Join Kettle Cuisine, a leading food and beverage manufacturer, as our Plant Controller and be the financial backbone of our operations! In this pivotal role, you will oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis to ensure efficient production and profitability. If you are a numbers guru with a passion for the culinary arts, come thrive in our dynamic team and help us craft excellence, one delicious dish at a time!

Job Summary

The Plant Controller plays a pivotal role in ensuring the financial health and operational efficiency of the plant. They are responsible for overseeing various financial aspects including inventory control, overhead management, and supporting the site's productivity agenda. The ideal candidate will possess a strong financial acumen coupled with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Working with the site leadership team, build plans that deliver improved EBITDA.
• Design and deliver daily, weekly and monthly performance reporting with a clear focus on driving improved performance and delivering commitments.
• Develop effective loss analysis and work cross-functionally to drive the continuous improvement agenda. Ensure a robust productivity pipeline is in place.
• Evaluate capital investment proposals and track capital spending.
• Help the team manage overhead costs. Work with them to identify waste and challenge spending.
• Ensure robust controls are in place across the site.
• Understand how the ERP works. Understand and review inventory and job close transactions to ensure the accuracy of and be able to explain monthly material variances.
• Monitor cycle counts to ensure accuracy of inventory records and reconcile any discrepancies.
• Build financial acumen across the site by training and developing at all levels.
• Contribute to the site leadership team beyond the Finance agenda. Lead cross-functional projects and take on additional responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience

• 5 years of experience in Finance, preferably including experience as a Site/Plant Controller
• Experience in Food preferred.
• Bachelor’s or graduate degree in Business or related discipline

Required Attributes

• Proven ability to build financial plans and deliver insight through analysis.
• Commitment to financial controls
• Excellent communication and influencing skills.
• Drive to make a difference.
• Proven ability to collaborate and work across sites.
• Superior Excel skills and the ability to learn new systems.
• Ability to multi-task, make quick decisions and work under short timelines.
• Creative problem-solving skills
• Courage and curiosity