Plant Controller

Job Details

The Plant Controller will be responsible for directly supporting the manufacturing leaders and process through tracking, reporting and identifying opportunities to control and reduce manufacturing costs. Success in this role will require the ability to do the full range of manufacturing cost accounting, develop and propose cost containing or reducing initiatives, influencing operation personnel to adopt new processes, and recommend and implement methods, processes and systems to accomplish the work.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Cost Calculation, Standard Cost Setting and Pricing Strategy:

• cost accounting processes to set, update and maintain standard costs for each product by analyzing initial and impact of fluctuations in raw material, labor, and overhead costs.
• pricing strategies with cost versus pricing analysis.

Cost Variance Analysis:

• analyze the difference between planned versus actual costs, identify the causes of variances and recommend improvements.
• and propose strategies to optimize manufacturing efficiency and raw material usage.

Inventory Control and Management:

• control processes to calculate and account for work in process and optimizing costs through inventory management, such as, avoiding overstocking.
• controls are in place for material and parts inventory management.
• accuracy of Bill of Materials to reflect changes in manufacturing process and recommend ways to optimize BOMs and reduce manufacturing costs.

Cost Management & Reduction Initiatives:

• budgets and actual costs for capital and specific projects and product lines.
• containment practices are in place to prevent cost overruns for designated projects.
• the result and effectiveness of cost reduction projects.

Financial Forecasting, Reporting & Controls:

• manufacturing cost forecasting based on business plans and contribute to annual budgeting.
• budget compliance and minimize risk of budget overruns.
• data and analysis for monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports.
• compliance with accounting standards and strengthen internal controls.
• necessary information and documentation for internal or external audits.
• financial risks in the manufacturing process and develop strategies to mitigate them.
• cash flows associated with manufacturing and ensure efficient use of funds.
• compliance with tax regulation, contribute to tax planning and assist with formulation and implementation of tax strategies.

Qualifications:

• degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or CMA certification preferred.
• of seven years of progressive finance experience, with at least three years in a manufacturing environment.
• understanding of manufacturing accounting principles, cost accounting concepts, and inventory management.
• in financial planning and analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial data and provide actionable insights.
• Excel skills and experience with ERP systems.
• leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively at all levels of the organization.

 Building Materials Manufacturing Company

 05/11/2024

 Macon,GA