Plant Controller

CON FORMS; Port Washington (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K & Generous Company Match Program

Company Paid Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Incentive Platform

Job summary

A growing global organization is seeking a Plant Controller in Port Washington, WI. This critical role involves ensuring the accuracy of plant financial reports and supporting various accounting functions such as general accounting and cost accounting. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, preferable certifications, and at least three years of relevant experience. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and emphasizes strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Three years as a plant controller or cost manager in a manufacturing environment.
• Solid knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist in formulation of internal controls and policies related to accounting functions.
• Analyze and report current month’s financial results to corporate management.
• Participate in preparation for the annual audit.

Skills

Communication

Critical Thinking

Detail Orientation

Problem Solving

Organization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Financial Manager (CFM)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems

PC FAS

Job description

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The Plant Controller plays a critical role in the accuracy and integrity of plant financial reports used by key decision makers for our growing, global organization. The Plant Controller supports numerous aspects of the company’s accounting function including general accounting, payables, receivables, cost accounting, bill of materials, business analysis, financial reporting, sales management, and computer operations. The Plant Controller requires excellent communication and organization skills to help us build the infrastructure of today and tomorrow.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the formulation of internal controls and policies related to the performance of all accounting-related functions including general ledger account reconciliation and analysis, fixed asset accounting, and cost accounting.
• Assist with business analytics as needed to help guide management decisions.
• Analyze and accurately report current month’s financial results to the corporate management in accordance with corporate format and time requirements.
• Aid with the preparation of monthly financial statements in compliance with GAAP and completes monthly financial reporting packages.
• Ensure accuracy of physical inventory and reported results. Investigates and explains book to physical adjustments.
• Manage journal entries, consolidations, etc., and reconcile accounts for the monthly and annual closings.
• Provide professional-level support in the preparation of budgets and forecasts.
• Participate in the preparation for the annual audit and interact closely with external auditors.
• Perform audits of bills of materials to ensure product costs are accurate and accounted for properly; report audit results monthly.
• Review the company’s accounting information including labor reporting and cost, material costs, manufacturing overhead, distribution cost, returns and inventory levels to identify and resolve inaccuracies or imbalances.
• Ensure bill of material and costing accurately reflect production operations.
• Prepare various management reports, analyze and report budget variances, review and analyze excess and obsolete inventory levels.
• Aid other departments as requested while providing strong internal customer service.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• A professional certification such as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Financial Manager (CFM) is preferred.
• Three years as a plant controller or cost manager in a manufacturing environment, with an emphasis on cost accounting, reporting, and variance analysis.
• Solid knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and relevant financial accounting regulations.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, including the ability to create pivot tables and graphing in Microsoft Excel, Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, and fixed asset software such as PC FAS.
• Excellent knowledge of accounting and financial processes such as monthly and annual closings, budgeting, and reporting.
• Exceptional accuracy, attention to detail, and professional communication.
• Exceptional problem‑solving skills and solid organizational skills.

Essential Competencies

• Communication
• Critical Thinking
• Detail Orientation
• Problem Solving
• Organization

Physical and Mental Demands

• This is a primarily sedentary position involving long periods of sitting and working on a computer in a climate-controlled environment. Frequently required to sit, stand, bend, stoop, walk, talk, or hear. Uses hands to finger, handle, or touch objects or controls.
• Ability to type on a keyboard and use a mouse to gather and input job information on a computer. Moderate to advanced skills in Excel, ERP systems, and fixed asset software required.
• Reading and comprehension. Ability to interpret and analyze data from company generated, industry, and financial reports. Evaluate and analyze international currency data.
• Responsibilities require the ability to complete moderately complex mathematical computations, budgeting, financial closures, forecasting, and foreign currency conversions.
• Regular and reliable attendance.

Working Environment

• Computer/sedentary position.
• Intermittently will have to go onto the production floor resulting in exposure to loud noises, sparks, fumes, chemicals, and heavy equipment.
• Position will mainly be in a temperature-controlled office space.
• May lift, push or pull up to 25 pounds on rare occasion.

Benefits (Effective 1st Day of Month Following Hire Date)

• HSA, FSA & DCSA Options
• Company Paid Life Insurance, AD&D Insurance, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• In-house Care Coach
• Employee Assistance Program
• Identity Theft Insurance
• 401K & Generous Company Match Program

Employee Programs

• Wellness Incentive Platform
• Safety Shoe & Prescription Safety Glasses
• Employee Apparel
• Employee Events (“Hot Dog Days”, Summer Picnic, Appreciation Luncheons)

Work Life Balance

• Expanded Personal/Sick Time
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Youth & State Apprentice Programs

Seniority Level

• Associate

Employment Type

• Full-time