Plant Controller - Jiujiang at Kids2

, , China -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 Oct, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial Leadership, Strategic Partnership, Financial Planning, Forecasting, Cost Accounting, Manufacturing Analysis, Operational Efficiency, Productivity, Capital Investment, Asset Management, Financial Controls, Compliance, Risk Management, Decision Support, Business Case Development, Reporting, Communication

Industry

Manufacturing

Description

At Kids2, we’re really good at what we do. And when we’re great at our jobs, we help parents be great at their jobs. Parenting is demanding, and that’s where we come in. We want to reimagine how brands can make it easier for early stage parents – not by just selling them products, but by providing holistic solutions that transcend borders, categories and aisles. No matter our title or department, at Kids2, our job is to create more tiny wins for parents, so they can create bright futures for their little ones. That’s a big task! We’re serious about what we do, AND we love to have fun. Our team is hardworking, entrepreneurial, and passionate about helping families create millions, if not billions of tiny wins. SUMMARY The Plant Controller serves as the senior financial leader for Kids2’s wholly owned manufacturing facility in Jiujiang, China, supporting a ~$50MM annual revenue operation. This role combines plant controlling responsibilities with advanced financial planning and analysis (FP&A), providing strategic financial leadership, operational insights, and cost management expertise. The Plant Controller will be a key business partner to the Plant Manager and global finance leadership, driving performance, ensuring financial integrity, and supporting long-term growth and efficiency. This role also leads the local finance team and ensures robust compliance, internal controls, and risk mitigation. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1. Financial Leadership & Strategic Partnership Act as the financial steward of the plant, ensuring accurate reporting, compliance, and strategic alignment. Partner with Plant Manager and global finance to drive operational excellence and financial performance. Lead cross-functional initiatives to improve cost structure, profitability, and asset utilization. 2. Financial Planning, Forecasting & Analysis Own the plant’s annual budget, quarterly forecasts, and monthly performance reviews. Develop and maintain dynamic financial models to support scenario planning and decision-making. Translate operational KPIs into actionable financial insights for leadership. 3. Cost Accounting & Manufacturing Analysis Oversee standard costing, BOMs, routings, and cost roll-ups in ERP systems. Perform detailed variance analysis (PPV, labor, overhead, scrap, yield) and root cause investigations. Lead cost reduction initiatives across materials, labor, and overhead. 4. Operational Efficiency & Productivity Analyze departmental and process-level productivity to identify improvement opportunities. Support Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen initiatives with financial impact assessments. Develop and maintain dashboards for throughput, efficiency, and waste reduction. 5. Capital Investment & Asset Management Evaluate and approve capital expenditure proposals using NPV, IRR, and payback metrics. Monitor project execution, budget adherence, and post-investment benefit realization. Ensure alignment of CapEx with strategic and operational priorities. 6. Financial Controls, Compliance & Risk Management Ensure full compliance with corporate accounting policies, internal controls, and regulatory requirements. Lead month-end close processes in coordination with local and regional accounting teams. Proactively identify and mitigate financial risks, including fraud, misstatement, and operational exposure. Support internal and external audits, ensuring timely resolution of findings and implementation of corrective actions. 7. Decision Support & Business Case Development Provide financial analysis for make vs. buy, insourcing/outsourcing, and supplier transitions. Assess impact of tariffs, FX, and material substitutions on cost and margin. Lead “what-if” modeling to support strategic and operational decisions. 8. Reporting & Communication Deliver clear, concise, and actionable financial reports to plant and corporate leadership. Present financial updates in weekly operations reviews and leadership meetings. Educate non-financial stakeholders on financial drivers and performance metrics. 9. Leadership & Team Management Lead, mentor, and develop the local finance team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Set clear goals and expectations, conduct performance reviews, and support career development. Promote ethical standards, financial discipline, and operational transparency across the plant. QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE • 10+ years of progressive finance experience, with at least 5 years in a plant controller or manufacturing finance leadership role. • Proven leadership experience managing finance teams in a manufacturing environment. • Expertise in cost accounting, manufacturing operations, financial controls, and compliance. • Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills with a hands-on approach. • Analytical mindset with strong business acumen. • Ability to influence without direct authority. • High attention to detail with the ability to see the big picture. • Proactive problem solver who can operate in a fast-paced, result-oriented environment. EDUCATION & SKILLS • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field; CPA/ACCA/CMA preferred. • Strong understanding of cost accounting, manufacturing operations, and lean principles. • Advanced Excel and financial modeling skills; ERP experience required (SAP preferred). • Fluent in Mandarin and proficient in English. • Strong interpersonal and communication skills. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS N/A COMPUTER/TECHNICAL SKILLS Must be Proficient in Microsoft Excel & working knowledge of PowerPoint PHYSICAL DEMANDS While performing the duties of this job, the team member is regularly required to talk or hear. The team member frequently is required to sit; have flexible use of hands; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The team members are occasionally required to stand, walk, and taste or smell. The team members must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 - 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT General office environment We offer competitive pay, flexible hours, and generous benefits. Plus, to keep things fun (because we are all kids at heart), we offer a host of team member activities and philanthropic efforts throughout the year and company-wide awards and recognition for a job well done! Check out our website at www.kids2.com and our social media pages on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram for more information and open positions in the career section. Drug Free Workplace M/F/D/V Kids2 is a global company that designs solutions to help early-stage parents and families create tiny wins that build bright futures. The Kids2™ brand portfolio includes the leading infant, baby, and toddler brands Baby Einstein®, Bright Starts®, and Ingenuity®. Headquartered in Atlanta, Kids2 spans globally with 12 offices on four continents serving customers in more than 90 countries and has been inventing and reinventing baby products for 50 years. Led by CEO Ryan Gunnigle, it operates with an agile start-up approach, which fosters the company’s growing success.

Responsibilities

The Plant Controller serves as the senior financial leader for Kids2’s manufacturing facility, providing strategic financial leadership and operational insights. This role involves overseeing financial planning, cost management, and ensuring compliance and risk mitigation.