Plant Controller

We believe being healthy should not require tradeoffs. SCN BestCo is a leading innovator, developer and manufacturer of Vitamin, Mineral & Supplement (VMS), Over-the-Counter (OTC) and prebiotics/probiotics in enjoyable forms such as gummies, lozenges and chews. With over 50 years of excellence, our team leads the way in changing how consumers make healthier choices.  With unique food science expertise and proprietary processes, we’ve pioneered many firsts.  Our passion to create new to the world products has guided and continues to be core to our mission of making health and wellness more enjoyable. Come join us and become a part of our winning formula!

Note:  This position requires an active CPA License!  

The Plant Controller is responsible for the overall operations of the Mooresville Controllership area. This position ensures the overall accuracy of financial reporting in compliance with US generally accepted accounting principles (GAAPs), supports operational decision-making, drives audit process, oversees overall controls and compliance with policies and procedures, and supports system improvement initiatives. The Plant Controller also supports Finance leadership on cost control, budgeting and forecasting, and other ad hoc Mooresville finance initiatives.

• Drive overall policies, procedures, and controls for overall site (in particular, relating to financial controls).
• Ensure financials are in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.
• Manage month-end close and financial reporting process.
• Work with external auditors and drive the annual audit process.
• Support shared services team (Accounts Receivable and Payable) as it relates to site-level queries on purchase order (PO) related items, master data management, and billing issues.
• Ensure timely, quality, and standardized preparation and sign-off on general ledger (GL) account reconciliations.
• Oversee and ensure the accurate preparation and timely filing of all company business, franchise, sales, property, and other taxes.
• Assist with annual Research & Development (R&D) tax credit process.
• Manage and maintain direct involvement in the year-end external audit process.
• Crosstrain and support all aspects of the general accounting areas of the company.
• Share in the responsibility for the overall accuracy of records of earnings, profits, cash, etc.
• Assist with the monthly deep dive analysis and reporting of the financial statements.

• Carry out accounting functions with an eye toward discovering flaws or deficiencies and developing improved methods for data handling.

This position carries out people leader responsibilities in accordance with the Company’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include:

• Manage, coach, develop, and mentor the site Controllership team.

• Conduct performance reviews and manage individual performance.
• Organize training and development opportunities for direct reports.
• Update processes and procedures.
• Ensure safety and quality standards are enforced and met.
• Oversee team and individual employee development.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, business, or related field.

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) certification.
• 12 years’ progressive accounting and finance experience.
• 8 years’ progressive professional leadership and management experience.
• Professional experience in a manufacturing industry.
• Audit, financial accounting, or related experience.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities (KSAs):

• Strong knowledge of finance, accounting, payroll, standard cost accounting principles including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles and federal & state financial regulations.
• Strong leadership skills including the ability to motivate teams to produce quality materials within tight timeframes, simultaneously manage several projects, and identify & develop talent.
• Strong analytical and technical skills to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports.
• Strong computer systems skills including Microsoft Office Suite software and expert-level Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong professional written and verbal communications and interpersonal skills including the ability to make presentations and facilitate group meetings.

• Analytical, organized, and detail oriented. Able to prioritize tasks, utilize time efficiently, and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated initiative to challenge current processes and work with the team to continuously improve.

• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

• Must be able to demonstrate practical problem solving and trouble shooting skills. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

• Master’s degree in business administration or related field.
• Experience with SAP.