Plant Controller

Reporting to the General Manager, the Controller is a key member of the site leadership team and is responsible for all financial reporting and the accuracy of financial transactions for the location. This is a hands-on individual contributor role with management responsibility for an accounting team including on-site A/R and A/P support, staff accountant(s), and/or cost accountant(s). The Controller has full responsibility for the plant finance & accounting functions including GL, AP, AR, Fixed Assets, Cost accounting, and Treasury.Essential FunctionsTo accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Prepares monthly management reporting package of financial statements including P&L, Balance Sheet, and Cashflow and variance analysis on key performance indicatorsPrepares weekly, monthly, and ad-hoc reporting to support decision-making and accurate forecastingPrepares annual budget and quarterly forecasts, including preparation of bridges, sales & margin analysis, etc.Prepares and submits weekly cash forecasting and other periodic reporting (daily/weekly/monthly/quarterly and ad-hoc)Coordinates capital expenditure requests and tracking of approved projectsServes as lead contact for assigned sites during internal and external audits; accountable for timely and accurate responses to audit requestsServes as lead contact for assigned sites respective to annual tax return preparation or other periodic tax requestsAdvises staff on accounting issues, establishing and enforcing common policies and procedures across the organizationSelects, develops, and manages assigned staff, holding them accountable for performance and behaviorRegular attendance on-site at the workplace is requiredRequired Education and Work ExperienceBachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance is requiredMinimum of 10 years experience in accounting for a manufacturing company; aerospace industry experience is advantageousMinimum of 5 years experience in cost accountingMinimum of 3 years experience in supervision of direct reportsOther Required Skills and AbilitiesComprehensive knowledge of US GAAP application to a manufacturing company environmentCPA designation (GA) highly preferredFull cycle budgeting, tax compliance, and audit experience is requiredAdvanced excel skills are requiredERP experience required; Infor Visual experience preferredDemonstrated analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking abilities to appropriately handle unexpected challengesCommitment to maintaining confidentiality, securing company records, and demonstrating integrity in communications and actionsSelf-management skills including efficiency, sense of urgency, ability to adapt and respond to unexpected circumstances, and ability to juggle multiple projects, competing priorities, and meet concurrent deadlinesExcellent verbal and written communication skills (English)Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and advanced Excel skills; Proficiency in use of ERP systems for manufacturing is essentialSets an example for integrity, communication, and compliance for others in the organization by following policies, communicating professionally, and providing timely responses to internal customersPhysical Demands and Work EnvironmentThe typical work environment is an office setting; occasionally the employee may be required to visit the manufacturing areas where they could be exposed to loud noises, fumes/odors and hazards associated with moving equipment. The use of PPE, including hearing protection, eye and hand protection, and use of safety footwear may be required.TravelOccasional domestic travel may be required; some overnight travel may be required. Due to location proximity, most travel will be by ground transportation so a valid Driver’s License and acceptable driving record to meet insurance standards is required.

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