Plant Controller - Decatur, IL

ADM; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 93,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with match

Education assistance

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

ADM’s Texturants division in Decatur, IL is seeking a Plant Controller who will own plant-level finance, budgeting, forecasting, cost control and reporting. You will partner with Operations, Procurement and Accounting to drive performance, strengthen controls and optimize working capital across Illinois and Nebraska sites.

The successful candidate will have 7–10+ years in manufacturing finance, a BS in accounting/finance, CPA/CMA a plus, and experience with HFM and ERPs.

Qualifications

• Strong ability to influence actions using data driven insights and financial acumen, to provide clear expectations and to give feedback, both positive and constructive
• Robust analytical abilities, initiative, and critical thinking skills
• Ability to anticipate and mitigate material risks to operations and plan delivery
• Effective communication skills across all levels of the organization
• Experience in and drive toward continuous improvement based on strong process discipline
• Proven leadership in inventory control and plant financial management
• Strong cost accounting expertise in high volume, continuous process manufacturing
• Ability to effectively partner with and influence plant leadership across multiple locations
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• 7-10+ years of relevant prior experience in a manufacturing environment
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or similar course of study
• CMA or CPA a plus
• Experience with Hyperion Financial Management (HFM) and large ERP systems a plus

Responsibilities

• Own and oversee financial operations at the plant level, including budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and reporting; serve as key finance voice in daily/weekly/monthly plant performance reviews
• Own Controls framework and drive compliance
• Lead monthly close, forecasting, and variance analysis with strong operational storytelling around key drivers including identification of risks/opportunities and actions to mitigate
• Partner with commercial and finance teams to evaluate product profitability and margin performance
• Explain Slow Time/Down Time and impact to OEE
• Provide actionable insights to plant management through analysis of manufacturing costs and variances, implement and track strategies to optimize financial performance and to improve cost efficiency; model financial impacts to support decision making
• Analyze and explain drivers of: Yield, energy and chemical consumption, upset loss and downtime cost
• Review plant costs and allocations across finished products to ensure costs are accurately reflected
• Provide Commercial leaders with overviews on cost analysis and key areas where capital projects will improve manufacturing costs
• Assist with standard cost development and periodic review of cost standards
• Lead inventory governance across raw materials, work in process, finished goods, and coproducts
• Drive improvements in processes addressing “pain points” including usage/intensity tracking, cycle counts and physical inventory, and book to physical reconciliation
• Partner with key stakeholders to optimize railcar utilization/availability, spare parts management, and storage constraints
• Lead financial evaluation of capital projects including ROI, payback, and risk
• Support Plant Engineering and Department Supervisors on the purchasing process, making sure the PO and Receiving Processes are executed properly. Monitor goods received not invoiced (“GRNI”)
• Ensure timely capitalization of projects and write offs of abandonments in accordance with ADM policy
• Develop performance metrics and strategies for continuous improvement
• Lead/Foster a culture of continuous improvement and problem solving
• Develop operations strategic objectives aligned with the corporate strategic objectives
• Monitor the plants monthly closing process in conjunction with accounting
• Establish and share best practices for operations and finance
• Educate the plant leadership and employees on the financial plan and actual results
• Serve as finance champion on site leadership team driving execution of strategic plan
• Support the financial reporting process via Hyperion Financial Management (“HFM”)
• Support relevant Internal/External audit processes. Ensure compliance with SOX and corporate accounting policies

Skills

Data-driven insights

Financial acumen

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Inventory control

Cost accounting

Cross-functional partnership

Operational storytelling

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

CMA or CPA a plus

Tools

Hyperion Financial Management (HFM)

ERP systems

MS Excel

Job description

Position Summary

This is an exciting opportunity to join ADM as a Plant Controller supporting our Texturants business, with primarily responsibilities in our Nutrition facility in Decatur IL, as well as financial oversight over additional facilities in Illinois and Nebraska. This role will serve as the primary link between Operations and Finance across these manufacturing locations and will support financial performance for this business line. It offers the opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment, partnering and collaborating across Operations, Accounting, Procurement, Performance Management, and Finance.

The successful candidate is a highly motivated finance leader who will be deeply embedded in plant operations to drive improvements through actionable insights, working capital optimization, and disciplined execution. This position is based in Decatur, IL and will require periodic travel to other North America ADM locations to support plant leadership, review operational performance, strengthen financial controls, and ensure alignment with business objectives. The position will report to the Global Controller – Specialty Ingredients.

Job Requirements

• Strong ability to influence actions using data driven insights and financial acumen, to provide clear expectations and to give feedback, both positive and constructive
• Robust analytical abilities, initiative, and critical thinking skills
• Ability to anticipate and mitigate material risks to operations and plan delivery
• Effective communication skills across all levels of the organization
• Experience in and drive toward continuous improvement based on strong process discipline
• Proven leadership in inventory control and plant financial management
• Strong cost accounting expertise in high volume, continuous process manufacturing
• Ability to effectively partner with and influence plant leadership across multiple locations
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• 7-10+ years of relevant prior experience in a manufacturing environment
• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or similar course of study
• CMA or CPA a plus
• Experience with Hyperion Financial Management (HFM) and large ERP systems a plus

Job Responsibilities

• Own and oversee financial operations at the plant level, including budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and reporting; serve as key finance voice in daily/weekly/monthly plant performance reviews
• Own Controls framework and drive compliance
• Lead monthly close, forecasting, and variance analysis with strong operational storytelling around key drivers including identification of risks/opportunities and actions to mitigate
• Partner with commercial and finance teams to evaluate product profitability and margin performance
• Explain Slow Time/Down Time and impact to OEE
• Provide actionable insights to plant management through analysis of manufacturing costs and variances, implement and track strategies to optimize financial performance and to improve cost efficiency; model financial impacts to support decision making
• Analyze and explain drivers of: Yield, energy and chemical consumption, upset loss and downtime cost
• Review plant costs and allocations across finished products to ensure costs are accurately reflected
• Provide Commercial leaders with overviews on cost analysis and key areas where capital projects will improve manufacturing costs
• Assist with standard cost development and periodic review of cost standards
• Lead inventory governance across raw materials, work in process, finished goods, and coproducts
• Drive improvements in processes addressing “pain points” including usage/intensity tracking, cycle counts and physical inventory, and book to physical reconciliation
• Partner with key stakeholders to optimize railcar utilization/availability, spare parts management, and storage constraints
• Lead financial evaluation of capital projects including ROI, payback, and risk
• Support Plant Engineering and Department Supervisors on the purchasing process, making sure the PO and Receiving Processes are executed properly. Monitor goods received not invoiced (“GRNI”)
• Ensure timely capitalization of projects and write offs of abandonments in accordance with ADM policy
• Develop performance metrics and strategies for continuous improvement
• Lead/Foster a culture of continuous improvement and problem solving
• Develop operations strategic objectives aligned with the corporate strategic objectives
• Monitor the plants monthly closing process in conjunction with accounting
• Establish and share best practices for operations and finance
• Educate the plant leadership and employees on the financial plan and actual results
• Serve as finance champion on site leadership team driving execution of strategic plan
• Support the financial reporting process via Hyperion Financial Management (“HFM”)
• Support relevant Internal/External audit processes. Ensure compliance with SOX and corporate accounting policies

ADM requires the successful completion of a background check.

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Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.

If hired, employees will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

The pay range for this position is expected to be between:

$92,800.00 - $170,400.00

Salaried Incentive Plan

The total compensation package for this position will also include annual bonus

Benefits And Perks

Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including:

• Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
• Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers’ compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
• Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).

• Paid time off including paid holidays.
• Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
• Tuition assistance.
• Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.

Benefits may vary for bargained locations, confirm benefit eligibility with your recruiter.

Including You

Diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging are cornerstones of ADM’s efforts to continue innovating, driving growth, and delivering outstanding performance. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce and create welcoming, truly inclusive work environments — environments that enable every ADM colleague to feel comfortable on the job, make meaningful contributions to our success, and grow their career. We respect and value the unique backgrounds and experiences that each person can bring to ADM because we know that diversity of perspectives makes us better, together.

We welcome everyone to apply. We are committed to ensuring all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, language, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law

About ADM

At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.

Req/Job ID

112379BR