Plant Controller

Plant Controller | Utilimaster | Landisville, PA

Regular Employee | Salary Exempt

Overview

As the Plant Controller for Utilimaster (An Aebi Schmidt Group brand) based in Landisville, PA, you will be accountable for overseeing and managing all accounting operations for the plant. A significant portion of your role will involve developing periodic financial reports and maintaining an adequate accounting records system.

In addition, you will also be involved with developing a comprehensive set of controls and budgets designed to mitigate risk, enhance the accuracy of The Shyft Group's reported financial results, and for ensuring that reported results comply with GAAP.

Core Responsibilities

• Oversee plant accounting operations and maintain accurate financial records
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and variance analysis
• Develop budgets, forecasts, and cost estimates for products and operations
• Monitor inventory accuracy and receivables to reduce financial risk
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, Sarbanes-Oxley, and internal controls
• Support audits, tax reporting, and government procurement requirements
• Provide financial insights to guide pricing strategies and strategic planning
• Lead process improvements and assist with special projects as needed

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or Business (CPA preferred)
• 5+ years of accounting experience; 2+ years in a manufacturing controller role, preferred
• Strong knowledge of financial reporting, forecasting, and compliance standards
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ERP/accounting systems
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and leadership skills
• Ability to collaborate across all levels and travel as needed

What Makes You Stand Out

• Proven ability to interpret economic trends and anticipate business impact
• Experience developing overhead and labor standards in manufacturing

Why The Shyft Group?
Our people are our greatest asset, and your success is our success! That's why we provide comprehensive benefits that support your health, financial security, and work-life balance-so you can thrive both personally and professionally.

• Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA, Wellness Plan
• Financial Security: 401(k) with match, Disability, Life Insurance
• Work/Life & Growth: Educational Reimbursement, EAP, Dependent Care.

At The Shyft Group, we don't just offer benefits-we invest in your well-being. Join us and experience the difference!

Who we are:
The Shyft Group is the North American leader in specialty vehicles, including last-mile delivery vans, work trucks, and motorhome chassis. Our 10 brands- Utilimaster, Blue Arc, Royal Truck Body, DuraMag, Magnum, Strobes-R-Us, Spartan RV Chassis, Red Diamond, Builtmore and Independent Truck Upfitters-are powered by 3,000+ team members across the U.S. and Canada.

Backed by 50 years of innovation and a supportive, entrepreneurial culture, we're leading the way in electrification and proudly ranked among Fortune's 100 Fastest Growing Companies.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

The Shyft Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified Individual with a Disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply, please email us at careers@theshyftgroup.com.

The Shyft Group is an E-Verify Employer

Shyft uses E-Verify, which is an online system operated by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility and validate social security numbers. Through participation in the E-Verify program, information entered on Form I-9 will be provided and compared to information available at both of these agencies. See posters for more details. E-Verify Notice U.S. Right to Work Notice.