Job Title:  Plant Controller

The purpose of the Plant Controller position is to be the finance lead for the business segment, providing financial analysis and reporting to business segment and business unit management. Supports decisions and activities to improve the profitability of the business segment by leveraging key performance indicators. Has primary responsibility for the day-to-day planning, implementation, management, and control of all financial-related activities. This includes direct responsibility for accounting, finance, forecasting, strategic planning, and cost accounting. 

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Director of Operations and Management for the business, along with Business Unit leadership, to drive business performance by achieving budgeted and forecasted financial metrics, including profit and working capital targets.
• Self-perform many critical tasks.
• Responsible for all aspects of the month-end closing process and for accuracy and timeliness of postings and documentation, including account reconciliations.
• Responsible for local reporting and regulations, through use of departmental country office resources.
• Ensure credibility by providing timely and accurate financial statements, analysis of budgets, financial trends, and forecasting support with sales and operations teams; include all required month-end reporting such as bridges (Schedule C), system forms (HFM), and other standard reporting.
• Develop tools and systems to provide critical financial and operational information to the executive team and make actionable recommendations on both strategy and operations.
• Continuously evaluate short- and long-term strategic financial objectives.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with senior executives, division leaders, and business managers to identify needs and seek a full range of business solutions.
• Provide recommendations to strategically enhance financial performance and business opportunities.
• Ensure effective internal controls are adhered to comply with GAAP, SOX, ASC 606, and applicable federal, state, and local regulatory laws and rules for financial and tax reporting.
• Drive activities regarding working capital management.
• Participate in and drive the physical inventory process.
• Review spending requests for capital expenditures, research and development projects, and major expense projects, and provide financial guidance on business unit investments.

Requirements

• BS in Accounting or Finance required.
• MBA and/or CPA highly desirable.
• 3-5 years of progressive financial experience with at least 2 years in a financial management and leadership role.
• Good understanding of GAAP, Sarbanes-Oxley, and strong computer skills including MS Office products.
• Oracle experience is a plus; HFM experience is also preferred.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, SOX, ASC 606; experience with monthly and quarterly closings; experience with compliance and documentation.
• Strong cost accounting skills.
• Experience developing forecasts, budgets, and long-term strategic plans.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to use AI tools to improve productivity, decision-making, work quality, and to reduce costs. The successful candidate must be able to identify appropriate AI use cases and critically evaluate AI-generated outputs.
• Strong computer skills including pivot tables, lookup formulas, Oracle, and HFM background a plus.
• Experience engaging cross-functional areas.
• Must be Bilingual English-Spanish proficiency.

Competencies

• Outstanding analytical skills, strong verbal and written communication skills, and proven problem-solving capability.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate and manage well at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions based on accurate and timely analysis.
• High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results orientation.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Must be a team player with a positive attitude.
• Desire to advance career into higher business management positions.
• Thrives in a lean, autonomous meritocracy and takes a high degree of personal responsibility.
• Must be willing to roll up sleeves and engage with colleagues at all levels of the organization.
• A natural tendency to partner with the business manager; apolitical.
• Unquestionable ethics and respect for individual dignity.
• A strong work ethic with a track record of achievement.
• High energy, high level of urgency, fast-paced, and able to think quickly.
• Committed to achieving quality results through attention to detail and creativity; a disciplined problem-solving style; and a hands-on approach to work.
• A transparent, open style.
• Ability to relate well to all kinds of people within and outside the organization; develops rapport, listens, builds constructive and effective relationships, and uses diplomacy and tact to build consensus.
• Strong business judgment; a history of solid suggestions and decisions; sought out by others for advice and counsel.