Who We Are:

PigTek is a division of CTB, Inc., a Berkshire Hathaway Company. CTB’s core purpose is Helping to Feed a Hungry World® through a number of business units that manufacture and supply systems and solutions primarily for the agricultural supply chain. PigTek is achieving this goal by providing Leadership Through Innovation® with complete hog production solutions including systems for managing sow health and growing pigs from wean to finish, environmental control, electronic feeding, biometrics and animal identification, electronic sow feeding and sorting systems, advanced air quality systems, and integrated data collection and management software. PigTek offers systems primarily under the Chore-Time® and PigTek® brands. In order to continue our leadership in the pig industry, we need talented people looking to grow their careers while working toward our global mission. We hope you will join us in this journey!

What You Will Accomplish:

As the Controller, you will develop systems and manage the accurate and timely presentation of financial data and analyses, to support local management in meeting the financial goals of the manufacturing plant/operations within the PigTek Business Unit US and Vietnam. You will also be responsible for the timely and accurate reporting of information in coordination with the Business Unit Controller to ensure Corporate reporting requirements are met.

 What You Will Do:

• Maintain accountability for and manage the accurate and timely reporting of the financial results for the business, including reconcilement of all balance sheet captions.
• Maintain cost effective internal control by enforcing corporate and business unit policies, procedures, controls, and reporting systems. Implement external and internal audit recommendations.
• Responsible for cost accounting and profitability analysis including the accurate valuation and reconciliation of inventory accounts to perpetual records and management of the annual physical inventory. Understand and control the cost structure of the business unit.
• Provide clear and concise analysis of financial results and key financial measurements driving the business' results. Develop additional analyses, reporting tools and mechanisms as necessary to support the business and decision-making processes.
• Prepare and present accurate and reliable monthly estimates and forecasts / budget to business unit and corporate management.
• Provide the key financial input and leadership on strategic business decisions including potential acquisitions, capital investments and new product projects. Provide interpretation of analyses and key input into monthly sales, operations, and planning meetings.

Position Requirements:

• Education: BS Degree in Accounting or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Experience: 5 years of progressive general accounting and financial analysis experience in a manufacturing environment; public accounting experience would be a plus. Prior Controller level experience a plus. Knowledge of US GAAP requirements.
• Certifications: CPA and/or CMA certifications are preferred.
• Functional Skills: Strong general accounting, financial analysis, manufacturing labor cost accounting, and cash reconciliation skills are required. Strong analytical skills with the ability to research and review large amounts of data to analyze trends, solid problem-solving capabilities, and reporting/summation skills are also required. Detail oriented with excellent planning, organization and prioritization skills are also important for this role.
• Technology Skills: Excellent Excel and Word skills, and solid familiarity with manufacturing ERP systems, query tools, and report writing are required; working knowledge of JD Edwards, would be a plus. 
• Language Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills needed to communicate with all levels inside and outside the organization.
• Leadership/Behaviors: Self-starter with high initiative able to work independently and make an impact for the business. Collaborative, with an excellent ability to ask solid questions and support process improvement activities. Strong internal and external customer focus and compliance orientation are also important for this role. 
• Culture Match: Need conceptual thinkers who can take a vision and create better processes/solutions. Energetic, honest, dependable, and high ethical standards. Enjoys collaboration, being a team player, and leading/participating in continuous improvement processes.

Other Important Information:  

Salary: Salary is commensurate with proven experience

Reports To: VP/GM

Core Hours: 8:00 am – 5:30 pm; typical day is 8-9 hours

Typical Work Week: M-F; 45 hours a week on average

Direct Reports:  None

Work Conditions: Primarily an office environment with occasional visits to manufacturing areas

Travel: Up to 20%