Job Opening — ASSISTANT PLANT CONTROLLER
To apply send resume to Kim Adler at kim@corporatecollaborations.com
In this role, you will be responsible for a number finance and accounting assignments and will be expected to fully engage in assisting plant management in meeting financial objectives. We are seeking a skilled, financial professional who has experience in a plant setting, understands manufacturing processes and has the ability to integrate finance and operations. This position reports directly to the Plant Controller.
Our employees are critical to our on-going success. Our finance organization is comprised of individuals who are experts in their discipline, actively engage with operations to identify ways to improve production efficiencies, realize cost savings, drive change to achieve financial / production goals and implement rigorous internal controls. High moral and ethical standards, integrity and a commitment to excellence are some of the characteristics that we value on the finance team. If you have a desire to work for an organization such as ours, then we would like to speak with you.
Description
The Assistant Plant Controller is responsible for the following.
Month-End Close & Inventory Reconciliation
Month-end closing responsibilities including reconciling accounts, reporting and analyzing variances to budget and forecast, and generating closing entries and reports.
Inventory control and reconciliation, including reviewing or auditing the adherence to cycle count procedures, participating in the annual physical inventory and reconciling inventory transactions.
Fixed asset control and reconciliation including conducting physical inventory counts.
Assist with the capital process including reviewing capital project requests, identifying obsolescence and project expenses, preparing financial justifications, and ensuring timely creation of assets in SAP.
Budget Preparation, Forecasts, Reporting & Financial Analysis
Assist in developing the annual plant budget, including creating standard costs and updating SAP with new standards & budget period expenses.
Assist in developing monthly plant full year forecasts and analyzing variances to budget.
Support the weekly estimate process through reporting actual weekly performance and providing projections for the month to the plant controller.
Support the plant in generating or quantifying cost savings opportunities and support the plant management team in the implementation of cost reduction initiatives.
Prepare plant reports on production and key performance indicators.
Report plants operating results and provide analysis for plant management.
Analyze changes in product design, raw materials, and manufacturing methods to determine cost impact.
Internal Controls & Compliance
Assist with the review and audit of internal control procedures in order to sustain SOX compliance and manage/minimize financial risk at the facility.
Assist with plant internal and external financial and operational audits and address any audit findings with the plant controller; participate with compliance certifications and reconciliations as required.
Respond quickly and accurately to customer requests, including special projects and other duties or analysis as requested by plant or divisional leadership; research and resolve day-to-day issues related to general ledger accounts.
Train and assist plant personnel on the proper reporting of production activities.
Serve as back-up for others on the plant finance & accounting team.
Required Qualifications and Skills
The ideal candidate will have progressed through manufacturing finance operations, be capable of identifying cost savings opportunities, and have demonstrated success in implementing process improvements and plant optimization. We are looking for a finance professional who enjoys being part of a dynamic manufacturing organization and seeks to play an active role on the plant leadership team.
Bachelor degree in accounting or finance
CMA, CPA or other professional certification
Proficiency with SAP highly preferred
At least five years of accounting/finance experience in a manufacturing environment or in public accounting, including experience in standard costing, cost accounting, inventory control, monthly closing and reporting/analysis
Proven operational leadership, especially in implementing and supporting change
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Capable of working independently and managing multiple priorities; must be a self-starter and take the initiative in completing projects and assignments
Excellent written and verbal communications with the ability to share knowledge at appropriate levels of the organization
Customer focused with strong attention to detail and capable of delivering accurate, quality results in a timely, consistent, and professional manner
Strong interpersonal and team building skills including the ability to interact comfortably and respectfully with all levels of plant and corporate personnel
Prior experience managing others, either in a project/team or direct reporting relationship, with proven ability to successfully manage and resolve conflict
Advanced Microsoft Office skills
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Location
West Virginia | Compensation
$80K |
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Industry
Consumer Products Manufacturer | Opportunity Date
June 22, 2010 |
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