Plant Controller

Fresh-Squeezed Legacy, Bold New Chapter

Tropicana Brands Group is a $3B startup aiming to revolutionize the beverage category. Formed in 2022 as a joint venture between PAI Partners and PepsiCo, our portfolio includes iconic brands like Tropicana, Naked, KeVita, Izze, Copella, and Punica. With over 76 years of global leadership in the orange juice category, we’re committed to preserving this legacy while driving innovation in other areas. From reimagining orange juice to creating functional smoothies and driving afternoon refreshments, we are striving to become the undisputed global leader in fresh and chilled beverages.

The Finance team plays a critical role in Tropicana Brands Group’s overall success by providing financial insights, strategic guidance, and operational support. Through budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis, the team ensures that resources are allocated efficiently to drive profitability and growth. Additionally, the team supports decision-making by identifying risks and opportunities, optimizing costs, and ensuring compliance with internal controls and financial regulations. By partnering with other departments, Finance helps align financial goals with business strategies, ultimately contributing to the company’s stability and long-term success.

Your Next Pour: The Opportunity

We are looking to add a Plant Controller to our Supply Chain Finance team. The Plant Controller will also have oversight of yield and waste performance, ensuring accurate tracking, reporting, and optimization while collaborating with operations teams to drive improvements. Tropicana is looking for a results-driven, strategic thinker with exceptional communication and analytical skills who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Tropicana is looking for a critical thinker with exceptional communication, influencing and relationship management skills who thrives in a fast-paced environment. Additional responsibilities include:

• Lead all aspects of financial planning and analysis, including budgeting, forecasting, and monthly reporting, ensuring accuracy and alignment with corporate goals.
• Oversee the financial close process for the plant, including preparation of journal entries, variance analysis, and reporting to senior leadership.
• Monitor and analyze key performance metrics, such as cost of goods sold (COGS), overhead, and productivity, to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to support plant leadership in decision-making and operational strategies.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, including SOX, and lead efforts to address audit findings and recommendations.
• Collaborate with operations teams to track, analyze, and optimize yield and waste performance across the plant.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to improve inventory management, cost tracking, and production efficiency.
• Support the development and execution of long-term productivity initiatives, including the optimization of resources and identification of cost-saving opportunities.
• Serve as a key business partner to plant leadership, providing financial insights and fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Lead and develop a high-performing plant finance team, fostering growth and engagement.

The Perfect Blend: Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or MBA preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive finance or accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing or consumer packaged goods (CPG) environment.
• Strong knowledge of cost accounting, inventory management, and financial analysis.
• Experience with SAP or other ERP systems; proficiency in Power BI and advanced Excel skills preferred.
• Exceptional problem-solving and analytical abilities with a proactive mindset.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across functions and influence decision-making.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to inspire, develop, and manage a team.

Foundational Ingredients: Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferably in Finance
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future
• Must be located in Bradenton, FL surrounding area or willing to relocate for the duration of employment.
• Willingness to adapt and thrive in a blended work environment with 3-days in office, seamlessly transitioning between remote work and in-office operations

Perks That Pack a Punch

TBG is pleased to offer you a comprehensive benefits package which includes a 401(k) plan, medical, dental, vision, company provided life, STD and LTD insurance. In addition, you may also elect to participate in voluntary life, accident, hospital, and critical illness coverages.