Interim Plant Controller

Job Description

Job Description

LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking an Interim Plant Controller to support the wind-down of a manufacturing division in the Triad area of North Carolina. This is a critical role for a profitable and stable manufacturer undergoing a strategic transition. The ideal candidate will be hands-on, detail-oriented, and experienced in manufacturing accounting, cost control, and financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee plant accounting operations, including general ledger, cost accounting, accounts payable, and accounts receivable

Prepare and analyze financial statements, cash flow reports, and P&L forecasts

Partner with leadership to establish budgets, forecasts, and operational benchmarks

Deliver actionable insights through financial analysis and performance reporting

Drive cost reduction initiatives, improve efficiency, and support strategic decisions

Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and federal, state, and local regulations

Maintain consistent accounting policies and procedures across programs

Support internal and external audits

Lead and mentor a team of 3-4 accounting professionals

Assist in developing financial strategies during the division wind-down

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Minimum 3 years of plant or manufacturing accounting experience in an Assistant Plant Controller or Plant Controller role

Strong proficiency in Excel and ERP systems

Proven ability to manage cost accounting, inventory control, and financial reporting

Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, term life and AD&D insurance, short-term and long-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, commuter benefits, wellness plans, and a 401k plan or a non-qualified deferred compensation plan. Available paid leave includes Personal Time Off (PTO) on an accrual basis and Paid Holidays.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and / or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable :

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

Pay Details : $45.00 to $70.00 per hour

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Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https : / / www- uat.lhh.com / us / en / candidate -privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and / or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable :

Massachusetts Candidates Only : It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.