Plant Controller
- Ref:
311619
- Type:
Direct Hire
- Location:
North Brunswick, NJ
- Industry:
Paints Coatings / Other Finishing Product Manufacturing
- Job Level:
Manager
- Pay:
$0.00 - $0.00
Opportunity Description
Lead the Accounting function including controls, audit and consolidation for all ledger and accounting systems. Responsible for the effective and successful management of providing accurate and timely financial data to manage the business.
Company Information
Paint, coatings manufacturer
Job Duties
Oversight of the General Ledger, ensuring proper controls are in place.
Responsible for Accounting Close monthly
Manage the Financial function performed within our ERP system, e21
Understand and maintain control of the flow of all costs through the ERP system
Set up systems and processes for the costing function, this includes the full range of Cost Accounting activities
Monthly review of all costing transactions to ensure accurate financials
Analyze material margins for all products
Set and track financial KPIs
Report on financial status on a regular basis and create ad-hoc reports when needed
Responsible for budgeting and forecasting for the NJ Facility
Work closely with supply chain to provide support relating to cost related matters
Ensure all daily reporting activities are completed accurately and in a timely manner.
A willingness to be flexible and take on tasks/projects that are outside the traditional role of a Controller as the business need arise.
Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities and maintaining personal networks.
Education
Degreed Accountant, CPA/CMA preferred but not required
Experience & Skills Required
Work experience as a Controller or similar role in a Manufacturing sector
Thorough knowledge of accounting principles (GAAP), procedures and legislation
Hands-on experience with general ledger accounts payable and accounts receivable
Good knowledge of accounting software
Attention to detail
Ability to work with tight deadlines
Flexibility to take on special projects
Needs to be approachable and work together with the site operations manager and operations team.
Needs to be clear and concise in verbal and written communications to customers, the commercial team, and leadership.
Focus attention on key objectives; delivering effective outcomes
Decision-Making, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving: Gathers and analyzes information skillfully, providing solutions, and making decisions in a timely manner.
Tenacity: Repeated and enduring efforts to overcome obstacles to complete tasks.
Adaptability: Flexible and maintains effectiveness in different situations / environments
Thoroughness: Seeking completeness and accuracy when providing feedback/reports
5-7+ years of experience in a Manufacturing environment
Ability to author, read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos
Capability to communicate and motivate employees
Advance Microsoft Office skills, especially Excel
Payroll systems implementation and maintenance
Strong ERP knowledge (prior implementation of these system a plus)
Other Information
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