Hiring For Plant Controller | Taloja

Job Title: Plant Controller

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Job Summary:

The Plant Controller is responsible for all financial and accounting activities at the manufacturing plant. This includes budgeting, forecasting, cost accounting, variance analysis, financial reporting, and internal controls. The Plant Controller partners closely with plant management and corporate finance to drive operational efficiency, cost control, and financial performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the financial operations of the plant, including month-end close, reporting, and analysis.
• Develop, monitor, and maintain cost accounting systems and inventory valuation.
• Analyze production costs, variances, and profitability by product line.
• Prepare and manage annual plant budgets and monthly forecasts.
• Partner with operations and supply chain teams to improve cost effectiveness.
• Monitor and maintain internal controls to ensure compliance with corporate policies and external regulations.
• Provide financial insight and support for capital expenditures and strategic projects.
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting of plant financials to corporate headquarters.
• Identify trends, risks, and opportunities and provide recommendations to plant leadership.
• Lead or participate in audits, both internal and external.
• Train and develop accounting staff at the plant level.
• Asset management and review required

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CA or MBA preferred).
• 5+ years of relevant experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong knowledge of cost accounting, inventory, and ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar).
• Solid understanding of IFRS and internal control frameworks.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and financial modeling.
• Advanced excel skills
• Experience in people & stakeholder’s management

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with lean manufacturing or Six Sigma.
• Knowledge of standard costing and activity-based costing.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives.
• Experience in a multi-site or international manufacturing environment.