costs and reportingSupport inventory reconciliation and internal control complianceGuide and grow a team of finance professionals focused on operational excellenceBuild financial storylines that help leaders understand the why behind the numbersWhat Makes This Role Exciting?High-Visibility: Regular exposure to operations leadership and cross-functional decision-makersImpact-Focused: 70% of the work centers on value creation, not just compliance or reportingTeam Influence: Help shape and build a team that mirrors your mindsetcollaborative, curious, and drivenWhat We're Looking ForWe're seeking a finance leader who thrives in a hands-on, fast-paced plant environment and is ready to own the business as if it were their own. Someone who doesn't wait for permission, who sees a gap, fills it, and keeps moving. This is a great role for someone ready to move from Sr. Analyst into Controller or who's been managing financial operations and wants more cross-functional influence.Skills & MindsetMust-Haves:Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field5+ years of experience in operations finance (manufacturing strongly preferred)Strong analytical and cost accounting skillsConfidence in building reports, analyzing data, and sharing clear financial insightsNice-to-Haves:SAP manufacturing costing experienceLean, Six Sigma, or CI exposure (Green/Black Belt, TPM training)CMA or CPA certificationExperience improving inventory or reconciliation processesMindset:Curious, proactive, and driven by resultsStrong communicator and influencer: can tell the story behind the numbersEnjoys solving problems with others and making processes betterFlexible and adaptive: thrives in evolving environmentsThis role offers a clear path into senior leadership. Previous team members have gone on to Director or Executive Director roles and with the right mindset and impact, you could too.