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Job details
Great Culture, Growing Company, Well known brand!
This Jobot Job is hosted by Dylan Currier
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Salary $130,000 - $150,000 per year
A Bit About Us
The Controller is responsible for overseeing all financial functions across multiple business units within a food manufacturing and distribution environment. This role ensures accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and performance visibility across the organization. The Controller partners with operations, supply chain, sales, and executive leadership to analyze financial results, optimize costs, and drive profitability.
Why join us?
Competitive Compensation
Market-competitive pay
Annual merit increases and performance-based incentives
401(k) with company match
Health & Wellness
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Company-paid life and disability coverage
Wellness programs and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Career Growth & Development
Ongoing training and leadership development
Tuition reimbursement and support for professional certifications
Opportunities for internal advancement across multiple business units
Work-Life Balance
Generous paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
Flexible scheduling and hybrid options for eligible positions
Supportive & Inclusive Culture
Job Details
Key Responsibilities
Lead financial reporting for multiple business units, consolidating results and preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
Review P&L performance, balance sheets, and cash flow across all units, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities.
Develop and maintain financial metrics, dashboards, and KPIs to provide clarity on business unit performance.
Present financial performance and variance analyses to senior leadership.
Multi-Unit Performance Oversight
Evaluate profitability by plant, product line, customer segment, or region as applicable.
Monitor production efficiencies, labor utilization, yield, waste, and other key cost drivers across units.
Support business unit managers in understanding financial performance and implementing corrective actions.
Standardize financial processes, reporting, and controls across all locations.
Cost Accounting & Inventory Management
Oversee standard costing, cost of goods sold (COGS) analysis, overhead allocation, and margin reporting.
Partner with operations to review production variances, inventory accuracy, and material usage.
Ensure proper valuation of raw materials, WIP, and finished goods across all business units.
Lead cycle count programs and support physical inventory audits.
Budgeting & Forecasting
Lead annual budgeting across multiple business units, ensuring consistency and accuracy.
Work with unit leaders to develop detailed forecasts based on volume trends, operational plans, and market drivers.
Perform variance analysis comparing budget, forecast, and actual performance.
Internal Controls & Compliance
Maintain and enhance internal controls to protect company assets and ensure compliance with GAAP.
Coordinate external and internal audits, providing required documentation and financial support.
Ensure business units adhere to financial policies, procedures, and proper accounting practices.
Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration
Supervise and develop a team of accountants and financial analysts.
Work closely with operations, procurement, quality, and supply chain leaders to improve financial outcomes.
Drive continuous improvement in financial systems, processes, and reporting tools.
Support ERP system integrations, updates, and data integrity across locations.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; CPA or CMA preferred.
7 years of progressive accounting/finance experience, including multi-unit or multi-plant environment.
Experience in the food manufacturing, food processing, or CPG industry strongly preferred.
Strong knowledge of GAAP, cost accounting, manufacturing finance, and inventory management.
Skills & Competencies
Exceptional analytical and financial modeling skills.
Strong leadership and interpersonal communication abilities.
Proficiency with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Dynamics, or similar).
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
High attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills.
Ability to collaborate effectively across different business units and leadership levels.
Work Environment
Office setting with frequent interaction and collaboration with production facilities.
Occasional travel required to visit business units and manufacturing sites.
Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button.
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal.
By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here jobot.com/privacy-policy
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Job details
Great Culture, Growing Company, Well known brand!
This Jobot Job is hosted by Dylan Currier
Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button and sending us your resume.
Salary $130,000 - $150,000 per year
A Bit About Us
The Controller is responsible for overseeing all financial functions across multiple business units within a food manufacturing and distribution environment. This role ensures accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and performance visibility across the organization. The Controller partners with operations, supply chain, sales, and executive leadership to analyze financial results, optimize costs, and drive profitability.
Why join us?
Competitive Compensation
Market-competitive pay
Annual merit increases and performance-based incentives
401(k) with company match
Health & Wellness
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Company-paid life and disability coverage
Wellness programs and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Career Growth & Development
Ongoing training and leadership development
Tuition reimbursement and support for professional certifications
Opportunities for internal advancement across multiple business units
Work-Life Balance
Generous paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
Flexible scheduling and hybrid options for eligible positions
Supportive & Inclusive Culture
Job Details
Key Responsibilities
Lead financial reporting for multiple business units, consolidating results and preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
Review P&L performance, balance sheets, and cash flow across all units, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities.
Develop and maintain financial metrics, dashboards, and KPIs to provide clarity on business unit performance.
Present financial performance and variance analyses to senior leadership.
Multi-Unit Performance Oversight
Evaluate profitability by plant, product line, customer segment, or region as applicable.
Monitor production efficiencies, labor utilization, yield, waste, and other key cost drivers across units.
Support business unit managers in understanding financial performance and implementing corrective actions.
Standardize financial processes, reporting, and controls across all locations.
Cost Accounting & Inventory Management
Oversee standard costing, cost of goods sold (COGS) analysis, overhead allocation, and margin reporting.
Partner with operations to review production variances, inventory accuracy, and material usage.
Ensure proper valuation of raw materials, WIP, and finished goods across all business units.
Lead cycle count programs and support physical inventory audits.
Budgeting & Forecasting
Lead annual budgeting across multiple business units, ensuring consistency and accuracy.
Work with unit leaders to develop detailed forecasts based on volume trends, operational plans, and market drivers.
Perform variance analysis comparing budget, forecast, and actual performance.
Internal Controls & Compliance
Maintain and enhance internal controls to protect company assets and ensure compliance with GAAP.
Coordinate external and internal audits, providing required documentation and financial support.
Ensure business units adhere to financial policies, procedures, and proper accounting practices.
Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration
Supervise and develop a team of accountants and financial analysts.
Work closely with operations, procurement, quality, and supply chain leaders to improve financial outcomes.
Drive continuous improvement in financial systems, processes, and reporting tools.
Support ERP system integrations, updates, and data integrity across locations.
Qualifications
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required; CPA or CMA preferred.
7 years of progressive accounting/finance experience, including multi-unit or multi-plant environment.
Experience in the food manufacturing, food processing, or CPG industry strongly preferred.
Strong knowledge of GAAP, cost accounting, manufacturing finance, and inventory management.
Skills & Competencies
Exceptional analytical and financial modeling skills.
Strong leadership and interpersonal communication abilities.
Proficiency with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Dynamics, or similar).
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
High attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills.
Ability to collaborate effectively across different business units and leadership levels.
Work Environment
Office setting with frequent interaction and collaboration with production facilities.
Occasional travel required to visit business units and manufacturing sites.
Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button.
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal.
By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here jobot.com/privacy-policy
Want to learn more about this role and Jobot?
Click our Jobot logo and follow our LinkedIn page!
Salary : $130,000 - $150,000