Plant Controller

This position is primarily responsible for providing financial expertise and analysis support to our Hagerstown, MD facility.The plant controller is responsible for all aspects of the financial close, standard costing and financial reporting for the location. This position should be the go-to individual with plant management to ensure the financial health of the location and assist in managing: inventory levels, cost reduction, capital and spending. This position also works closely with plant management to ensure proper internal controls are in place in alignment with Saint Gobain requirements.Partner with Plant Management (25%)Active participation in Plant Staff meetingsInvolvement in and support of Plant Review meetingIdentify and manage process improvement initiativesIdentify issues and proactively initiate analysis (labor, material usage, spending, etc.)Ad hoc analysis and reporting for plant and operations managementCost reduction monitoring, reporting, and results auditing (where applicable)Month End Closing (25%)Inventory verification and controlPrepare and post journal entriesAnalysis of financial resultsAccount reconciliationsPrepare month end reports for plantPrepare manufacturing variance analysisPlant Manager Financial ReviewSupport needs of the Group Controller, and Manager FP&A (15%)Prepare ad hoc analysis and reporting upon requestPerform cost and operating variance analysisAssist in planning and analysis of other forecastsCoordinate and assist in the preparation of the annual operating budget (15%)Analytically review and challenge the budget and all assumptionsPrepare comparison of budgeted standards to PY and PY approximate actualEnsure proper internal controls and compliance with SGC/SPG policies and procedures (10%)Coordinate and support annual Self-Assessment reviewSupport ICS audit activities, coordinating plant responses and follow-up.Other duties such as: (10%)Prepare and maintain product standard costingOversee and reconcile annual physical inventory counts and support cycle countingCoordinate and support the fixed asset audit processIs this job for you?

Bachelor degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA, CMA, or MBA preferable or equivalent, complementary work experienceMinimum 7 years of progressive experience 2-3 years Accounting firm exp and audit exp, with 2-3 years accounting experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.Strong analytical skills are required to quickly grasp issues impacting the plant’s financial resultsStrong IT aptitude to deliver effective desktop reporting (paperless web-enabled environment), utilize GL Wands and MS Excel and PowerPoint for analysis and presentationsStrong communication and presentation skills are requiredCapable of leading a process team and able to define clear vision, goals, and service standardsAbility to manage projects, work independently, and communicate effectively to all areas and levels of the locationExcellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships across plant and functional organizations.Demonstrated customer service orientationA team ready to welcome you

At Saint-Gobain, our employees have pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, & Collaboration. Our company encourages diversity and inclusion in all its forms while our products

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We provide unique options to fit your unique lives! Our Total Rewards Program is customizable to accommodate your needs. Our menu of flexible options includes, but is not limited to:Excellent healthcare options: Medical, vision, prescription & dentalFamily Focus & Balance: Parental leave, paid time-off and Employee Assistance ProgramFinancial Security: Competitive 401(k), Company-funded Retirement Accumulation Plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program (PEG)Tuition Reimbursement: Continuing education for every season of your careerPet Insurance options: Insurance plan & prescription discount program for your furry friendsEmployee Recognition ProgramsLiveWell: Rewarding you for living a healthy lifestyleLegal Statement

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