Plant Controller
InfraHire is looking for Plant Controller in Des Plaines, IL
Responsibilities And Duties
Primary responsibilities include but not limited to:
Develop, propose, and maintain controls needed for financial data integrity, accumulation, and reporting
Calculate and assure that period costs are properly capitalized in accordance to GAAP, tax and internal procedures
Assist in the preparation, tracking, reporting and analysis of annual budgets, general ledger, budget components, product costing, forecasts and related variances
Perform assigned, weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual close activities within closing timelines and assist the organization in any other areas that may require assistance in meeting their closing timelines
Maintain the accuracy and timeliness of data used in balance sheet inventory valuation and calculating the cost of goods sold in accordance with various standards such as GAAP, tax, and internal guidelines
Oversee customer invoicing
Responsible for accounts receivable and collections
Oversee accounts payable - ensure timely, accurate payments
Construct and/or maintain data accumulation systems to report inventory valuation and margins by various dimensions (i.e. standard cost, current cost, margins by part, product line, customer, cost center, breakeven analysis, etc.)
Work with other business functions to assure that physical inventory, cycle counts and excess and obsolete inventory evaluations are performed on a timely basis, and that results are analyzed for root cause issues and communicated in a timely basis to the appropriate management to improve any training, controls or procedures that may be required to improve results
Lead accounting for fixed asset management and assist organization with fixed asset tracking
Prepare and submit bi-weekly payroll, and process quarterly and annual payroll tax returns
Develop associated internal reports and processes to reconcile payroll, taxes and related accounts
Remit employee contributions to outside vendors
Assist with employment-related reporting and regulatory requirements
Create and review adjusting journal entries as needed
Analyze, interpret and report financial and operational data to management
Create and carry out month-end procedures
Provide year-end support for external accounting firm, including reconciliations
Manage bank account transactions and reconciliations
Track and report cash management activities and ensure proper bank transaction processes are followed
Support the organization in various other tasks, as requested
Key Qualifications And Traits
Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent
Minimum of 5-7 years of plant/cost accounting, financial reporting, payroll and related taxes, and P&L analysis experience in a manufacturing environment
Experience in margin and variance analysis, accounts receivables, accounts payables, cash management
Demonstrated knowledge of general accounting principles and practices
Very strong ERP system knowledge in a manufacturing environment as it pertains to order costing, inventory, labor and overhead rates, and general ledger is mandatory
Very strong proficiency in higher level Excel functions (e.g. pivot tables, lookup, graphs, etc.), and other key Microsoft Office applications
Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills to train, persuade, and lead change at various levels of the organization
Core Competencies
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Initiative, self-administration, and disciplined follow-up
Sound judgment and effective decision-making ability
Solid planning, scheduling, monitoring, and information management skills
Solid collaboration and interpersonal communication skills speaking, persuading, writing, and focused listening
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Willingness to learn and grow with and ability to detect, document, and communicate opportunities
Strong time management skills, punctual, and demonstrates a "whatever it takes" attitude to meet deadlines.
Must be highly organized and multi-tasking is second nature
Effective in fast-paced team environment
High level of professionalism, integrity, and commitment to confidentiality
Proven analytical and problem-solving skills; the ability to analyze, interpret, and draw meaningful & accurate conclusions from data is highly preferred.
InfraHire is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Responsibilities And Duties
Primary responsibilities include but not limited to:
Develop, propose, and maintain controls needed for financial data integrity, accumulation, and reporting
Calculate and assure that period costs are properly capitalized in accordance to GAAP, tax and internal procedures
Assist in the preparation, tracking, reporting and analysis of annual budgets, general ledger, budget components, product costing, forecasts and related variances
Perform assigned, weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual close activities within closing timelines and assist the organization in any other areas that may require assistance in meeting their closing timelines
Maintain the accuracy and timeliness of data used in balance sheet inventory valuation and calculating the cost of goods sold in accordance with various standards such as GAAP, tax, and internal guidelines
Oversee customer invoicing
Responsible for accounts receivable and collections
Oversee accounts payable - ensure timely, accurate payments
Construct and/or maintain data accumulation systems to report inventory valuation and margins by various dimensions (i.e. standard cost, current cost, margins by part, product line, customer, cost center, breakeven analysis, etc.)
Work with other business functions to assure that physical inventory, cycle counts and excess and obsolete inventory evaluations are performed on a timely basis, and that results are analyzed for root cause issues and communicated in a timely basis to the appropriate management to improve any training, controls or procedures that may be required to improve results
Lead accounting for fixed asset management and assist organization with fixed asset tracking
Prepare and submit bi-weekly payroll, and process quarterly and annual payroll tax returns
Develop associated internal reports and processes to reconcile payroll, taxes and related accounts
Remit employee contributions to outside vendors
Assist with employment-related reporting and regulatory requirements
Create and review adjusting journal entries as needed
Analyze, interpret and report financial and operational data to management
Create and carry out month-end procedures
Provide year-end support for external accounting firm, including reconciliations
Manage bank account transactions and reconciliations
Track and report cash management activities and ensure proper bank transaction processes are followed
Support the organization in various other tasks, as requested
Key Qualifications And Traits
Bachelor's degree in accounting or equivalent
Minimum of 5-7 years of plant/cost accounting, financial reporting, payroll and related taxes, and P&L analysis experience in a manufacturing environment
Experience in margin and variance analysis, accounts receivables, accounts payables, cash management
Demonstrated knowledge of general accounting principles and practices
Very strong ERP system knowledge in a manufacturing environment as it pertains to order costing, inventory, labor and overhead rates, and general ledger is mandatory
Very strong proficiency in higher level Excel functions (e.g. pivot tables, lookup, graphs, etc.), and other key Microsoft Office applications
Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills to train, persuade, and lead change at various levels of the organization
Core Competencies
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Initiative, self-administration, and disciplined follow-up
Sound judgment and effective decision-making ability
Solid planning, scheduling, monitoring, and information management skills
Solid collaboration and interpersonal communication skills speaking, persuading, writing, and focused listening
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Willingness to learn and grow with and ability to detect, document, and communicate opportunities
Strong time management skills, punctual, and demonstrates a "whatever it takes" attitude to meet deadlines.
Must be highly organized and multi-tasking is second nature
Effective in fast-paced team environment
High level of professionalism, integrity, and commitment to confidentiality
Proven analytical and problem-solving skills; the ability to analyze, interpret, and draw meaningful & accurate conclusions from data is highly preferred.
InfraHire is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Industries
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