Plant Controller

Job Title: Plant Controller 

Location: Salt Lake City, UT plant 
Reports To: AVP, Finance and Accounting 
Department: Finance 

Position Summary 

The Plant Controller is responsible for overseeing all financial activities at the plant level, ensuring accurate financial reporting, cost control, budgeting, and operational support. This role partners closely with plant leadership to drive financial performance, improve processes, and support strategic decision-making in a manufacturing environment. 

Key Responsibilities 

Financial Reporting & Controls 

• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for the plant 

• Ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, and internal controls 

• Maintain accurate inventory valuation, standard costing, and variance analysis 

• Oversee month-end close processes, including journal entries and reconciliations 

Cost Accounting & Analysis 

• Manage standard cost systems, including cost roll-ups and updates 

• Analyze manufacturing variances (labor, material, overhead) and recommend corrective actions 

• Monitor production costs, scrap, rework, and efficiency metrics 

• Support pricing, margin analysis, and profitability initiatives 

Budgeting & Forecasting 

• Lead the annual plant budget and periodic forecasts 

• Track actual results versus budget and forecast, explaining key variances 

• Partner with operations to develop cost reduction and productivity initiatives 

Operational & Strategic Support 

• Serve as a financial business partner to plant management and operations teams 

• Provide financial insights to support capital investment decisions 

• Evaluate ROI for capital projects and continuous improvement initiatives 

• Support audits, both internal and external 

Leadership & Process Improvement 

• Supervise and develop plant accounting staff (if applicable) 

• Drive continuous improvement in financial processes and reporting accuracy 

• Implement and enhance ERP and reporting systems as needed 

Qualifications 

Education & Experience 

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA or CMA preferred) 

• 5+ years of progressive accounting or finance experience in a manufacturing environment 

• Strong background in cost accounting and inventory management 

Skills & Competencies 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills 

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally 

• Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Excel 

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment 

• High attention to detail with a continuous improvement mindset 

Working Conditions 

• Manufacturing plant environment with regular interaction on the production floor 

• Occasional travel may be required 

 

At Daily’s, our mission is to bring excellence to the table. We are proud to live our core values every day.    

• We put people first.  

• We are committed to always doing the right thing.  

• We champion change.  

• We win through teamwork.   

• We prioritize safety.   

  

Daily’s Premium Meats is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law.