Assistant Plant Controller

Jostens; Clarksville (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K with immediate vesting

Paid time off

Job summary

Jostens is seeking an Assistant Plant Controller in Clarksville, TN to ensure accurate financial information, compliant processes, and timely reporting. You will participate in budgeting, forecasts, and billing oversight for the Clarksville plant and remote locations.

You will lead a small finance team, ensure SOX compliance, and collaborate with purchasing and HR to drive efficiency across the plant. A degree in financial accounting and 3–5 years of accounting experience are required.

Qualifications

• Financial accounting degree from accredited four-year institution.
• 3-5 years of accounting experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work effectively with all levels in the organization.
• Excellent mathematical and analytical abilities.
• Ability to meet deadlines, handle confidential data appropriately, and deal with multiple projects.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Access, and Accounting tools.
• Prefer Management/Supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and provide accurate and timely financial reports to management.
• Ensure all transactions are fiscally responsible and comply with all company and local/state/federal regulations.
• Manage yearbook billing function within Clarksville plant and oversee remote Billing locations.
• Develop annual plan and quarterly forecasts.
• Assist purchasing function for the location.
• Supervisory responsibilities including selection, promotion, transfer, pay and discipline of assigned personnel.
• Communicate duties clearly and manage performance reviews and improvement plans.
• Support development of assigned personnel’s skills and abilities.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Analytical abilities

Deadline-oriented

Education

Financial accounting degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Access

Accounting software

Job description

With 127 Years in business, Jostens has an outstanding record of leadership in the printing industry and an amazing team of professionals helping our customers celebrate their achievements! Come join our team of great people doing meaningful work!

ABOUT:

The Assistant Plant Controller role ensures that plant financial information is accurate and timely, that reports are consistent with general accounting principles, and that transactions are compliant with internal and external controls, including SOX. Incumbent participates in the plant department budgeting process, including efficiency monitoring.

YOU WILL:

• Prepare and provide accurate and timely financial reports to management
• Ensure all transactions are fiscally responsible and comply with all company and local/state/federal regulations
• Manage yearbook billing function within Clarksville plant and oversee remote Billing locations. Manage and develop staff members
• Develop annual plan and quarterly forecasts
• Assist purchasing function for the location
• SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Participate in decisions related to the selection, promotion, transfer, pay and discipline of assigned personnel.
  • Clearly communicate job duties and responsibilities to enable individuals to proceed with certainty in the performance of their positions.
  • Monitor the work performance of assigned personnel on a continual basis; conduct effective performance reviews; take corrective action whenever necessary and, where necessary, work with HR Generalists to establish performance improvement plans.
  • Support the development of assigned personnel’s skills and abilities, and demonstrate by personal example the desired standards of conduct (Jostens values) and work performance.
  • Identify and resolve skill gaps and succession issues.
  • Administer Company policies with regard to discipline, absenteeism, etc., in a fair and equitable manner, and fully document all incidents and actions taken.
  • Involve assigned HR Generalist on compliance issues such as pay equity, equal opportunity in hiring and promotions, and proper procedures for hiring, terminations, lay-offs, etc.

YOU HAVE:

• Financial accounting degree from accredited four-year institution
• 3-5 years of accounting experience
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work effectively with all levels in the organization
• Excellent mathematical and analytical abilities
• Ability to meet deadlines, handle confidential data appropriately, and deal with multiple projects
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Access, and Accounting tools
• Prefer Management/Supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment

LOVE WHERE YOU WORK:

• We care about your health.We offer competitive healthcare (health, dental, vision, coverage) in addition to voluntary benefits including home and car insurance, pet insurance, flexible spending account, amongst many more.
• We invest in your future.Our 401K plan has immediate vesting, so you can start saving for retirement right away.
• We want you to unplug when needed.We believe in taking your time off without guilt and offer accrued paid time off and company paid holidays. *For Washington residents, you will receive 13 vacation days, 8 paid sick leave, 8 company paid holidays, and family paid leave.
• We care about your development.We support tuition reimbursement after 6 months of service.

ABOUT US:

Jostens leads the student commemoration market and has been serving local communities for over 125 years. We work with thousands of K-12 schools, colleges and universities each year, and have the honor of partnering with beloved sports teams and esteemed organizations across the country. Our iconic products — like yearbooks, letter jackets, class jewelry and championship rings — keep meaningful traditions alive and inspire millions of people to celebrate their unique stories, milestone moments and biggest accomplishments every year. We have 13 first-class facilities across the globe, from North America to the Caribbean. Watch a short video about us here .

ALL ABOUT YEARBOOK:

The yearbook team creates experiences that champion a culture of belonging, achievement, and pride within each school as well as the yearbook division itself. From manufacturing to sales, the division drives for results through agility and innovation while focusing on the customer – exceeding their needs by delivering an end-to-end custom plan that only Jostens and our sales team can provide. Cross-team collaboration and best-in-class technology platforms ensure we get a yearbook in every student’s hand, create a meaningful book for all students while providing a hassle-free experience for the adviser, staff, administration, and community. Strong relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions are at our core driving each team member to be accountable and champion our market leading experiences.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA):

Jostens is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. If reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of the position, please reach out to our HR team at [e-mail] .

Jostens is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.

Jostens provides products, programs and services that help our customers celebrate moments that matter. Our mission is to Capture. Celebrate. Inspire. We extend our mission to working with our valued suppliers to partner with us to provide keepsakes designed to help consumers capture and celebrate moments that matter, and inspire them for a lifetime. The Jostens team is passionate about living and practicing our values, our Code of Conduct, and our commitment to sustainability in every interaction.

Every member of the Jostens team is accountable to customers and suppliers to act with integrity and responsibility, to respect and recognize and to embrace change. We believe that living our values is required to earn customer loyalty and meet the expectations of all our stakeholders.

It is through our mission and values that Jostens conducts all business with respect to the customers we serve and the communities in which we work.