What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Controller position at Monogram Foods?
Assistant Plant Controller
About Monogram Foods
A leading food manufacturer, Monogram Foods specializes in delivering your favorite foods and snacks with unparalleled quality and flavor. We specialize in co-manufacturing, private label, and food service solutions, offering a diverse range of products including appetizers, meat snacks, sandwiches, bacon, corn dogs, and baked goods.
Established in 2004 and headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee, Monogram Foods has earned recognition as one of the fastest-growing private companies in the nation. With over 4,000 team members across 12 locations in seven states, our unwavering commitment to excellence and passion for quality drives everything we do.
Our dedication extends beyond our products to giving back to local communities. Through the Monogram Foods Loves Kids Foundation, we strive to "make it better" for children and families, embodying our core values and creating lasting, meaningful change.
Our Culture Is Our Secret Ingredient
At Monogram Foods, we're more than a food company—we're a passionate team dedicated to creating America's most beloved foods and making an impact in the communities where we operate.
We value the dedication of our team members and are committed to fostering a fun, supportive work environment. We prioritize recognition, well-being, and a strong sense of belonging because we know that when our team is at its best, we can deliver our best to customers. Here you will enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and ample opportunities for growth and advancement. Plus, our inclusive culture—grounded in our company values—celebrates diversity and respects the unique perspectives of our team members.
So, if you're hungry for a rewarding career, join our team and let's cook up something extraordinary together.
Position Overview
The Assistant Plant Controller is expected to provide leadership and oversight of all financial activities for an assigned plant and related warehouses. The role will provide advice and guidance to the local Leadership and Finance teams, as well as providing supervision and leadership for a small team. The qualified individual should have previous experience working in a finance or accounting department in a business environment and should understand and be able to apply the relevant accounting principles and standards. The individual should have superior reporting and analytical skills, with the ability to clearly report on financial results. Strong leadership skills are critical to this role.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Education And Experience
The ideal candidate will have the following:
About Monogram Foods
A leading food manufacturer, Monogram Foods specializes in delivering your favorite foods and snacks with unparalleled quality and flavor. We specialize in co-manufacturing, private label, and food service solutions, offering a diverse range of products including appetizers, meat snacks, sandwiches, bacon, corn dogs, and baked goods.
Established in 2004 and headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee, Monogram Foods has earned recognition as one of the fastest-growing private companies in the nation. With over 4,000 team members across 12 locations in seven states, our unwavering commitment to excellence and passion for quality drives everything we do.
Our dedication extends beyond our products to giving back to local communities. Through the Monogram Foods Loves Kids Foundation, we strive to "make it better" for children and families, embodying our core values and creating lasting, meaningful change.
Our Culture Is Our Secret Ingredient
At Monogram Foods, we're more than a food company—we're a passionate team dedicated to creating America's most beloved foods and making an impact in the communities where we operate.
We value the dedication of our team members and are committed to fostering a fun, supportive work environment. We prioritize recognition, well-being, and a strong sense of belonging because we know that when our team is at its best, we can deliver our best to customers. Here you will enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and ample opportunities for growth and advancement. Plus, our inclusive culture—grounded in our company values—celebrates diversity and respects the unique perspectives of our team members.
So, if you're hungry for a rewarding career, join our team and let's cook up something extraordinary together.
Position Overview
The Assistant Plant Controller is expected to provide leadership and oversight of all financial activities for an assigned plant and related warehouses. The role will provide advice and guidance to the local Leadership and Finance teams, as well as providing supervision and leadership for a small team. The qualified individual should have previous experience working in a finance or accounting department in a business environment and should understand and be able to apply the relevant accounting principles and standards. The individual should have superior reporting and analytical skills, with the ability to clearly report on financial results. Strong leadership skills are critical to this role.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Oversee the financial operations of an assigned plant.
- Oversee and develop team members, organizing team roles and responsibilities to achieve department goals and to provide opportunities for developmental progression.
- Provide financial advice, assistance, and mentoring to the local Leadership and Finance teams.
- Ensure that accounting practices at the plant adhere to GAAP principles.
- Monitor and assist with internal control measures.
- Plan and coordinate the plant budget.
- Provide oversight of month-end and year-end financial activities.
- Assist with inventory control measures and compliance.
- Provide oversight of production manufacturing variances.
- Provide oversight of the plant’s internal BOM maintenance and standards identification.
- Provide oversight of the plant’s customer pricing files and true ups, collaborating with Controllers from other business units to price for a majority volume customer.
- Aid as required with a range of accounting tasks.
- Develop solid working relationships with coworkers and support all other stakeholders as required.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Education And Experience
The ideal candidate will have the following:
- Education: Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field is required.
- Preferred Experience: Five or more years of financial experience in a manufacturing environment, including experience of using ERP systems and leadership experience.
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes.
- Knowledge of budgeting and forecasting techniques.
- Proficiency in financial statement analysis and projections.
- Knowledge of GAAP rules and standards as they pertain to the US.
- Strong analytical skills and cost accounting knowledge.
- Strong computer skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Suite and the ability to use an ERP system.
- Good organizational and time management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously.
- Excellent communication skills, and an ability to interact well with a diverse population.
- Good leadership skills, and the ability to lead the team to achieve departmental goals.
- Strong attention to detail and good problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work well across all levels of the organization.
- Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time in front of a computer.
- Ability to stand and move about the laboratory for prolonged periods.
- Ability to perform physical activities, such as, but not limited to, lifting items of up to 20 lbs. unassisted, bending, standing, climbing or walking.
- Visual and hearing acuity.
