Plant Controller

Job Summary:

The Plant Controller will oversee and direct all accounting activities, including but not limited to: establishing and documenting best practices for accounting processes, managing accounts receivable, accounts payable, and collections, overseeing the procure-to-pay and order-to-cash cycles, reconciling bank accounts, preparing financial reports, conducting month-end closings, performing financial analysis, and managing budgeting efforts. This role is critical in building and maintaining a strong financial team that consistently adheres to established accounting standards and guidelines, ensuring timely and accurate financial operations.

II. Accountabilities:

Oversee daily accounting operations and provide leadership to the accounting staff

Prepare accurate financial reports and statements in compliance with GAAP standards

Analyze production costs, material consumption, and inventory levels while providing KPI’s to leadership

Supervise the accounts receivable team to ensure timely and accurate completion of tasks such as billing, cash receipts, and collections

Analyze purchase orders to verify proper pricing and ensure alignment with actual cost workflows

Establish, implement, and enforce proper accounting methods, principles, and company policies

Monitor and manage inventory controls, reconciling company-owned and customer-owned inventory

Manage daily cash flow and provide regular updates on the company’s cash position

Develop and manage a comprehensive month-end closing checklist to ensure timely and accurate closures

Perform adjustments to the general ledger and sub-ledgers as necessary.

Reconcile multiple bank accounts and corporate credit card accounts with accuracy and timeliness

Reconcile general ledger accounts and maintain thorough documentation to support balance sheet accounts

Conduct monthly analyses of expense variances, as well as actual-to-budget discrepancies

Analyze revenue and costs for various decorating methods, products, and programs

Maintain and track fixed assets, including calculating and recording depreciation.

Support the VP of Finance in the preparation of annual budgets and financial forecasts

Work closely with ASB Finance team in preparation of internal/external financial, sales tax, and other audits

Proactively identify and implement process improvements to enhance accounting efficiency and effectiveness

Lead accounting-related company initiatives through effective project management

Make timely decisions and troubleshoot financial bottlenecks to maintain operational efficiency

Provide actionable recommendations to Leadership for process improvements and strategic initiatives

Develop and maintain a close working relationship with the ASB financial team Perform additional duties as assigned by the VP of Finance, CEO or GM

Job Requirements:

Bachelor's or Associate's Degree in Accounting (AAS or BS)5+ years of accounting experience in roles such as Staff Accountant or higher

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and Outlook

Experience with reporting in a SQL database environment

Exceptional time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines

Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities

Self-motivated with a strong desire to learn and understand the business at all levels

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, able to convey complex information clearly

Strong analytical skills with meticulous attention to detail

Highly organized and capable of managing multiple tasks efficiently

Consistently follows through on projects and assignments, ensuring timely completion and quality resultsAA/EEO/Vet/Military
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