Multi-Site Controller

Fairfield, CA

$120-135K + 15% bonus

Our client is seeking a Multi-site Controller to function as a key business partner and member of the plant leadership team in a large sized plant. This Controller will perform and coordinate all plant accounting and financial activities to ensure the financial integrity of plant operations. This role will lead the analysis of financial information, advise and support management in long-term strategic financial decision making related to production planning, procurement and investments for the plant.  Oversite of plant finance and accounting activities for 7 plants.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as a business partner driving profitability.  Provide financial direction and support to management regarding financial planning, budgeting, accruals and investment activities of the plant.


• Measure performance and communicate results with continuous improvement.


• Ensure plant management understands operational levers that affect plant profitability.


• Develop direct reports, growth plans and effective goals.


• Ensure accurate and timely financial management reports.


• Utilize data from key financial systems to support decision making/actions.


• Forecasting/budgeting activities.

Job Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Finance, Business Administration or Accounting required.  Masters degree and/or CMA/CPA certification preferred.


• 8-10_ years of progressive experience as plant controller or cost manager in a manufacturing environment, plant manufacturing and cost accounting experience preferred.


• Multi-site experience highly desired.


• High level of proficiency in Excel spreadsheets and MRP/ERP systems, SAP R/3 experience (FI, CO, MM and PP modules) preferred.


• Experience developing and leading annual budget, periodic forecasting and monthly closing process.


• Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership technique, production methods and coordination of people and resources.


• Previous experience with SOX/GAAP accounting environment preferred.