Plant Controller

AHF; Cartersville (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

AHF Products seeks a Plant Controller for our Cartersville, GA facility. You will partner with the Plant Manager and Director of Manufacturing Accounting to consolidate and report production financials, analyze costs, and drive profitability.

You will lead cost accounting, productivity metrics, and monthly forecasts, while coaching staff on cost drivers and accounting concepts to improve performance and ensure accurate reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field.
• 5+ years of accounting/finance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong Excel experience.
• Able to pass background check, employment verification and drug screening.
• Commitment to safety guidelines and PPE as required.

Responsibilities

• Close month-end reports, analyze variances to budget and forecast for management.
• Perform account analysis and reconciliation for plant operations.
• Prepare plant production reports and KPI dashboards.
• Model costs for new products and process changes.
• Develop economic cost studies for projects and equipment.
• Lead productivity reporting and cost-improvement initiatives.
• Support cost-reduction opportunities with plant management.
• Develop annual budget and update standards in M3.
• Provide guidance to staff on cost drivers and accounting terms.

Skills

Team player

Cross-functional

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field

Tools

Excel

M3

Job description

Do you want to be part of creating beauty that lasts for generations? Are you seeking a company that values Transparency, Ownership, Unity, Grit & Hustle? Do you crave being part of a TOUGH winning team in a growth-oriented environment?

AHF Products is a leader in innovative flooring products and solutions with a family of strong brands serving the residential and commercial markets. With decades of experience in award-winning wood flooring design, innovation, product development, manufacturing, and service, we improve the quality of people’s lives through great products and a deep commitment to outstanding customer service. We are headquartered in Mountville, Pennsylvania with a global manufacturing footprint employing over 3000 people worldwide.

We believe that business is personal. With a deep-rooted belief in the power of teamwork and trust, we consider our staff, customers, and suppliers as true partners. We pledge to deliver reliable, consistent, and best-in-class products, services, and support.

We look for people who aren’t afraid to act on ideas, commit the courage to drive successful outcomes and have fun along the way.

If these ideals appeal to you, you are going to want to join our team!

Primary Purpose

AHF Products has a great career opportunity for a Plant Controller at our Cartersville Floor Plant in Cartersville, GA. Under the general direction of the Director, Manufacturing Accounting while acting as a Business Partner with the Plant Manager, this role is the primary contact accountable for the consolidated summary and reporting of the Cartersville Plant production and financial performance. Focus will be on controllership functions such as manufacturing cost analysis, accuracy and integrity of all financial information, production accounting, productivity, cost accounting, labor analysis, cost reduction and modeling analysis, capital economic analysis, make versus buy analysis and monthly variance reporting. This includes recommendations directed toward improved profitability and business processes in conjunction with established manufacturing objectives.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

Qualified individuals must have the ability (with or without reasonable accommodation) to perform the following duties:

• Closing month-end reports, including reporting, and analyzing variances to budget and forecast for the management team
• Account analysis and reconciliation
• Preparing plant reports on production and key performance indicators
• Cost modeling new products, product changes, and improvement projects.
• Preparing economic cost studies for projects concerning new or existing products, manufacturing processes, equipment or facilities
• Leading productivity reporting and supporting initiatives to drive year over year cost improvement.
• Support the plant in generating and quantifying cost savings opportunities, and supporting the plant management team with the implementation of cost reduction initiatives
• Modernizing and simplifying the cost visibility and knowledge within the plant.
• Developing monthly forecasts based on production drivers and key performance metrics at the facility
• Inventory control and reconciliation, including reviewing or auditing the adherence to cycle count procedures.
• Fixed asset control and reconciliation.
• Developing the annual plant budget, including creating standards as well as updating the standards and period expense budgets in M3
• Responding quickly and accurately to internal customer requests
• Provides analysis, consultation and leadership on the financial impact of current results as well as projected action
• Teaching and coaching the plant staff team on various details of our costs and the associated drivers, along with general knowledge of accounting terms.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Individual must be a team player with capability to operate successfully cross functionally
• Demonstrated ability to link and analyze plant operational metrics to financial performance
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
• Capable of working independently and managing multiple priorities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Customer focused with strong attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal and team building skills
• Proven operational leadership skills in implementing and supporting new ideas

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field
• 5+ years of accounting/finance experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong Excel experience
• Must be able to successfully complete and pass a background check, employment verification and drug screening
• Positive and verifiable work history
• Must follow safety guidelines and wear applicable safety equipment, e.g., safety glasses, side shields, approved safety shoes, and other PPE as needed

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Think analytically
• Make decisions
• Develop options and implement solutions
• Work with a team
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance (consistent with ADA and/or FMLA)
• Attention to detail
• Communicate effectively
• Multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Work with a sense of urgency

AHF Products provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.