Controller II

0053 Tyson Prepared Foods, Inc.; Hutchinson (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Health insurance

Life insurance

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Prescription drug benefits

Job summary

Tyson Foods in Hutchinson, KS is seeking a Controller II to lead the plant's financial planning, analysis and reporting efforts. You will manage cost accounting, payroll, and the plant accounting staff while partnering with operations on continuous improvement initiatives to reduce total costs.

The role oversees annual planning, budgeting, and SOX controls, with collaboration across departments to ensure accurate financial results and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field required.
• 6+ years of accounting management experience; manufacturing preferred.
• CMA, MBA and/or CPA would be a plus.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, cost accounting, fixed assets, general ledger, payroll, and SOX.

Responsibilities

• Direct cost accounting and financial analysis systems; ensure product and production cost accuracy and variances; oversee payroll and internal controls.
• Lead internal/external financial reporting and forecasting for plant performance and inventory; support cost reduction efforts.
• Maintain relationships with HQ, maintenance, operations, and engineering.
• Provide credible financial analysis to support plant operations; support LEAN and safety initiatives.
• Lead AOP/LRP planning; develop key SOX controls; coordinate audits for compliance.

Skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Leadership

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

MBA/CPA preferred

Tools

SAP

Excel

PowerPoint

Access

Job description

Job Details: At Tyson Foods, we believe that our team members are the heart of our success. Are you ready to take on a dynamic role where you can make a significant impact? Join Our Team in the Prepared Foods Division as a Controller! Setting the table for your success: At Tyson Foods, our team members' health and wellness is very important to us. We believe in helping our team members thrive inside and outside of the workplace. That’s why we’re committed to providing a holistic benefits package that provides support for you and your family. This facility is part of our Prepared Foods business unit. The Controller II will be responsible for the financial planning, analysis and reporting functions of the plant-manufacturing unit. This individual will manage the plant accounting staff performing the local accounting functions including production accounting and payroll. This role will also handle the preparation of the weekly forecast of plant operating variances, set policies, establish guidelines, and lead the budgeting process. A strong understanding of and collaboration with plant operations on continuous improvements activities to improve the total cost of operations will be a part of this role as well.

All professional team members are expected to demonstrate responsible use of approved AI tools, including safeguarding sensitive information, adhering to company policies, and validating AI-generated outputs. Individual Contributors should demonstrate the ability to integrate AI into daily work, improve efficiency through AI-enabled solutions, evaluate outputs critically, and apply professional judgment when using AI. People Leaders should demonstrate the ability to drive responsible AI adoption, enable effective use of approved solutions, identify opportunities to improve team performance through AI, and ensure accountability for the quality and accuracy of AI-supported outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage Cost Accounting and Financial Analysis Systems: Direct activities related to maintaining cost accounting and financial analysis systems. Ensure accuracy in product costs, production costs, and manufacturing variances. Oversee formal and informal financial accounting and payroll systems, including payroll administration and internal controls.
• Financial Reporting and Forecasting: Provide direction for internal and external financial reporting and forecasting efforts. Supervise reporting and analysis of plant performance, production reporting, and inventory functions. Support new product development and cost reduction efforts through financial analysis and cost estimates.
• Relationship Management: Maintain and develop business relationships with various departments including headquarters personnel, maintenance, operations, and engineering.
• Operational Support: Provide credible and thorough financial analysis to support plant operations. Support LEAN and Safety initiatives as appropriate.
• Planning and Compliance: Lead the preparation of the Annual Operating Plan (AOP), Long Range Plan (LRP), and other performance projections. Develop and implement key controls for SOX compliance. Coordinate audits of company accounts and financial transactions to ensure compliance with state and federal requirements.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field required; CMA, MBA and/or CPA would be a plus Finance and/or Cost Accounting experience; preferably in the food industry.
• Experience: 6+ years of accounting management experience; highly preferred in a manufacturing environment with an understanding of standard cost and variance reporting.
• Communication skills: Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Computer skills: Strong PC skills (SAP, Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint). Knowledgeable in the areas of GAAP, Cost Accounting, Fixed Assets, General Ledger Accounting, Payroll, and SOX.
• Understand the dynamics of procurement, production and finished good delivery, the interdependencies of these activities and how they impact profitability.
• Requires knowledge of cost accounting practices and theories.
• Strong leadership skills of team members; critical thinking skills.
• Must reside in the United States to be considered. Sponsorship is not available.

Relocation Assistance Eligible: Yes Work Shift: 1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

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We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.

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Our team members make the difference. If you are ready to grow your career with an industry leader and want to positively impact the team and community around you, then join us in helping us in raising expectations. Join us on the journey. At Tyson, we feed the world like family. Our Talent Strategy is to Attract, Grow, Reward and Retain the best talent, and we believe that our Culture is the connecting thread that drives that strategy! We strive to be a talent magnet to establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where team members can grow their career while growing the business. We are a high performing organization where team members are rewarded (Pay, Benefits and Recognition) for their contributions, and given the opportunity to support and/or volunteer with programs that help Tyson make a lasting social impact in the communities where we live and work. To learn more about our culture, please read Our Purpose.

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