Plant Controller

Plant Controller (Manufacturing Operations – Aerospace)

Location: Glendale, AZ
Employment Type: Full-Time | Onsite
Reports To: Divisional Controller
Revenue Responsibility: $85M site + $486M aftermarket partnership

About the Opportunity

This position is the financial heartbeat of a high-performing aerospace manufacturing and repair site. The Senior Plant Accountant serves as the on-the-ground financial leader responsible for accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement across accounting operations, cost management, and forecasting.

You’ll oversee full-site accounting and reporting, partner with operations and engineering to drive cost efficiencies, and act as the financial conscience of the site—questioning spending, analyzing margins, and identifying opportunities to improve performance.

This role combines hands-on accounting leadership with strategic influence. It’s well-suited for an operationally minded accountant who thrives on solving complex financial puzzles in a regulated manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Leadership & Oversight

• Lead site-level financial operations including general ledger, AP/AR, fixed assets, and month-end close.

• Prepare and analyze monthly income statements and balance sheets; communicate results and variances to divisional leadership.

• Oversee internal controls (SOX) and compliance with FAR and CAS standards.

• Supervise and develop accounting staff; drive accountability and accuracy in reporting.

Operational & Cost Accounting

• Analyze manufacturing margins, labor billings, and repair/reuse cost trends.

• Partner with operations to identify process inefficiencies and cost-saving opportunities.

• Develop pricing and rate structures compliant with government contracts.

• Manage inventory valuation, cost standards, and capital projects.

Planning, Forecasting & Reporting

• Lead annual budgeting and forecasting processes with site and sales leadership.

• Build proactive reporting systems that support management decisions and operational visibility.

• Deliver insights that influence production, spending, and profit improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA or MBA preferred).

• 7–10 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably in aerospace, defense, or manufacturing environments.

• Deep understanding of cost accounting, government contract compliance (FAR/CAS), and internal controls (SOX).

• Proven ability to translate financial data into operational insights.

• High intellectual curiosity; challenges assumptions and looks for ways to improve outcomes.

• Strong communication and collaboration skills across operations, sales, and leadership.

Compensation & Benefits

The company offers a competitive total compensation package, including:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.

• 401(k) plan with 100% company match up to 5% of pay.

• Defined-contribution retirement plan (3% annual contribution).

• Paid time off, 13 company holidays, and parental leave.

• Career development, tuition reimbursement, and financial planning resources.

• Additional optional benefits including legal, identity, and pet protection.

About the Organization

A recognized leader in the aerospace industry, this company is committed to innovation, operational excellence, and the long-term success of its employees and customers. The Senior Plant Accountant will be a key partner in maintaining financial integrity and supporting continued growth.