Assistant Plant Controller

Essential Functions/Responsibilities:

· Cost Accounting

o Perform margin analysis for top customers and products

o Review and analyze costs associated with production processes

o Lead plant leadership teams in review and updating of standard costs including:

· Manufacturing standards for scrap, cycle time and machine operators

· Accurate bill of materials

· Freight standards for purchased raw materials and components

o Conduct cost analysis studies to support decision making

· Inventory

o Prepare obsolete/slow moving inventory report and work with plants to reduce excess inventory

o Investigate inventory variances and work with plants to resolve issues

o Prepare purchase price variance report for all inventory

· Operations

o Prepare and publish weekly production labor metrics

o Prepare weekly flash reports to provide inter-month data, assisting plant leadership in managing financial success between monthly reports.

o Prepare ROI analysis on various continuous improvement projects and then track actual results against estimates.

· Financial Statement

o Assist in preparation of monthly financial reports

o Prepare and post various journal entries

o Prepare account reconciliations for various G/L accounts

o Send out various month end reports to key personnel

o Assist in coordination of the annual audit

· Budgets and Forecasts:

o Actively participate in the annual budget process and monthly Sales and Operational Planning (S&OP) process.

· Accounts Payable

o Review and process all freight related invoices

· Other Related Finance and Accounting Activities

o Routine financial analysis and special projects as led and directed by the Plant Controllers

· Travel (5-10%)

o 2-3 visits per year to plants in Missouri and Virginia as well as periodic visits to plant in Painesville, OH

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

· Knowledge of finance, accounting, and control principles including Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

· Thorough understanding of cost accounting principles and procedures.

· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

· Strong attention to detail and accuracy

· Good knowledge and understanding of various accounting software:

o ERP systems

o Microsoft office software (Power BI preferred)

o Adaptive Insights Financial Planning Software

· Good inter-personal and communications skills

· Passion for learning and growing with a fast-paced, hands-on environment.

* Degree in Accounting or Finance Required

* 2-3 Years of relevant experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.