Assistant Controller/Plant Controller

Our client is a manufacturing company seeking an Assistant Plant Controller to support the financial operations of a busy manufacturing facility. This position will partner closely with plant leadership and the Corp Controller to drive accurate financial reporting, inventory management, cost accounting, and operational decision-making. The ideal candidate will have strong manufacturing accounting experience and be comfortable working in a hands-on environment where they can influence processes and support continued growth.

Why you will love this role:
Strategic Impact: Work directly with the Controller to shape financial strategy and operational excellence.
Growth Trajectory: Join a company on the rise, with new programs and global expansion fueling momentum.
Innovation-Driven Culture: Be part of a team that values precision, progress, and pushing the boundaries of carbon technology.

Title: Assistant Plant Controller
Location: Wichita, KS Area – On-site
Potential Compensation: $90,000 to $125,000 + bonus

Key Responsibilities

• Support all plant accounting and financial reporting activities.
• Manage and mentor a team of 3 direct reports within the accounting function.
• Maintain and analyze inventory accounting, including inventory valuation, reserves, cycle counts, and physical inventories.
• Oversee and maintain product costing, standard costing, and cost roll-ups.
• Analyze variances related to labor, overhead, material usage, scrap, and production efficiency.
• Review and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) and routing structures to ensure costing accuracy.
• Support monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial analyses.
• Partner with operations, supply chain, engineering, and production teams to improve financial and operational performance.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and annual planning activities.
• Support project accounting initiatives, including capital projects, manufacturing improvement initiatives, and cost tracking.
• Develop and improve internal controls, accounting processes, and reporting capabilities.
• Assist with ERP enhancements, inventory controls, and process improvement projects.
• Provide financial analysis and recommendations to support strategic decision-making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 7-10+ years of accounting experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of: Inventory Accounting, Cost Accounting, Standard Costing, Bills of Materials (BOMs), Manufacturing Variance Analysis, Project Accounting, Experience supervising or mentoring staff.
• Experience with Oracle accounting systems and modules in GL, INV, AP, AR, CST, + WIP, strong Excel + UKG Kronos/Payroll systems