Plant Controller at KIK Consumer Products

Santa Fe Springs, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 May, 26

Salary

150000.0

Posted On

25 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial Reporting, GAAP Compliance, Budgeting, Forecasting, Financial Analysis, Cost Control, Inventory Controls, Variance Analysis, Fixed Assets Tracking, Audit Support, Oracle JDE, Microsoft Office, Problem-Solving, Financial Presentation, Collaboration, Decision-Making

Industry

Manufacturing

Description

We Create Products and Brands That People Trust to Clean, Sanitize, and Protect Their Homes and Pools When you join KIK Consumer Products, you’re joining a team that cares about the work we do and also about each other. We bring exceptional brands and products to consumers that help them protect the health and wellness of their families and the cleanliness of their homes and pools. We are committed to building a culture of performance driven by accountability, collaboration, and agility that enables timely fact-based decision-making and exceptional execution with unwavering ethics. As one of North America’s largest independent manufacturers of consumer products, KIK helps a large portfolio of brands and retailers bring their products to life. Your Role at KIK The Plant Controller reports to the Divisional Controller and serves as the onsite finance leader and strategic business partner to plant operations. This role leads planning, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis while ensuring compliance with corporate policies and GAAP standards. By translating financial data into clear business insights, the Plant Controller drives operational performance, strengthens cost control, and improves site results. This position partners closely with plant leadership and offers visibility to senior management, creating meaningful opportunity for impact and growth. What You’ll Do Financial Reporting & Close Lead monthly, quarterly, and year-end close in accordance with GAAP Maintain full income statement and balance sheet responsibility for the facility Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial records and internal controls Business Partnership & Analysis Provide daily and weekly financial reporting on production and spending metrics to the Plant Manager and leadership team Deliver operational financial analysis to corporate and plant stakeholders Develop actionable recommendations to improve profitability and performance Prepare ad hoc financial reporting and analysis as requested Cost & Inventory Management Manage inventory controls, including cycle counts, obsolescence monitoring, and inventory turns analysis Analyze production standards and investigate variances (labor, material, overhead) Support operational teams in identifying cost reduction opportunities Planning & Forecasting Lead the annual budget and monthly forecast process Compare actual performance against budget, prior year, and forecasts Identify risks and opportunities and communicate proactive solutions Assets & Compliance Track and safeguard fixed assets Support audits and prepare reports for regulatory and corporate requirements Ensure compliance with company policies and financial procedures What You’ll Bring Bachelor’s degree required; degree in Accounting or Finance preferred 3 or more years of accounting or finance experience in a manufacturing environment CPA preferred Experience in CPG operational accounting strongly preferred Strong analytical, problem-solving, and financial presentation skills Ability to influence and collaborate with operations leadership Proficiency in Microsoft Office; ERP experience required - Oracle JDE preferred Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment What You Will Get KIK offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including health, wellness, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. You can plan for your future with KIK's retirement savings options including employer match. KIK also recognizes the importance of continuing education and offers Education Assistance to our employees to encourage continued personal development and growth. We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. This position has a base salary range of $115,000 - $150,000 plus an annual incentive bonus or commission target (delete if not applicable). The actual salary may vary based upon several factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills/experience, time in the role, business line, and geographic/office location. About KIK We create the products and brands that people trust to clean, sanitize, and protect their homes, pools, and cars. We are one of North America’s largest independent consumer product manufacturers with 16 North American manufacturing facilities. We also operate globally in Canada, Europe, South Africa, and Australia. We are known for our portfolio of notable brands including Spic and Span® and Comet® cleaning products, Clorox® Pool&Spa™ (under license), BioGuard®, and Natural Chemistry® pool chemicals. We are also the #1 producer in North America of store-brand bleach and a leading private-label provider of laundry detergent and additives, dishwashing products, general-purpose cleaning, and other home care products. Our global team of over 2,300 employees drives our capabilities in product development, product formulation, strategic sourcing, manufacturing, packaging design, brand marketing, project management, quality assurance, compliance, distribution, and logistics. Our organization is constantly evolving and is driven by a set of “One KIK” values – a dedication to following through on commitments in a customer-focused, profit-motivated way; while never compromising on safety, ethics, or integrity. KIK is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. KIK does not discriminate against qualified applicants or employees based on race, color, age, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or uniformed services status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information or any other status protected by law. KIK is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application, or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of the job, please contact Human Resources immediately. Privacy Policy: https://www.kikcorp.com/privacy-policy-applicant

Responsibilities

The Plant Controller acts as the onsite finance leader, reporting to the Divisional Controller, and is responsible for leading planning, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis while ensuring compliance with GAAP standards. This role drives operational performance by translating financial data into clear business insights to strengthen cost control and improve site results.