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Plant Controller – New York, NY

Join a market-leading food manufacturing group known for producing authentic New York style bagels and high-quality cakes, supplying top retailers and foodservice channels nationwide. This is an exciting opportunity for a finance leader to drive process improvement, partner with operations, and support significant growth within an established organization backed by private equity.

Plant Controller Benefits & Compensation

• Competitive base salary with annual performance bonus potential
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off and holiday policy
• Exposure to executive leadership and a supportive, collaborative culture
• Significant career growth opportunities in a dynamic, evolving company

Plant Controller Requirements & Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in accounting or finance required
• Solid understanding of financial and operating aspects of manufacturing
• Proven experience implementing systems, processes, and controls
• Strong cost accounting and budgeting expertise
• Excellent communication, analytical, and leadership skills
• Experience with NetSuite and QuickBooks preferred
• Ability to work on-site in New York with limited travel
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines
• Experience in food manufacturing or with private equity-backed businesses is a plus

Plant Controller Preferred Background & Skills

• Experience working with private equity portfolio companies
• Background in food manufacturing environments

Plant Controller Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Partner with operations and corporate finance to implement and manage standard costing, including all SKU costings and efficiency analyses
• Lead implementation and continuity of inventory systems, processes, and controls
• Analyze plant labor, operational spending, and inventory balances to achieve optimal production levels
• Prepare accurate daily, weekly, and monthly plant performance reports
• Oversee the accounting close process (month-end, quarter-end, year-end) to meet deadlines
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver timely reporting of financial metrics, flash reports, and budget vs. actual analytics
• Play a key role in NetSuite Financials system implementation, including data migration, testing, and ongoing administration
• Supervise accounts receivable and payable, and maintain accurate inventory records and reconciliations
• Support the preparation of GAAP financial statements and enforce technical accounting policies and procedures

JOB ID: 169388

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Morgan Crawley

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