Controller II

Tyson Foods; South Hutchinson (KS); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyson Foods is seeking a Controller II for our Prepared Foods plant operations. The role oversees cost accounting, financial planning, analysis, and payroll while coordinating with plant operations on cost improvements and profitability. Strong leadership and manufacturing accounting expertise are essential.

Responsibilities include budgeting, forecasting, internal controls, and compliance with SOX. The position requires US residency and offers relocation support and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field is required.
• 6+ years of accounting management experience in a manufacturing environment.
• GAAP, cost accounting, fixed assets, general ledger, payroll, and SOX knowledge.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with SAP, Excel, Word, Access and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Direct activities related to maintaining cost accounting and financial analysis systems.
• 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.
• Maintain and develop business relationships with departments including headquarters, maintenance, operations, and engineering.

Skills

GAAP

Cost accounting

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting

CMA

MBA

CPA

Tools

SAP

Word

Excel

Access

PowerPoint

Job description

Management Level: 87

Work Shift: 1ST SHIFT (United States of America)

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!

At Tyson Foods, our team members’ health and wellnessisvery importantto us. We believe in helping our team members thrive inside and outside of the workplace.That’swhywe’recommitted to providing a holistic benefits package that provides support for you and your family.

Setting the table for your success:

This facility is part of our Prepared Foods business unit.The ControllerII willbe responsible forthe financial planning,analysisand 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,setpolicies,establishguidelines, 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.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage Cost Accounting and Financial Analysis Systems:

• Direct activities related tomaintainingcost 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 asappropriate.

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 accountingor related fieldrequired; CMA, MBA and/or CPA would be a plus Finance and/or Cost Accounting experience; preferably in the food industry.
• Experience: 6+ years ofaccounting managementexperience; highly preferredin 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,Accessand 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 theseactivitiesand howtheyimpactprofitability.
• Requires knowledge of cost accounting practices and theories.
• Strong leadership skillsof team members; critical thinking skills.
• Mustresidein the United States to be considered.Sponsorship is not available.

Internal Team Member Additional Qualifications:

• Must not have 4 or more attendance points for locations on an 8-point policy (on application date)
• No written warning in the past six (6) months
• No suspension on record for the last 12 months

Internal Management & Management Support Applicants:

Automatic notification to your current manager will be initiated upon selection for interview. This applies to all candidates who are level 79 or above.

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.

Relocation Assistance Eligible:

Yes

Referral Payout Eligible:

No

The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

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.

Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.

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