Plant Controller

Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, finance, or related quantitative field
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing organization; previous plant controllership experience highly preferred
Proven ability to manage and lead direct reports
Attention to detail and high level of accuracy; Ability to follow up on pending issues and meet tight deadlines
Ability to drive business operating results
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Expert knowledge of Excel, Word and accounting systems is required
Demonstrated ability to plan and organize work activities, manage time efficiently and follow policies and procedures
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and accounting software (i.e. Microsoft Dynamics, SAP, or similar ERP system)
Ability to maintain confidentiality concerning financial data
Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with all levels of staff

Provide the financial leadership and decision support analysis necessary to maintain and improve profit margins
Responsible for all aspects of the month end close including the preparation of account reconciliations, the analysis of P&L fluctuations and the reporting of monthly financial statements
Develop and prepare financial and operational measurements and key performance indicators (KPIs) for incorporation into weekly and monthly operations reporting
Oversee adherence to accounting policies in consultation with the corporate finance team
Coordinate the plant’s annual budget process as well as monthly and quarterly revenue and profitability forecasting
Monitor and account for all capital projects, including the timely capture of all project commitments and the presentation of projections against budget to senior managers
Oversee the entire inventory cycle from the purchase of raw materials to the storage of finished goods
Manage all plant procurement and ensure that controls are in place to capture liabilities when goods are received, or services are rendered
Identify accruals, prepaid expenses, capital purchases and variances from budget as part of the month-end close process
Prepare and/or coordinate the filing of all state and local tax returns including, but not limited to, sales and use taxes
Ensure that SOX controls are followed, and appropriate documentation is retained
Provide leadership on specific projects and other tasks as assigned