Description We are offering an exciting opportunity for a Plant Controller in Phillipsburg, New Jersey, United States. This role involves crucial finance functions in an industrial setting. As a Plant Controller, you will be expected to manage and oversee the financial activities of our plant operations, ensuring accuracy, efficiency and adherence to relevant regulations. Key Responsibilities: • Oversee internal audits, controls, and checks across all departments to ensure accurate and timely recording of all transactions and safeguard assets. • Establish and continually refine Standard Costing systems and processes. • Generate and issue monthly financial records in a timely manner. • Report on the financial results of the plant operations to both the corporate finance team and local management. • Provide detailed supporting information for management to use in evaluating business activities and making necessary adjustments. • Conduct detailed monthly analysis of cost of goods and operational expenses against plan and prior year, providing explanations and business solutions to drive the business and mitigate risks. • Lead a rotational inventory audit, including physical stock count. • Oversee plant-wide inventory control and management, performing analysis of variances identified during inventory cycle counts and annual physical inventory. • Provide guidance on data analytics and plant metrics for continuous improvement and best practice in overall cost recognition and control efforts. • Develop the annual operating budget for all plant departments and ongoing financial forecasts, considering factors such as volume, headcount, and operating efficiencies. Requirements • Experience in 'Auditing' and overseeing 'Budget Processes' is required. • Must hold a clear understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting. • Proven ability to develop and implement financial controls and processes. • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. • Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2024 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .