Plant Controller, Manager

Campbell Soup Company; Downingtown (Chester County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Plant Controller, Manager, where you will lead financial functions at a key manufacturing site. This role involves partnering with plant management to develop strategies that drive year-over-year improvements and ensure compliance with financial regulations. You will oversee budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes while providing financial leadership across the organization. With a commitment to employee growth and a supportive work environment, this position offers a chance to make a significant impact in a well-respected industry. If you are passionate about finance and looking for a rewarding career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and life insurance

401(k) plan with immediate vesting

Unlimited sick time

Paid time off and holiday pay

Free access to fitness center

On-site daycare

Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)

Matching donations program

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in financial roles.
• Strong manufacturing and cost accounting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Directs financial and accounting functions for the plant.
• Leads budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting processes.
• Communicates financial risks and opportunities effectively.

Skills

Financial Analysis

Cost Accounting

Data Analytics

SAP

Microsoft Office 365

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

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Plant Controller, Manager

Apply locations USA - PA - Downingtown time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id Req-57053

Since 1869 we've connected people through food they love. We’re proud to be stewards of amazing brands that people trust. Our portfolio includes the iconic Campbell’s brand, as well as Michael Angelo’s, Pace, Pacific Foods, Prego, Rao’s Homemade, Swanson, and V8. In our Snacks division, we have brands like Cape Cod, Goldfish, Kettle Brand, Lance, Late July, Pepperidge Farm, Snack Factory, and Snyder’s of Hanover.

Here, you will make a difference every day. You will be supported to build a rewarding career with opportunities to grow, innovate and inspire. Make history with us.

Why Campbell’s…

• Benefits begin on day one and include medical, dental, short and long-term disability, AD&D, and life insurance (for individual, families, and domestic partners).
• Employees are eligible for our matching 401(k) plan and can enroll on the first day of employment with immediate vesting.
• Campbell’s offers unlimited sick time along with paid time off and holiday pay.
• If in WHQ – free access to the fitness center. Access to on-site day care (operated by Bright Horizons) and company store.
• Giving back to the communities where our employees work and live is very important to Campbell’s. Our “Campbell’s Cares” program matches employee donations and/or volunteer activity up to $1,500 annually.
• Campbell’s has a variety of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support employees.

How you will make history here and the Team you will support…

The Plant Controller, Manager, owns and directs all financial functions for the Downingtown PA manufacturing site and is a key business partner to Plant Manager and Staff and the broader Supply Chain Finance team. The Plant Controller responsibilities include:

• Partnering with plant staff to execute and deliver annual operating plan
• The development of operating plans, forecasts, and financial analysis and reporting.
• Directing timely and accurate financial closings.
• Driving system of internal controls and ensures general ledger accounts are correctly stated and classified, and that financial reporting is prepared in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• The Plant Controller interacts with multiple cross functional team members at both plant and corporate levels.

What you will do…

• Participate as a key business partner to Plant Management team, contributing to plant strategy development and execution of annual plans that drive YoY improvements.
• Directs and manages all financial and accounting functions for the plant. Leads annual budgeting, monthly forecasting, and the management accounting/reporting process. Reviews and advises the management team on all financial/budgetary requirements and develops financial goals in partnership with plant and corporate leadership. Ensures that plant goals and initiatives are developed in line with company values, strategic goals, and business plans.
• Lead plant/corporate Enabler (cost savings) programs and plant teams toward driving YoY productivity improvements.
• Provides financial leadership on all aspects of plant supply chain management. Effectively communicates financial risks and opportunities to plant management and corporate.
• Reviews control procedures over accounting and financial activities. Provides guidance to ensure that internal accounting controls are in place to protect company assets. Ensures an adequate system of internal control is maintained, and that general ledger accounts are correctly stated, maintains SOX compliance.
• Oversees preparation of the plants financial reporting. Analyze and report manufacturing efficiency variances and determine corrective action requirements. Ensures items are correctly classified and all reporting is prepared in accordance with GAAP.
• Drives strategic business analysis that includes short- and long-term value creation
• Proactive financial leader who provides guidance and mentoring to plan staff on all financial aspects

What you will bring to the table… (Must Have)

• Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree required in Accounting or Finance
• Years of relevant experience: 5+ years required
• Manufacturing & cost accounting experience strongly preferred
• SAP experience preferred
• Strong ability to partner with all levels of the organization
• Data analytics capabilities
• Experience with Microsoft Office 365

Compensation and Benefits:

The target base salary range for this full-time, salaried position is between $110,400-$158,700. Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. Total pay may include other forms of compensation. In addition, we offer competitive health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment. Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner for more information about our total rewards package.

The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity for employees and qualified applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship, including consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, marital status, protected veteran status, disability, age, religion, or any other classification protected by law.

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