Description Position Title:

Plant Controller Department:

Accounting Location:

Plainwell, MI Salary Class:

Exempt Purpose & Scope:

Accountable for all financial aspects and controls of the plant

Principle Responsibilities:

List and describe (in order of importance) the specific tasks, assignments, level of discretionary authority and/or functions performed. Ensure optimum performance of the function. Recommend and implement techniques to improve productivity, increase efficiencies and ensure effective controls. Lead the accounting and purchasing teams at the plant Responsible for all accounting functions at the plant

• these include cattle payables, invoicing, budgets, expense reporting, inventory reconciliation, weekly P&L reporting, variance analysis, capital spending and payback analysis, as well as other numerous daily, weekly and monthly management reports Responsible for all purchasing functions at the plant
• these include maintaining and controlling appropriate supply, MRO and packaging inventories, PO processing, driving cost savings initiatives, and all other purchasing responsibilities Complete monthly, quarterly and annual financials and associated requirements accurately and timely Ensure the plant is compliant in all Sox controls Provide financial expertise to the general manager and plant management team•provide insights into profitability Collaborate with cross functional departments to problem solve and establish procedures and action plans to achieve targeted results

Working Conditions:

General office environment Production setting

Requirements:

Describe necessary knowledge or skills, and type and amount of formal schooling, and work experience normally required to obtain these. Do not describe your own particular background.

Education :

B.S. Degree in Accounting or Finance or related field

Experience :

5 years accounting experience or equivalent knowledge & ability

Special Skills :

Computer skills and good interpersonal skills a must Through knowledge of Accounting principles and procedures Prior Meat Cost Accounting or Plant Controller experience desired

Relationships Internal:

Daily communication with other departments and corporate

External:

Communication with external auditors, suppliers and customers

Manages:

Plant accounting team Purchasing team EOE/Vets/Disability