Controller

GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:Under the general direction of the Director of Operations, direct the activities of accounting and IT personnel. This position has a functional reporting requirement to the Corporate Manufacturing Controller. Recommend improvements in accounting systems and procedures; supervise the maintenance of accounting records; exercise responsibility for the preparation of financial reports and a variety of schedules, statistical summaries and analyses, and furnish interpretation and recommendations to superiors. Direct specific functions in the areas of cost accounting, payroll, accounts payable, internal accounting controls, inventories, financial planning and asset management.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Plan, develop, recommend to the Operations Director, and implement approved accounting policies, procedures, and systems and exercise the necessary authority to see that they are followed. Insure that adequate accounting records are maintained of all assets, liabilities, and transactions of the plant location and that prescribed systems are used.Supervise and personally participate in the preparation of periodic financial schedules and supporting data. Prepare special reports, schedules, summaries and statistical analyses for the Plant Manager and other members of management, and point out significant trends in operations as indicated by careful analysis of the information. Insure that all data furnished for management control is adequate and current in order that timely corrective action can be taken where necessary.Exercise responsibility for maintaining the general ledger and insure that all control accounts are properly reconciled, and supported by the required subsidiary ledgers. Review and analyze all accounts to insure that they reflect accurately the current business conditions and meet generally accepted accounting principles.Conduct internal accounting control reviews and evaluate these controls to ensure compliance with Company policy.Cooperate with public accountants appointed as auditors in the execution of their program of independent auditing. Work closely with Company personnel in conducting internal audits.Prepare annual budget and forecasts as directed by Corporate.Coordinate annual physical inventory counts.Recommend changes in the basic structure and complement (Staffing) of the accounting department. Arrange for the hiring of personnel, upon approval by the Plant Manager. Appraise and evaluate the performance of the accounting staff in accordance with established procedures. Train subordinates, assign and check work.SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIREDExcellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skillsAbility to understand and explain the plants financial plan, long and short termProven ability to develop relationships and establish credibilityAbility to perform effectively in a team environment and work well with and through othersMust have strong organizational skills, be detail oriented, a team player, and able to consistently meet or beat deadlinesProven ability to thrive in a fast paced environment; handle multiple tasks; prioritize responsibilities; and handle high pressure situationsStrong self starter and ability to work independently and with little supervisionProficient in spreadsheet and word processing programsProven history of analytical thinking and logical reasoningTypical office environment with 10% travelCOMPUTER EQUIPMENT AND SOFTWARE REQUIREMENTSMicrosoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft OutlookAccounts Payable Axis systemGeneral Ledger Progress systemOrder Entry Ingres systemCost Reporting ToolEDUCATION and EXPERIENCE REQUIREDAccounting/Finance degree required.5-7 years of manufacturing experience, with at least three in a supervisory roleProfessional certification (CMA, CPA, MBA) is a plus