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Roquette is a family-owned global leader in plant-based ingredients and a leading provider of pharmaceutical excipients.
Want to help us make a difference?
Using plant-based resources, we collaborate with our customers and partners to imagine and offer ingredients to better feed people and treat patients.
Each of our ingredients responds to unique and essential needs, and they enable healthier lifestyles.
We are looking for our next Plant Controller within our Finance team. Reporting to the Global HPS Operations Finance Business Partner, the USA HPS Plant Controller is responsible for maintaining the Plant’s cost accounting system, preparation of forecasts and ensuring the integrity of financial and operational data.
This position is located in Plaquemine, LA .
Compensation:
The current base salary range for this role is estimated to be $100,000 – 130,000.
The posted range reflects the full salary range for the position and does not necessarily represent the expected starting salary. New-hire offers are generally made below the maximum of the range and are determined based on several factors, including relevant experience, qualifications, skills, internal equity, and other job-related considerations. In addition, this position may be eligible for performance-based incentive compensation.
What You’ll Do:
- Monthly Analysis & Reporting
o Lead and coordinate financial analysis of manufacturing costs, including material, labor, overhead expenses, and waste to ensure plant efficiency and timely reporting of cost data.
o Conduct variance analysis between actual and standard to identify key business drivers in plant performance
o Support monthly close ensuring all cost-related transactions are recorded accurately while meeting reporting deadlines.
o Prepare monthly forecasts, management summaries and report plant metrics.
o Analyze financial data and prepare reports to identify trends and support business initiatives.
o Monitor and reconcile inventory accounts. Ensure accuracy of inventory valuations and collaborate with operations team to manage inventory levels.
o Highlight financial risks, opportunities, and performance trends to plant leadership and Finance management.
- Budgeting & Forecasting
o Prepare weekly/monthly reporting detailing variances to budget and forecast.
o Meet with department leaders across Engineering, Maintenance, Human Resources, other SG&A functions to review monthly spending, identify accruals based on contracts, invoices, purchase orders, and business activities.
o Support the forecast and budget process with timely inputs related to product volumes, purchases, fixed & variable costs per unit and cost of goods sold.
- Cost Management & Process Improvement
o Ensure accurate unit costing by maintaining appropriate supporting documentation and aligning calculations with approved costing assumptions.
o Lead standard and actual cost estimate reviews and identify opportunities for cost optimization and improved performance
o Coordinate with Supply Chain and plant teams to ensure the accuracy of process orders, inventory data, and related financial inputs
o Drive continuous improvement in plant finance processes, reporting net savings and controls.
o Ownership of overhead cost pool and absorption, as well as analysis of related costs and results.
- Business Partnering
o Partner closely with Plant Managers and plant leadership teams to identify opportunities for business improvement and stronger financial performance
o Provide financial guidance to non-finance stakeholders on accounting matters, accruals, and financial processes
o Act as the primary escalation point for plant finance issues.
o Serve as the bridge between plant’s Operations and Finance to ensure coordinated priorities, timely issue resolution, and consistent execution.
- Internal Controls & Compliance
o Support and uphold high standards of Internal Controls related to product costing and inventory as per Roquette’s standards
o Ensure consistent application of internal controls, accounting policies, and governance standards across sites.
o Serve as point of contact for internal and external audits and coordinate plant finance support as required
o Oversee inventory account reconciliations and timely resolution of control or reporting issues
o Promote strong compliance discipline and reporting integrity across all plants in scope.
- Project Involvement
o Lead or participate in finance projects and initiatives impacting plant operations
o Contribute to the implementation of new financial processes, systems, and best practices
What You’ll Need:
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, finance or other comparable disciplines
Experience:
We are seeking a driven person that has over seven years of experience within the manufacturing industry. This individual needs to have strong data extrapolation and reconciliation skills, and the ability to analyze manufacturing variances on a weekly and monthly basis.
Functional Competencies:
o Financial reporting and analysis
o Effective business communications
o Cost accounting and inventory management
o Internal controls and compliance
o Cross-functional business partnering
o Governance and process harmonization
In addition to financial competencies:
o MS Office advanced incl. Excel
o Knowledge about Power BI
o SAP FI/CO proficiency
Travel
- This position is expected to travel up to 25% of the time
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
- This is a full-time position. Days and flexible hours of work are required to meet facility demands.
At this time, Roquette is unable to sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.
Roquette is unable to support relocation for this role. Candidates must be located within a commutable distance of the office to which this role is aligned.
AAP/EEO Statement
Roquette is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. “AAP, EEO, Drug-Free Workplace”
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
If you identify yourself in this position, please apply by uploading your resume and let's start the journey together!
Roquette is proud to be a global company where you can find personal and professional growth through multiple diverse experiences.
Roquette strives to create a dynamic workforce while remaining firmly committed to equal opportunity by complying with EEO laws.
As we continue to grow, Roquette understands that to be successful we must always be inclusive in our approach.
To find out more about our products, values and sustainable development ambitions visit us at www.roquette.com and at www.sustainability.roquette.com
Roquette is a family-owned global leader in plant-based ingredients and a leading provider of pharmaceutical excipients.
Want to help us make a difference?
Using plant-based resources, we collaborate with our customers and partners to imagine and offer ingredients to better feed people and treat patients.
Each of our ingredients responds to unique and essential needs, and they enable healthier lifestyles.
We are looking for our next Plant Controller within our Finance team. Reporting to the Global HPS Operations Finance Business Partner, the USA HPS Plant Controller is responsible for maintaining the Plant’s cost accounting system, preparation of forecasts and ensuring the integrity of financial and operational data.
This position is located in Plaquemine, LA .
Compensation:
The current base salary range for this role is estimated to be $100,000 – 130,000.
The posted range reflects the full salary range for the position and does not necessarily represent the expected starting salary. New-hire offers are generally made below the maximum of the range and are determined based on several factors, including relevant experience, qualifications, skills, internal equity, and other job-related considerations. In addition, this position may be eligible for performance-based incentive compensation.
What You’ll Do:
- Monthly Analysis & Reporting
o Lead and coordinate financial analysis of manufacturing costs, including material, labor, overhead expenses, and waste to ensure plant efficiency and timely reporting of cost data.
o Conduct variance analysis between actual and standard to identify key business drivers in plant performance
o Support monthly close ensuring all cost-related transactions are recorded accurately while meeting reporting deadlines.
o Prepare monthly forecasts, management summaries and report plant metrics.
o Analyze financial data and prepare reports to identify trends and support business initiatives.
o Monitor and reconcile inventory accounts. Ensure accuracy of inventory valuations and collaborate with operations team to manage inventory levels.
o Highlight financial risks, opportunities, and performance trends to plant leadership and Finance management.
- Budgeting & Forecasting
o Prepare weekly/monthly reporting detailing variances to budget and forecast.
o Meet with department leaders across Engineering, Maintenance, Human Resources, other SG&A functions to review monthly spending, identify accruals based on contracts, invoices, purchase orders, and business activities.
o Support the forecast and budget process with timely inputs related to product volumes, purchases, fixed & variable costs per unit and cost of goods sold.
- Cost Management & Process Improvement
o Ensure accurate unit costing by maintaining appropriate supporting documentation and aligning calculations with approved costing assumptions.
o Lead standard and actual cost estimate reviews and identify opportunities for cost optimization and improved performance
o Coordinate with Supply Chain and plant teams to ensure the accuracy of process orders, inventory data, and related financial inputs
o Drive continuous improvement in plant finance processes, reporting net savings and controls.
o Ownership of overhead cost pool and absorption, as well as analysis of related costs and results.
- Business Partnering
o Partner closely with Plant Managers and plant leadership teams to identify opportunities for business improvement and stronger financial performance
o Provide financial guidance to non-finance stakeholders on accounting matters, accruals, and financial processes
o Act as the primary escalation point for plant finance issues.
o Serve as the bridge between plant’s Operations and Finance to ensure coordinated priorities, timely issue resolution, and consistent execution.
- Internal Controls & Compliance
o Support and uphold high standards of Internal Controls related to product costing and inventory as per Roquette’s standards
o Ensure consistent application of internal controls, accounting policies, and governance standards across sites.
o Serve as point of contact for internal and external audits and coordinate plant finance support as required
o Oversee inventory account reconciliations and timely resolution of control or reporting issues
o Promote strong compliance discipline and reporting integrity across all plants in scope.
- Project Involvement
o Lead or participate in finance projects and initiatives impacting plant operations
o Contribute to the implementation of new financial processes, systems, and best practices
What You’ll Need:
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, finance or other comparable disciplines
Experience:
We are seeking a driven person that has over seven years of experience within the manufacturing industry. This individual needs to have strong data extrapolation and reconciliation skills, and the ability to analyze manufacturing variances on a weekly and monthly basis.
Functional Competencies:
o Financial reporting and analysis
o Effective business communications
o Cost accounting and inventory management
o Internal controls and compliance
o Cross-functional business partnering
o Governance and process harmonization
In addition to financial competencies:
o MS Office advanced incl. Excel
o Knowledge about Power BI
o SAP FI/CO proficiency
Travel
- This position is expected to travel up to 25% of the time
Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
- This is a full-time position. Days and flexible hours of work are required to meet facility demands.
At this time, Roquette is unable to sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.
Roquette is unable to support relocation for this role. Candidates must be located within a commutable distance of the office to which this role is aligned.
AAP/EEO Statement
Roquette is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. “AAP, EEO, Drug-Free Workplace”
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
If you identify yourself in this position, please apply by uploading your resume and let's start the journey together!
Roquette is proud to be a global company where you can find personal and professional growth through multiple diverse experiences.
Roquette strives to create a dynamic workforce while remaining firmly committed to equal opportunity by complying with EEO laws.
As we continue to grow, Roquette understands that to be successful we must always be inclusive in our approach.
To find out more about our products, values and sustainable development ambitions visit us at www.roquette.com and at www.sustainability.roquette.com
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in assistant plant controller jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field
- Experience with cost accounting and standard costing in a manufacturing environment
- Proficiency in ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms
- Strong skills in Microsoft Excel for financial modeling and variance analysis
- Understanding of GAAP and financial reporting requirements
- CPA certification or active progress toward CPA preferred by most employers
Tips for Your Assistant Plant Controller Job Search
Quantify cost savings on your resume
Hiring managers for assistant plant controller roles want to see numbers, not duties. Replace phrases like 'assisted with cost analysis' with specific outcomes, such as variance reductions, inventory accuracy improvements, or month-end close time cuts you contributed to.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists assistant plant controller openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight ERP systems you have used
Most plant controller roles require hands-on experience with manufacturing ERP platforms. Name the specific systems you've worked in on your resume rather than listing 'ERP' generically, since recruiters often filter by platform when screening candidates.
Target postings that list cost accounting
Job titles vary widely, so search for 'plant controller,' 'manufacturing accountant,' and 'cost analyst' in addition to the exact title. Openings that mention standard costing, work-in-process, or overhead absorption are the strongest matches for this role.
Prepare for a plant floor walkthrough
Interviewers frequently ask assistant plant controller candidates to explain how they'd investigate a production variance they spotted on a report. Practice walking through your analytical process out loud, referencing actual cost data you've worked with.
Negotiate using total compensation context
When discussing offers, ask about annual bonus structure tied to plant performance metrics, since many manufacturing finance roles include bonuses linked to cost targets or efficiency goals. That context changes how you evaluate the base offer.
Assistant Plant Controller Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most assistant plant controllers?
The companies hiring the most assistant plant controllers right now include Augmentis, Ingersoll-Rand, and Jobot, with the largest share of openings in Ohio, Texas, and Michigan, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Manufacturing conglomerates and food and beverage producers consistently maintain the highest volume of open roles.
How many assistant plant controller jobs are remote?
About 47% of assistant plant controller openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of plant finance work. Sub-functions like financial reporting, consolidation, and budgeting coordination are most likely to offer hybrid or remote flexibility, while cost accounting tied to active production floors typically requires on-site presence.
How do you become an assistant plant controller?
Start with a degree in accounting or finance, then build experience in cost accounting or general manufacturing accounting roles. Gain hands-on exposure to ERP systems used in production environments. Earning your CPA strengthens your candidacy significantly. Moving into an assistant plant controller role typically follows two to four years in plant accounting, cost analyst, or staff accountant positions within a manufacturing company.
Can you get hired as an assistant plant controller with little experience?
Some manufacturers hire candidates with strong cost accounting fundamentals even without direct plant floor finance experience. Focus on roles at smaller facilities, where the scope is narrower and on-the-job learning is built into the position. Highlighting any inventory accounting, variance analysis, or ERP work from previous roles, even outside manufacturing, makes your application more competitive for entry-level plant controller openings.
What does the assistant plant controller interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a phone screen from HR covering your accounting background and ERP experience. A second round with the plant controller or finance director usually involves technical questions on standard costing, variance analysis, and month-end close procedures. Final rounds may include a plant tour and a conversation with operations leaders, since the role works closely with production and supply chain teams.
Where can I find and apply to assistant plant controller jobs?
You can find and apply to assistant plant controller jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your experience level and industry background, then apply directly to each listing that fits your situation.
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