Sr Plant Controller

At CJ Schwan’s, we don’t just make food — we help create moments that matter. From kids devouring pizza after soccer practice, to students laughing over dumplings in a cafeteria, to families enjoying pie during the holidays, our team members play an important role in bringing those everyday moments to life. Our portfolio includes iconic pizzas, global flavors and timeless desserts from brands like Red Baron®, bibigo®, Tony’s®, Big Daddy’s®, Freschetta®, Pagoda®, Edwards® and Mrs. Smith’s®. Enjoyed in homes, schools, restaurants and just about everywhere people shop and eat, our products reflect a commitment to quality, innovation and the power of food to bring people together. 

As the Senior Plant Financial Controller in Beaumont, CA you will lead all financial control and reporting functions to ensure assets are managed efficiently and profitably. As a core partner on the plant leadership team, you will deliver critical analysis, guide decision-making, and drive continuous improvement. You will ensure accurate, timely reporting in full compliance with US GAAP and company policies.

• →Lead and develop the plant accounting team; ensure accurate financial records and strong reporting discipline.
• →Strengthen accounting and performance reporting systems to identify variances and drive timely corrective action.
• →Provide financial insights to improve performance, reduce unit costs, and enhance cost control across materials, labor, and overhead.
• →Support capital planning, including financial evaluations and post-implementation reviews.
• →Deliver timely operational reporting (weekly, monthly, quarterly).
• →Design and enhance financial controls, management reporting, and business planning processes.
• →Partner with corporate finance on cost analysis, improvement initiatives, and best-practice sharing.
• →Ensure full compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and asset stewardship requirements.

• Bachelor’s degree; CPA/CMA/CIA preferred.
• 7+ years of relevant finance or plant accounting experience, ideally in manufacturing.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in MRP/ERP systems and advanced tools (e.g., SAP BW).
• Skilled in variance analysis, financial ratios, and trend detection.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication, leadership, and collaboration skills; able to influence and guide decision-makers.
• Lean Manufacturing/Six Sigma experience is a plus.