Controller

Job SummaryThe Controller is responsible for overseeing all financial and accounting activities within the manufacturing facility. This role partners with plant operations leadership to manage budgeting, cost accounting, inventory control, financial reporting, forecasting, and operational performance analysis. The Plant Controller ensures compliance with company policies and accounting standards while driving financial efficiency and profitability.Key ResponsibilitiesPrepare and analyze monthly financial statements and plant performance reportsManage cost accounting functions, including standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory valuationDevelop annual budgets, forecasts, and financial models for plant operationsMonitor manufacturing KPIs such as labor efficiency, scrap, downtime, and production costsPartner with plant management to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve operational performanceEnsure accurate inventory accounting and oversee physical inventory counts and cycle countsMaintain internal controls and ensure compliance with GAAP and company financial policiesSupport capital expenditure planning and ROI analysis for plant investmentsLead month-end and year-end close processes for the facilityCoordinate audits and provide documentation for internal and external auditorsSupervise plant accounting staff and support employee developmentAnalyze trends and provide recommendations to senior leadershipQualificationsBachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related fieldCPA, CMA, or MBA preferred5+ years of accounting or finance experience in manufacturingStrong knowledge of cost accounting and inventory managementExperience with various ERP systemsAdvanced Excel and financial analysis skillsStrong communication and leadership abilitiesAbility to work cross-functionally with operations and supply chain teamsPreferred SkillsLean manufacturing or Six Sigma exposureExperience in multi-site manufacturing environmentsStrong analytical and problem-solving capabilitiesAbility to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environmentCompensation And BenefitsUp to $120,0003 weeks PTO + 48hrs SickMedicalDentalVisionShort Term Disability/Long Term DisabilityGroup Basic LifeVoluntary Life InsuranceHospital/Accident/Critical Illness CoveragePet InsuranceIdentity Theft and Legal Services Coverage401k with company matchGym Membership ReimbursementTobacco Cessation ReimbursementFor California ResidentsWe may collect the following categories of personal information in connection with the submission of your resume or application materials to us for employment, and if hired, your employment with us: identifiers (e.g., name, address, email address, birthdate); personal records (e.g., telephone number, signature, education information, criminal background information, passport number and visa information); consumer characteristics (e.g., sex, marital status, veteran status, race, disability, sexual orientation); professional or employment information (e.g., resume, cover letter, employment history, background check forms, references, certifications, transcripts and languages spoken); and inferences from personal information collected (e.g., a profile reflecting abilities and aptitudes).The above categories of personal information are collected for the following business purposes: performing recruitment and hiring services; processing interactions and transactions (e.g., to comply with federal and state laws requiring us to maintain certain records, managing the workforce); and security (e.g., detecting security incidents, protecting against fraudulent or illegal activity).For additional details and questions, contact us at hr@seawayplastics.com