Plant Controller

Del Monte Corporation; Town of Plover (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Employer-paid life & disability

FSA

PTO

7 company paid holidays

Telemedicine & EAP

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Del Monte Corporation is seeking an experienced finance leader to direct the plant’s financial operations, including accounting, reporting, and control across manufacturing and distribution. You will guide budgeting, forecasting, and capital spending while partnering with supply chain leaders to optimize costs and performance.

The role requires strong leadership, deep accounting expertise, and a track record of implementing robust internal controls in a multi-facility environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• 10+ years' accounting experience with at least 5 years in a managerial role.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, internal controls and SOX compliance.
• SAP experience preferred; familiarity with ERP and cost accounting.
• Leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration with operations and supply chain.

Responsibilities

• Direct manufacturing, warehousing, inventory, cost accounting, fixed assets financial records.
• Lead finance managers and accounting staff across facilities; enforce policies and controls.
• Analyze inventory movements, warehousing costs, productivity metrics, and network costs.
• Provide timely financial forecasts, variance analysis, and capex reviews.
• Participate in setting plant and company objectives, plans and budgets.
• Manage monthly/quarterly/annual closing per SOX and corporate guidelines.
• Monitor balance sheet and asset utilization; oversee inventory records.
• Maintain internal controls and segregation of duties to protect assets.
• Collaborate with IT/ERP teams to optimize systems and reporting.
• Support procurement activities for plant operations.

Skills

Financial leadership

GAAP accounting

SOX compliance

Budgeting

ERP systems

Cost accounting

Team leadership

Financial analysis

Internal controls

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

Del Monte Corporation Inc. is a global leader in the production, distribution, and marketing of fresh, value-added, and shelf-stable fruits and vegetables under our Fresh and Foods divisions. Our diverse product portfolio proudly bears the Del Monte® brand and also includes prepared fruits and vegetables, juices, beverages, snacks, and desserts - available in over 80 countries worldwide. With operations spanning more than 35 countries, we’ve proudly been nourishing families for over 135 years.

Purpose of Position:

Provide management with direct support through developing and interpreting financial information, participating in the making of current/long term decisions and providing guidance for all Del Monte accounting, other applicable policies, and procedures. Direct and control the activities of the plant administrative office. Ensure the accuracy of the plant’s financial records in accordance with corporate policies and generally accepted accounting principles.

Food Safety and Quality Responsibilities: Ensure product safety, quality and legality through enforcement of company policy and regulatory standards. Enforce company quality standards.

Accountabilities:

• Direct the preparation, maintenance, and control of all manufacturing, warehousing, inventory, cost accounting, fixed asset, and financial records for assigned operations. Provide financial leadership and oversight across multiple facilities and distribution operations as assigned.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and development to finance managers and accounting personnel supporting manufacturing and warehousing operations. Ensure consistent application of accounting policies, internal controls, and reporting practices across locations.
• Partner with Supply Chain, Logistics, and Warehouse Operations leadership to analyze inventory movements, warehousing costs, productivity metrics, transportation impacts, and network optimization opportunities.
• Provide local / regional management and corporate with timely and accurate financial and operating information including the reporting, forecasting and analysis of cost variances and the review and control of capital expenditures.
• As a member of the plant management team, participate in determining current and long-term objectives, plans, programs and budgets to achieve both plant and overall company objectives.
• Direct the preparation and control of annual operating plans and financial forecasts including variable and fixed costs, capital spending, plant related miscellaneous income and all balance sheet accounts. Monitor performance against plan to ensure financial objectives are realized. Provide plant, regional and corporate management with necessary information to track and control the timing and amount of all budgeted expenditures.
• Direct monthly, quarterly and fiscal year financial closing activity, in compliance with corporate as well as SOX guidelines.
• Monitor and control the plant's Balance Sheet to ensure all assets and liabilities are accurately reported and properly utilized. Oversee the maintenance of materials and supplies, finished goods, and vendor managed inventory records to ensure the accuracy of the inventory control system and to minimize carrying costs.
• Maintain appropriate internal controls to safeguard all plant assets and ensure that status for idle or obsolete assets is accurately stated. Provide for adequate segregation of duties and to ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures.
• Partner with Enterprise Systems, IT, and Shared Services teams to ensure effective utilization of ERP, reporting, and financial systems. Support implementation of process improvements and system enhancements.
• Provide support to plant operations pertaining to procurement activities.
• Direct all raw product accounting functions, where applicable, to ensure accurate record keeping and timely grower payments.
• Supervise, train and develop competent administrative staff. Identify and develop potential succession candidates at all levels. Perform salary administration, hiring and performance management activities.
• Direct or assist in the preparation of special studies to determine the financial impact of improved productivity, efficiency or other cost effectiveness opportunities.
• Provide accounting and finance support to the Plant Manager.
• Ensure product safety through development, review and enforcement of company policy
• Ensure compliance with local, state, federal and corporate food safety regulatory standards
• Review and enforce company quality standards provided by facility, regional and corporate quality authorities
• Bachelor of Administration degree in Accounting.
• Minimum of 10 years of related experience in accounting with at least 5 years in a managerial role.
• SAP software experience preferred.
• Knowledge of computer systems, software systems, and full knowledge of general accepted accounting methods and procedures, budgeting and cost control, effective communications, organizational management, labor relations and Equal Employment.

Benefits We Offer Include:

• 401(k) with company match
• Employer-paid life & disability insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 7 Company Paid Holidays
• 24/7 Telemedicine & Employee Assistance Program
• Optional voluntary benefits (legal, accident, identity protection)
• Eligibility on the first of the month following your hire date

***Please note: This position does not qualify for relocation expenses.***

Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. is a global leader in the production, distribution, and marketing of fresh and fresh cut fruits and vegetables. Our diverse product portfolio also includes prepared fruits and vegetables, juices, beverages, snacks, and desserts—available in over 80 countries worldwide. With operations spanning more than 35 countries, we’ve proudly been nourishing families for over 135 years.

We are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fresh Del Monte and its affiliates do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We also participate in E-Verify* where applicable, to ensure employment authorization eligibility. Driven by our core values - Excellence, Care, Passion, Trust, and Creativity - we invite you to explore our career opportunities and join our FRESH team.