Controller

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Manufacturing Plant Controller is responsible for managing the financial operations of the manufacturing plant. This role involves overseeing budgeting, cost control, financial reporting, working capital performance and compliance to ensure the plant’s financial health and alignment with organizational goals. The ideal candidate will work closely with plant leadership to drive cost efficiencies, ensure accurate financial records, and provide strategic financial insights.

FUNCTION AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Financial Planning & Reporting:

Develop and manage the plant’s annual budget, forecasts, and financial plans

Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements

Provide variance analysis and recommend corrective actions to improve financial performance

Cost Management:

Assist in the implementation of cost accounting

Once implemented, oversee cost accounting processes, including the analysis of production costs, material usage, labor, and overhead

Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities and process improvements

Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to plant operations

Compliance & Risk Management:

Ensure compliance with financial regulations, corporate policies, and internal controls

Prepare for and coordinate with external auditors

Identify and mitigate financial risks to the organization

Inventory & Asset Management:

Monitor inventory levels as well as those activities driving inventory levels as well as maintain accurate records of materials and finished goods

Identify and help drive working capital improvements

Oversee fixed asset accounting, including capital expenditure planning and tracking

Collaboration & Leadership:

Partner with plant managers and department heads to provide financial guidance and strategic recommendations

Serve as the primary liaison between the plant and corporate finance teams

Process Optimization:

Evaluate and improve financial processes, systems, and controls to enhance efficiency.

While this role will be resident at a plant, the plant controller will participate in and possibly lead company-wide finance process improvement initiatives

Leverage ERP and financial systems (e.g., Genius) for accurate data management and reporting.

REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS

Above average attention to detail

5-7 years of financial management experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment

Strong knowledge of cost accounting and operational finance

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CPA, CMA, or MBA preferred)

Strong problem analysis and resolution skills

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

An ability to manage multiple priorities

Strong team player

Confidentiality

Strong leader of change and continuous improvement

Above average attention to detail.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS: This job operates in an office environment and is largely sedentary. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, scanners, filing cabinets, and fax machines.

Alcom USA is proud of its diverse workforce and welcomes employees who speak one or more languages. As a necessity to safely and efficiently perform business operations, employees must be proficient in speaking and understanding English. Alcom will assess the level of fluency required on a job-by-job basis. Employees must be able to speak and understand English for job related communications and are otherwise welcome to speak their native or other language in the workplace.