The Plant Controller plays a pivotal role in ensuring the financial health and operational efficiency of the production facility. The candidate's primary responsibilities will be to oversee the financial functions at the production facility including cost accounting, inventory control, accounts payable, billing and preparation of the facility's financial and other control reports. Sets standards for the conduct of accounting work and required performance and also supervises compliance with such standards. This individual will also be involved in a number of ad-hoc projects.
Key Responsibilities of this Role:
Provide accounting and finance leadership and direction to the facility
Oversee the maintenance and closing of the facility's general ledger and sub-ledgers
Provide impactful financial statement analysis
Design and implement process improvements and best practices
Preparation of accounting and reporting deliverable as well as various management reports
Partner with FP&A teams to analyze business results in detail
Administer the development of detailed forecasts and annual budgets
Control and monitor the processing of capital expenditure and maintenance projects in accordance with company policy
Collaborative interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships at all levels of the organization.
Support external quarterly reviews and year-end audits (financial and statutory)
Manage and develop the cost accounting function ensuring all costs and standards are updated and correct
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to seek resources as needed.
Must understand process flows and have an above average understanding of process capabilities within their facilities.
Formulate and establish labor and overhead standards and update financial reporting systems
Maintain internal control procedures and ensure compliance with SOX requirements
Assist with Ad-hoc assignments and special projects
Experience and Skills Required:
7+ years of experience
Working knowledge/navigation of accounting applications
BS in Accounting or Finance
CPA or MBA a plus
Experience in commercial or food manufacturing industry a plusSAP experience preferred
Results orientated, flexible, resourceful, and self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple deliverables
Strong analytical skills and initiative
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Must be detail oriented and experienced in follow-through and completion of projects
Strong time-management skills, and ability to adhere to accounting close timelines
Experienced in managing and driving improvements and change within a finance function
Ability to work independently and adhere to tight deadlines
Proficiency in Excel and other applications
Experience with Oracle general ledger, Cognos and production planning and accounting systems a plus