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Job Description

Plant Controller position functions as a business partner with Plant and financial management to effectively manage and control the local business. The controller ensures accurate financial records and provides financial strategic insights to support business decisions. This position will lead the financial staff at the Plant and is accountable for plant-level responsibilities including general accounting, cost accounting, payables, receivables / billing, bill of materials, business analysis, and financial reporting.

Responsibilities :

Oversee and execute all aspects of accounting, including billing, accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger, and financial reporting.
Ensure month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes.
Prepare financial statements and present to the executive team
Monitor the company's annual budget in collaboration with the leadership team
Implement and conduct internal audits of the company's financial statements and processes to ensure accuracy.
Ensure the company is compliant with local, state, and federal reporting requirements and tax filings
Forecast financials to support strategic planning
Create detailed financial models to forecast future revenues, expenses, and cash flows.
Create models for budgeting, long-term planning, and scenario analysis.
Collaborate with the leadership team to develop financial strategies that support long-term goals
Stay up to date on financial regulations and ensure the company is compliant with any new financial regulations
Manage relationships with company accounting firms
Collaborate with the leadership team to identify opportunities for the company to improve its financial position.

Financial Statements and Financial Reporting skills

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

Lean Accounting experience a plus

Proficiency with ERP systems, including implementation and optimizations

Epicor experience a plus

Strong attention to detail and accuracy while keeping an eye on the big picture

Advanced Microsoft Excel and minimum 5-7 years experience in automated accounting system

Leadership and Management

Proven ability to recruit, train, coach, and motivate personnel to balance staffing strength with profitability and growth.

Strong leadership and management skills, and ability to create a positive work environment.

Able to build trust and respect quickly - both internally and externally.

Sets high standards of performance and consistently meets them.

Possesses a mind-set for continuous improvement.

Team-builder prepared to listen to and work collaboratively with the existing team.

Personal Characteristics

Leads by example with a strong work ethic and a “roll-up-your-sleeves” mentality.

Values people and organizations domestically and internationally.

Passionate and energetic with the ability to motivate and inspire.

Unquestionable ethics, integrity, intellectual honesty, and sound judgment.

Collaborative, down-to-earth, hands-on, genuine, and considerate of others

Goal oriented with a drive for putting things into action and seeking results.

Strong and active listener with superior oral and written communication skills.

Handles very challenging situations, including daunting tasks and complex interpersonal issues, with a calm, assured, unflagging approach.

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required.

MBA Preferred

CMA preferred.

Qualifications

5 years of experience in manufacturing industry

7 years of progressive accounting management experience, including at least 3 years as Controller or similar leadership role.

Cost Accounting experience

Able to challenge the status quo while being objective and maintaining effective relationships with other leaders.

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