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Under the leadership of the Plant Controller- this position supports the financial planning and reporting processes for Raw- Packaging- and Labor at the plant and works to maintain the integrity of all financial policies- internal controls- establishes operating budgets- and accurately forecasts and reports financial performance. The position shares the responsibility for the financial performance of the facility; therefore he/she must drive accountability and search for ways to bridge any gaps.

Responsibilities:
• Support the development of the Annual Operating Plan (Raw- Packaging- and Labor)- including product cost standards updates- bridging cost changes and preparing all applicable AOP schedules
• Support weekly and monthly reporting of actual and forecasted costs (Raw- Packaging- and Labor)- including the development and distribution of reports to plant manufacturing management
• Perform Raw material analysis around yield drivers and waste
• Analyze and interpret variances to target for direct expenses. Provide detailed report of variances and breakdown of KPI measures to plant management teams on a regular basis
• Help identify and quantify savings surfaced by Continuous Improvement and Production teams- ensuring the values in 4 Site are current and represent the team’s best thinking
• Perform various financial analysis/scenario studies
• Monitor facility’s accounts payable process to ensure accuracy- integrity- and timeliness of payments
• Ensure completion of month end close requirements (journal entries- SAP- LPR) and monthly reporting of results including analysis of the drivers of results
• Provide oversight and auditing of operational BOM accuracy throughout the year
• Be an active member and contributor to the plant leadership team- including training and feedback to users of financial information and support of frontline leaders
• Establish and maintain internal controls consistent with corporate requirements and good business practice. Ensure inventory controls are working effectively
• Provide leadership for financial integrity- strong controls and transactional activities- including SAP daily/weekly/monthly
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree Accounting/Finance or similar degree with a minimum of 1+ years of related experience
• Good understanding of General Accounting and Cost Accounting principles with good technical learning ability
• High level of integrity and ability to maintain strong controls environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills- ability to work with information
• Strong ERP and financial system (SAP) background preferred
• Proficient with software such as Excel- Word- and PowerPoint- including the ability to create- modify and ensure accuracy of complex spreadsheets
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Quality Orientation – Attention to detail
• Adaptability – Maintaining effectiveness in the face of changing priorities and tasks- ability to manage multiple assignments
• Teamwork/Collaboration – Working effectively with those outside the formal line of authority to accomplish organizational goals.
• Exposure to Lean Six Sigma is a plus