Plant Controller

Job Title: Plant Controller

Location: Portage, WI 53901

Duration: 4 Months (With extension)

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance from a four year college or university preferred major or equivalent experience.
• Master’s degree in accounting/finance/business Preferred
• 3 years’ experience working in a Plant Environment (Manufacturing) as a Cost Accountant or Plant Controller – Required
• 3 years’ experience working in a Corporate/Finance Environment as Financial and/or Operational Analyst preferred.
• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) 5-10 years - preferred

Description:

• Project Management – execution oriented and rigorous in meeting performance commitments Required
• Ability to develop & conduct training sessions for both groups & individuals Required
• Experience in manufacturing forecasting, planning & analysis (FP&A) – strong manufacturing, S&OP knowledge/background in quantitative analysis; furthermore, ability to solve complex problems Required
• Proactive approach – provides what is needed before being asked… Required
• Solid verbal & written communication, analytical, strategic/systemic thinking & leadership skills Required
• Strong fundamental “know-how” in accounting/finance/business related topics Required
• Ability to understand all changes in manufacturing, commercial strategy and provide insight & commentary related to the financial impact. Required
• Experience in manufacturing environment, accounting roles with a focus on cost accounting Preferred
• Developing processes & procedures to ensure alignment of internal controls in a complex organization Required
• Prior experience & assessment knowledge utilizing an ERP system (SAP, QAD, ORACLE) Required

Responsibilities:

• The position will be responsible for the adherence to financial policies and internal controls, improving internal business processes to support the Life Sciences growth/profitability model, and key staff member of the site/plant leadership team serving as the plant managers “right-hand”.
• Provide financial analysis and recommendations to ensure the site in aligned to strategic objectives; moreover, “proactive” as a business partner aiding the decision-making process of management on corrective actions/countermeasures and enforcing ownership & accountability.
• Responsible for leading the annual RF1/3 forecast and budgeting process at the site and providing accurate explanations of significant variances, including analysis of actual vs. budget and/or forecast.
• Focus on timely month-end results/reporting but importantly strategic planning to ensure the business is growing profitability. Attention to detail, providing factual data in order to quickly identify problem areas.
• The Site Controller position will the lead the processes of the month-end close to ensure alignment of the HPS/LS deadlines, prepare, approve general entries/reconciliations (as needed/required), and ensure accuracy/integrity of the balance sheet (quality of working capital, changes in fixed assets, etc.).
• Lead the annual standard cost development process for the site to ensure transparency of cost/margin.
• Held responsible to ensure all plant accounting activities comply with the processes outlined in the HPS/LS policies, and sound business practices.
• This position is heavily focused on the manufacturing environment and supporting operation. Knowledge of cost accounting is required.
• Promotes a safe working environment, complies with proper use of PPE, reports incidents and participates in functional department safety meetings. Exhibits good environmental practices and procedures consistent with job(s) performed and EMS (Environmental Management System) requirements.