Plant Controller

Job ID: 516812

Ash Grove family of companies is one of North America's leading cement manufacturers, with a legacy of innovation and excellence dating back to 1882. The company operates 12 world-class cement plants and a vast network of 41 terminals across the United States and Canada. Renowned for its forward-thinking approach, Ash Grove combines technical expertise, robust safety standards, and empowered talent to deliver high performance and better serve our customers. At Ash Grove, we stand together to reinvent the way our world is built.

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At Ash Grove Cement, people are our first priority. We offer a complete benefits package to include:

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Disability Pay

Life Insurance

Growth Opportunities and more! Summary:

The Plant Controller is a key member and strategic partner to both the plant management and corporate finance teams. The role will direct financial activities of the plant and manage communication of financial information to assist management. This position is a key role in the finance and operations teams; and is responsible for processes, operational improvements related to cost and inventory management, accounting and reporting operations to ensure the accuracy and completeness of inventory, capital spending and manufacturing costs. Regularly exposed to confidential information, requiring appropriate discretion. This is a fast paced, high-volume role with interaction with various levels of the organization including plant operations, leadership, strategy, procurement, and finance.

What you'll be contributing:

Promote and follow all plant safety guidelines.

Performs month end financial close; including journal entries, accruals & reconciliations for inventory, costs, and general ledger accounts.

Produces weekly, monthly and annual financial reports along with any ad-hoc reporting requests.

Coordinates site finance for manufacturing variances, costing, general ledger accounting, performance metrics, inventory valuation and analysis, forecasting and budgeting.

Leads financial review and analysis to communicate results to plant management.

Analyze, understands and explains variances in key performance indicators and manufacturing costs; including monthly and year to date comparisons to budget and prior year to drive cost reductions and improve profitability.

Leads preparation of monthly plant forecast and communicate projections to plant management and regional leadership through monthly review call.

Works with other departments on daily and monthly production reporting; including reconciliation of raw material receipts & usage, work in progress and finished goods.

Coordinates and oversees physical inventories.

Leads preparation of detailed plant operating budget.

Assists with annual capital budget and reconcile project spend throughout year to ensure projects and the plant meet budget targets; communicate spend progress to project manager and plant management team.

Maintains plant equipment and fixed asset listings.

Works with senior leadership.

Follows SOX procedures, maintain proper evidence for support and communicate with audit team.

Provides support and supervision for Payroll and Accounts Payable processes.

Supervises front office staff

Additional duties as assigned by supervisor. To succeed in this position, you will need:

4 year/Bachelors degree in accounting, finance, business administration, or related field is required

Manufacturing industry experience with focus on cost accounting. Previous supevisory experience is preferred

Minimum 3 years of experience in accounting, finance, business administration or closely related roles

Solid knowledge of U.S. GAAP

Strong communicator at all levels

Supervisory experience preferred

Skilled in Microsoft apps, especially Excel; able to use various software

Excellent organization skills

Sound judgment and decison-making

Works well independently and in teams.

Ability to read, write, and understand warning labels, instructions, signs, etc. What's next for you?

We provide stability and advancement opportunities across North America. Use our tuition reimbursement program to help you meet your career goals.

The above duties and responsibilities are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive. The physical demands, working environment, and other conditions of employment listed in this document are representative of but are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of the requirements for positions in this classification. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

What CRH Offers You

Highly competitive base pay

Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs

Group retirement savings program

Health and wellness programs

An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

Ash Grove Cement, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Date: Nov 3, 2025