Plant Controller I: Finance, Cost & Operations Analytics

Tyson Foods, Inc.; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyson Foods, Inc. in Waterloo, IA is seeking a Controller I to lead financial planning, analysis, and reporting for the plant-manufacturing unit.

You will manage plant accounting staff, production costing, payroll, and weekly variance forecasting, partnering with operations on cost improvements. This role requires a Bachelor's in finance or accounting, 4+ years of supervisory manufacturing experience, GAAP knowledge, and proficiency in SAP and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance or accounting required; CMA/MBA/CPA a plus.
• 4+ years supervisory experience in manufacturing; standard cost/variance knowledge.
• Strong GAAP knowledge; proficient with SAP and MS Office; cost accounting focus.

Responsibilities

• Lead plant accounting, cost accounting, and payroll for the facility.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting for the plant.
• Develop cost reduction initiatives in partnership with operations.
• Ensure SOX controls and internal controls are followed.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting

CMA

MBA

CPA

Tools

SAP

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Access

Job description

Tyson Foods, Inc. in Waterloo, IA is seeking a Controller I to lead financial planning, analysis, and reporting for the plant-manufacturing unit.

You will manage plant accounting staff, production costing, payroll, and weekly variance forecasting, partnering with operations on cost improvements. This role requires a Bachelor's in finance or accounting, 4+ years of supervisory manufacturing experience, GAAP knowledge, and proficiency in SAP and MS Office.