Assistant Plant Controller - Manufacturing Finance & Growth

Jbs Usa Inc.; Perry (IA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Career advancement

Inclusive culture

Job summary

JBS Prepared Foods USA in Perry, IA, is seeking an Assistant Plant Controller to provide critical financial support to plant operations. You will handle cost accounting, budgeting, reporting, and internal controls to drive profitability and efficiency.

The role reports to the Plant Controller and requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting with 3–5 years of manufacturing experience. Proficiency in Excel and SAP/ERP is preferred, with strong analytical and communication skills essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field required; CPA or CMA preferred.
• Minimum 3–5 years accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing or food processing.
• Knowledge of cost accounting, budgeting, internal controls, and GAAP principles.

Responsibilities

• Financial Analysis & Cost Accounting: track materials, WIP, finished goods, and packaging inventory.
• Monitor labor and overhead allocations; ensure accurate standard costing and variance analysis.
• Assist in setting and reviewing standard costs for all SKUs.
• Prepare journal entries and reconciliations for month-end close processes.
• Generate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for plant and corporate review.
• Explain P&L variances related to volume, price, mix, and efficiency.
• Support development of annual plant budgets and quarterly forecasts (ZBB).
• Prepare financial models to project operational results and track against budgets.
• Monitor cycle counts and assist with physical inventories for materials and spare parts.
• Ensure compliance with accounting procedures and internal controls.

Skills

Financial analysis

Variance analysis

Cross-functional

Excel proficiency

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting

CPA or CMA preferred

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Office Suite

Job description

JBS Prepared Foods USA in Perry, IA, is seeking an Assistant Plant Controller to provide critical financial support to plant operations. You will handle cost accounting, budgeting, reporting, and internal controls to drive profitability and efficiency.

The role reports to the Plant Controller and requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting with 3–5 years of manufacturing experience. Proficiency in Excel and SAP/ERP is preferred, with strong analytical and communication skills essential.