Sr Plant Financial Controller

CJ Schwan’s Company, a U.S. affiliate of the global lifestyle brand CJ CheilJedang Corporation, is a leader in manufacturing and marketing quality foods enjoyed nationwide. We have beloved brands like Red Baron®, Tony’s®, Big Daddy’s®, Villa Prima™ and Freschetta® pizzas; bibigo®, Pagoda® Asian-style snacks and we can’t forget Mrs. Smith’s® and Edwards® pies! We bring families and communities together through great food. Join our team and see the opportunities are real, and the sky is the limit; this isn’t just a job, it’s a seat at the table!

As the Senior Plant Financial Controller for the world’s largest pizza manufacturing campus, in Salina, KS, you will lead all financial control and reporting functions to ensure assets are managed efficiently and profitably. As a core partner on the plant leadership team, you will deliver critical analysis, guide decision-making, and drive continuous improvement. You will ensure accurate, timely reporting in full compliance with US GAAP and company policies.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop the plant accounting team; ensure accurate financial records and strong reporting discipline.
• Strengthen accounting and performance reporting systems to identify variances and drive timely corrective action.
• Provide financial insights to improve performance, reduce unit costs, and enhance cost control across materials, labor, and overhead.
• Support capital planning, including financial evaluations and post-implementation reviews.
• Deliver timely operational reporting (weekly, monthly, quarterly).
• Design and enhance financial controls, management reporting, and business planning processes.
• Partner with corporate finance on cost analysis, improvement initiatives, and best-practice sharing.
• Ensure full compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and asset stewardship requirements.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree; CPA/CMA/CIA preferred.
• 7 years of relevant finance or plant accounting experience, ideally in manufacturing.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in MRP/ERP systems and advanced tools (e.g., SAP BW).
• Skilled in variance analysis, financial ratios, and trend detection.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication, leadership, and collaboration skills; able to influence and guide decision-makers.
• Ability to handle confidential information and work independently with minimal supervision.
• Lean Manufacturing/Six Sigma experience is a plus.

Compensation and Benefits:
The base salary range for this position is $104,625 to $174,375 annually with eligibility for a 20% annual incentive bonus, that is based on organizational performance. The pay range represents the numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to educations, skills, work experience, certifications, geography etc. As such, starting pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.

Beyond base salary, we offer a competitive Total Rewards package focusing on your overall well-being. We are proud to offer a strong foundation of health benefits, retirement and financial wellbeing, time off programs, wellbeing support programs.

CJ Schwan's and its employing subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, age, race, color, religion, gender, veteran status, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law. Schwan’s Company also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief, in accordance with applicable laws. If you need to inquire about an accommodation, or need assistance with completing the application process, please email career.search@schwans.com

Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor degree or equivalent.

Years of Related Experience: Typically has a minimum of 7 to 9 years related experience.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Intermediate proficiency in the use of a personal computer including Windows and theMicrosoft Office Suite; numeric analytic techniques; proficiency in the use of integrated MRP accounting andreporting systems; advanced analytical skills & tools (e.g., SAP BW). Advance ability to detect trends.Intermediate skills in the development of financial ratios and comparative analysis. A thorough understanding ofgeneral accounting principles and accepted standards. The ability to meet project deadlines. The ability toprioritize tasks. The ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously. The ability to effectively presentfinancial data to a variety of audiences. The ability to work effectively and cooperatively within teams. Leadershipattributes, self motivated, ability to work independently with minimal supervision, and ability to makerecommendations and influence targeted audience. Ability to successfully leverage internal and external resources.Effective communication skills. Ability to maintain sensitive and confidential information. Knowledge of LeanManufacturing/Six Sigma a plus. Preferred exposure to manufacturing accounting including standard costing and fullvariance analysis reporting. CPA, CMA or CIA Preferred.

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the job. An individual must be able to perform all ofthe duties and responsibilities listed in a fully competent manner to be considered successful in the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individualswith disabilities to perform essential duties and responsibilities.

Salary : $104,625 - $174,375