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Robert Half Plant Controller in Wethersfield, Connecticut
Description
Role: Plant Controller
Location: Wethersfield, CT
Industry: Manufacturing
Employment Type: Full‑Time | Onsite
Recruiter Contact: Ryan Genua Ryan.Genua@Roberthalf com
Job Posting: RG0013409491
Position Overview
A large and well-established manufacturing organization is seeking a Plant Controller to oversee financial operations at a high‑volume production facility. This role partners closely with plant leadership to drive financial performance, operational efficiency, and cost control while ensuring strong internal controls and accurate reporting.
The ideal candidate brings a hands-on manufacturing finance background, strong cost accounting expertise, and the ability to support inventory-intensive operations in a dynamic plant environment.
Key Responsibilities
Serve as the primary financial leader for the manufacturing facility, partnering with plant leadership on operational and financial decision‑making
Oversee plant-level accounting, close processes, forecasting, and budgeting activities
Manage standard costing, cost variance analysis, labor and overhead absorption, and margin analysis
Lead inventory accounting and controls, including cycle counts, physical inventories, and reconciliation
Support inventory planning, stock builds, and excess & obsolete (E& O) inventory management
Analyze production, inventory, and operational KPIs to identify risks, trends, and improvement opportunities
Ensure compliance with internal controls, company policies, and GAAP requirements
Collaborate with supply chain, operations, and corporate finance teams on planning and performance initiatives
Assist with audit support and internal/external reporting as required
If you meet these requirements and are interested in this great opportunity, please email your resume in confidence to Ryan Genua at Ryan.Genua@roberthalf com. All inquiries are confidential. At Robert Half we never distribute your resume without your permission.
Requirements
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
7+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience within a manufacturing environment
Proven experience as a Plant Controller, Cost Accounting Manager, or similar leadership role
Strong background in cost accounting, inventory management, and manufacturing financial operations
Experience with inventory planning, stock builds, and excess & obsolete inventory management
Advanced Excel skills; ERP system experience required
Ability to work onsite and partner closely with plant and operations leadership
Preferred Qualifications
CPA, CMA, or MBA
Experience in high‑volume or complex manufacturing environments
Exposure to multi-site or matrixed organizations
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