Plant Controller Salaries in Kitchener, ON
Alternate Job Titles: Plant Accounting Manager, Plant General and Cost Accounting Manager
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How much does a Plant Controller in Kitchener, ON make? The median annual Plant Controller salary in Kitchener, ON is C$157,969, as of June 25, 2026, with a range usually between C$137,709-C$181,278 not including bonus and benefit information and other factors that impact base pay. However, the salary for someone with the title Plant Controller may vary depending on a number of factors including industry, company size, location, years of experience and level of education. Our team of Certified Compensation Professionals has analyzed survey data collected from thousands of HR departments at companies of all sizes and industries to present this range of annual salaries for people with the job title Plant Controller in Kitchener, ON.
This chart describes the expected percentage of people who perform the job of Plant Controller in Kitchener, Ontario that make less than that annual salary. For example the median expected annual pay for a typical Plant Controller in Kitchener, ON is C$157,969, so 50% of the people who perform the job of Plant Controller in Kitchener, ON are expected to make less than C$157,969.
Source: HR Reported data as of June 25, 2026
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This chart describes the expected percentage of people who perform the job of Plant Controller in Kitchener, ON that make less than that salary. For example 50% of the people who perform the job of Plant Controller in Kitchener, ON are expected to make less than the median.
Source: HR Reported data as of June 25, 2026
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Manages all financial control and accounting activities of a plant including general and cost accounting, payables/receivables and payroll. Ensures the plant's financial control processes and systems comply with company policies, applicable regulations, and provide required information. Monitors plant operation results against operating plans and direct the preparation of financial, production output, and other reports used to measure and control plant activities and costs. Leads the plant financial and capital budgeting process. Recommends and implements programs to improve productivity, increase efficiencies, and reduce costs. May require a CPA. Requires a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or equivalent. Typically reports to top management. Manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. View full job description
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