Controller, Finance & Banking, Financial Compliance

The Controller is responsible for all financial aspects of the business and must ensure compliance with all PCC Corporate Policies and Procedures, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements.

• Responsible for all financial statements, internal and external audits, budgets, forecasts, and strategic business plans, and must coordinate with Division and Corporate Finance to achieve the goals and objectives of the business.
• Oversees daily operations of the Accounting department. Controls and monitors all company assets including inventory and fixed assets through cycle counting or other audit methodologies.
• Establishes and recommends to management major economic strategies, objectives, and policies for the company. Acts to link and align the major business functions to profitability, growth, and cash flow.
• Prepares timely and comprehensive reviews, including analysis of financial data, statements, and audits covering daily flex, weekly battle plan, and monthly and quarterly business reviews.
• Directs preparation of budgets, reviews budget proposals, and prepares necessary supporting documentation and justifications. Monitors approved budgets monthly, providing guidance and assistance when needed to management.
• Assists sales, marketing, and manufacturing functions in matching financial capability of company assets and resources to the forecast for sales and shipments as well as analyzing margins and recommending actions to improve items not meeting overall objectives of the company.
• Manages financial and SOX audits with internal and external auditors and provides recommendations for procedural improvements.
• Acts a business unit’s Ethics Officer regarding compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements and oversees all internal controls.
• Assists management with negotiation and reviews Long-Term Agreements with customers.
• Serves as an advisor and strategic partner to the General Manager, assisting in most decisions related to forecasts, key position hiring, new initiatives to exploit potential profit improvement opportunities, setting of plant policies and procedures, and other avenues in pursuit of operational excellence.
• Establishes and implements short- and long-range departmental goals, objectives, policies, and operating procedures. Designs, establishes, and maintains an organizational structure and staffing to effectively accomplish the department’s goals and objectives.
• Leverage strengths of the current Finance team members, help to clarify roles and responsibilities and develop and implement training programs to maximize and reach optimal individual and organizational goals.
• Responsible for the department’s staffing and performance management process, including development, coaching, discipline, and termination actions.
• Provide leadership in strengthening internal communications with staff at all levels throughout the organization and creates and promotes a positive and supportive work environment.
• Other duties as assigned.

• 10+ years of Accounting/Finance experience, with 3-5 years as the financial leader in a manufacturing environment with full responsibility for the books and records. Publicly traded company experience highly preferred.
• S. or B.A. in Accounting or equivalent.
• Strong background in product cost Accounting (standard cost system) and experience in plant Accounting/Finance systems, including a strong understanding in the use of Excel.
• GAAP & SOX knowledge is required. Track record of improving internal controls highly valued.
• Exceptional analytical abilities and understanding of accounting and financial issues in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements,…