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Controller
Global Harvest Foods, LLC - Reynolds, IN
$80,000 - $100,000 a year
Would you like to be part of a growth-oriented and industry-leading company who cares about its family of employees and prides itself on doing the right things for its business and people?
Global Harvest Foods is a national manufacturer in the bird feeding industry with a rich 40+-year history of delighting many “A” list retailers with our branded and private label product lines. Our manufacturing & distribution facilities are located strategically throughout the United States to provide our retail partners with the highest quality products and optimized service levels.
We have an outstanding opportunity for a plant Controller to join our team in our flagship Reynolds, IN facility. In this newly created role, the plant controller will be a key member of the site management team and will partner closely with other leaders to improve cost analysis, decision making, and processes within the facility. Reporting to the VP, Finance, the plant controller will work on-site to drive a culture of data driven accountability and will have strong influence within operations as they develop reporting and metrics to properly guide the business and drive margin improvements.
Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other aspects may be assigned:
Cost Accounting
Monitor and analyze manufacturing costs (materials, labor, overhead)
Maintain standard costs and update them regularly
Perform variance analysis (actual vs. standard costs)
Analyze inventory valuation and cost of goods sold (COGS)
Support capital expenditure analysis including tracking of savings after project completion.
Financial Reporting
Develop daily/weekly/monthly KPI reporting
Support plant-level profit and loss (P&L) statements
Ensure compliance with accounting standards (like GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles))
Assist with corporate reporting requirements
Inventory Management
Track raw materials, work-in-progress (WIP), and finished goods
Reconcile inventory accounts and investigate discrepancies
Oversee physical inventory counts and cycle counts
Budgeting & Forecasting
Develop OH spending budgets and forecasts
Monitor spending and compare against budget
Support the capital expenditure budgeting process
Provide financial insights to improve cost efficiency
Internal Controls & Compliance
Ensure adherence to company policies and financial controls
Support audits (internal and external)
Identify and mitigate financial risks
Required Qualifications and Skills:
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field.
2-5+ years of accounting experience (manufacturing preferred)
Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles
Proficiency in ERP systems and experience with RedZone and PowerBI a plus
Strong organizational skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Internet Explorer, and Outlook
Analytical and problem-solving skills
Attention to detail
Strong communication and collaboration abilities
Understanding of manufacturing processes
Familiarity with lean manufacturing or Six Sigma concepts a plus
Work Environment:
On-site at the Reynolds, IN Facility
Regular walking of the production and warehouse operations will be required
The ideal candidate will be self-motivated and team oriented
Global Harvest Foods provides an excellent compensation and benefits package
For immediate consideration, please send your resume and cover letter
Equal Opportunity Employer
Pay: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
AD&D insurance
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $80,000 - $100,000