Controller Sandy

Job Details

Description

Scope of Role

The Plant Controller serves as the primary finance and accounting leader at the plant and is responsible for all the financial and accounting functions which includes : financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, costing, ad hoc reporting, maintenance of accounting records and capital planning.

This position is a key member of the plant management team and has a heavy focus on actively working with Plant Manager and other department leaders to drive the financial performance of the plant.

The ability to work independently is crucial as well as the ability to develop strong relationships and work as a team with every level of the organization through open communication.

This position reports directly to the Corporate Controller, with strong ties to the Plant Manager and other members of the plant management team.

Essential Duties / Responsibilities :

Prepares monthly and annual financial reports for management team

Completes month end close activities and reporting

Maintains accurate account reconciliations

Responsible for overall P&L management

Facilitates a weekly forecast meeting amongst department leaders to drive the plant’s financial performance

Promotes departmental involvement / collaboration in forming monthly forecasts and annual budgets

Monitors and reports variances to budget, forecasts and KPIs

Provides financial analysis and tracking for capital investments

Participates in the development of operational plans that align with overall financial objectives of the plant

Actively prepares timely and accurate financial data to provide meaningful and insightful analysis to the Plant Manager and department leaders to support plant operations or objectives

Promotes a culture where financial data is gathered and used to drive business decisions

Develops and maintains costing rates and system

Drives profitability improvements through product costing, variance analysis, and continuous improvements

Monitors proper valuation of inventories

Prepares any local, state or federal tax filings as needed

Supports internal and external audit requests

Manages and reviews all site level p-card and travel related expenditures

Assists shared services to ensure all Accounts Receivable are collected promptly, and Accounts Payable are paid in a timely manner

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Qualifications

5+ years of experience in finance or accounting within a manufacturing environment

Minimum Bachelor Degree in finance or accounting

CPA / MBA a plus

Experience with the ERP system IQMS a plus

Proficient in MS Office Suites with advanced computer skills in Excel a plus

Strong attention to detail

Strong inventory management skills

Excellent communication and analytical skills

Able to work in a dynamic environment with changing priorities

Be able to perform a variety of tasks and work under general supervision.

Ability to lead and work on cross-functional teams to support business operations

Must be a team player and willing to learn new skills and concepts

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions

Ability to interpret an extensive variety of financial information in an efficient manner