Strategic Plant Finance Controller

Tyson Foods, Inc.; Richland Hills (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Paid time off

401(k) and health benefits

Job summary

Tyson Foods, Inc. is seeking a Controller II to manage cost accounting, financial analysis and reporting for the plant-manufacturing unit in the Prepared Foods division. You will supervise payroll, drive the annual plan, and collaborate with operations on cost improvements.

Ideal candidates hold a 4-year degree in accounting and have 6+ years of manufacturing accounting experience, with strong GAAP knowledge and leadership skills. Relocation assistance may be available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field required; CMA, MBA and/or CPA would be a plus.
• Finance and/or Cost Accounting experience; preferably in the food industry.
• 6+ years of accounting management experience; manufacturing environment preferred with understanding of standard cost and variance reporting.

Responsibilities

• Direct cost accounting and financial analysis activities; ensure product and production costs and variances are accurate; oversee payroll and internal controls.
• Lead internal and external financial reporting and forecasting; supervise plant performance reporting and inventory analysis; support cost reduction efforts.
• Maintain and develop relationships with departments including headquarters, maintenance, operations and engineering.
• Provide credible financial analysis to support plant operations; support LEAN and safety initiatives.
• Lead annual operating plan (AOP), long range plan (LRP) and other projections; establish SOX controls; coordinate audits of accounts and transactions.

Skills

GAAP

Cost accounting

Variance reporting

SOX controls

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field

CMA

MBA

CPA

Tools

SAP

Excel

Access

PowerPoint

Job description

Tyson Foods, Inc. is seeking a Controller II to manage cost accounting, financial analysis and reporting for the plant-manufacturing unit in the Prepared Foods division. You will supervise payroll, drive the annual plan, and collaborate with operations on cost improvements.

Ideal candidates hold a 4-year degree in accounting and have 6+ years of manufacturing accounting experience, with strong GAAP knowledge and leadership skills. Relocation assistance may be available.