Plant Accountant / Plant Controller - Springfield Plywood

Swanson Group, Inc.•Springfield, OR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Plant Accountant / Plant Controller serves as the on-site financial leader and primary business partner to plant operations, responsible for the integrity of financial reporting, operational analysis, internal controls, and decision support for one or more manufacturing facilities. This role owns the full accounting cycle, provides timely and accurate financial results, and delivers actionable insights to improve profitability, efficiency, and cost control. The position collaborates closely with Plant Management and Corporate Finance to drive process improvements, strengthen internal controls, support system initiatives, and ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards. Based on experience and demonstrated leadership in manufacturing accounting and plant finance, this position may be titled Plant Controller, reflecting expanded responsibility for financial oversight, strategic partnership, and team leadership.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field required
Minimum 3+ years of accounting or financial analysis experience required
Advanced Excel and analytical skills
Strong problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Nice To Haves

Manufacturing accounting experience is strongly preferred (wood products industry a plus)
ERP experience (Infor M3 or equivalent) preferred

Responsibilities

Lead daily, weekly, monthly, and year-end close processes for assigned manufacturing locations
Prepare and analyze financial statements, variance reporting, and operational KPIs
Ensure accuracy of the general ledger, reconciliations, and supporting schedules
Maintain compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies
Partner with plant management to monitor production performance, labor, inventory, and cost drivers
Perform standard costing, margin analysis, and manufacturing variance analysis
Develop tools and dashboards to improve operational visibility and decision-making
Provide actionable recommendations to improve profitability and efficiency
Maintain strong internal controls and safeguard company assets
Oversee intercompany transactions and balance sheet integrity
Maintain fixed asset and capital project accounting
Support environmental, regulatory, and reporting requirements (including DEQ/Title V tracking as applicable)
Act as the primary financial advisor to plant leadership
Communicate risks, opportunities, and financial trends proactively
Support budgeting, forecasting, and annual planning processes
Lead or support cross-functional initiatives and special projects
Coordinate site support for annual financial statement audits and tax schedules
Manage non-routine financial tasks and special projects as assigned by Corporate Finance
Provide ad hoc financial analysis and decision support
Present a professional, well-groomed appearance in accordance with company office standards.
Cross train to back up other office personnel. Trasks may include credit, cash, AP or other general office tasks.
Perform other duties as assigned by Corporate Controller, V.P. of Finance/CFO and other company executives.