Plant Accounting Supervisor
Plant Accounting Supervisor| Lead Finance at a Key Manufacturing Site
Are you a seasoned accounting leader with deep experience in standard cost accounting? Our client, a respected name in the food manufacturing industry, is searching for a Plant Controller to join one of their largest and most strategically important locations. With six U.S. plant operations and growing market share, this is your opportunity to become part of a stable and long-standing organization.
Position : Plant Accounting Supervisor
Controller
Location : Bartlett area (On-site)
Compensation : $100,000 - $140,000 base salary
Why This Accounting Supervisor opportunity Stands Out :
Competitive Compensation : Base salary up to $140K with a 15% bonus plan (historically pays out at least 50% if not 100%+ of plan)
Strong Benefits : Health, dental, vision, and 401K match (50% up to 6%)
High Visibility : Work closely with the Corporate HQ out of state and Plant GM on site
Career Longevity : Many division and corporate controllers have been with the company for decades
Stability & Simplicity : Not flashy-just a reliable, mature business with products on shelves in most grocery stores
Annual Travel : One trip per year to a sunny and warm destination
Leadership Role : Lead a team of four accounting professionals
As the Accounting Supervisor you will o wn all financial activities for the division, including reporting, general ledger, AP, inventory, and learn cost accounting methods
Using Excel, take the trial balance further to deliver accurate and timely GAAP-compliant financial statements
Drive budgeting and forecasting tied to production volumes and utilities using Excel based reporting
Lead cost center analysis and operational cost accounting improvements
Modernize accounting processes and foster continuous improvement
Collaborate closely with the Corporate Controller and Plant GM to support strategic planning
Mentor and develop a few reports on your accounting team
What We're Looking for in a Plant Controller :
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA or MBA preferred)
7-10+ years of progressive accounting experience
At least 2 years of people management experience
Solid expertise in plant-level standard manufacturing cost accounting
This Plant Controller role is ideal for a hands-on leader ready to bring clarity and consistency to a key operation. If you're a grounded, strategic thinker who thrives in a no-frills, high-stakes environment, we want to hear from you.
Apply today to become the next Plant Controller and drive operational excellence where it matters most.
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Accounting Supervisor • Bartlett, IL, US