Plant Controller

The Plant Controller is an impactful leader that manages the Accounting and Finance operations consistent with the Company's business plan. Specifically, this is the key financial partner to the plant managers as the business grows both top and bottom line. This is a hands-on operational accounting role that requires strength in product cost accounting and inventory management in a job shop manufacturing environment. You will be equally comfortable on the plant floor investigating production variances as you are creating and analyzing detailed balance sheet reconciliations. This position manages tight deadlines, competing priorities and a full range of accounting activities including general ledger, financial reporting, year-end and internal audit support, Sarbanes Oxley documentation/compliance, physical inventory counts, and support of budget and forecast activities. The role reports to the Director, BU Controller. Responsibilities Accountable for product costing and profitability analyses by customer and product
Responsible for all inventory management in relation to valuation (bill of materials, standard costs, and overhead rates), physical count accuracy, and provisions for excess and obsolete inventory
Responsible for the weekly and monthly orders, sales, profit, and working capital forecasts
Responsible for the preparation of the annual operating budget
Provides financial leadership that leads to improved working capital management
Completes monthly account reconciliations of all balance sheet and P&L accounts
Responsible for the reporting and improvement of various key performance indicators (P&L, balance sheet, and cash) and cash management activities
Prepares capital appropriation requests, monitors capital spending, and ensures adherence to corporate policies
Oversees all compliance with both internal and external auditors
Implements finance and accounting changes to improve productivity and reduce cost
Responsible for implementing and overseeing a robust internal control environment and ensures compliance with all SOX requirements Requirements 10+ years of proven, progressive Finance leadership, including global experience in an engineering-centric, product development, and delivery organization. Bachelor of Science in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration required
Master's in business administration preferred
Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or other certifications are a plus
A minimum of 8-12 years manufacturing or operational accounting experience
Knowledge of Hyperion Financial Management is a plus
Experience with ERP system implementation is a plus
Operational experience in a manufacturing environment is required