Assistant Plant Controller

Smithfield Foods•Tar Heel, NC

About The Position

This position supports the plant controller in directing the accounting support to the production facility. Responsibilities include cost accounting, inventory control, accounts payable, payroll, billing, and preparation of plant financial and other control reports. Supports the maintenance of manufacturing, inventory and finished goods ledgers and cost accounting activities. Compiles and analyzes operating performance reports. Prepares and analyzes unusual items on financial reports. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned .

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field and 3 years of professional accounting experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Experience acting as a lead by providing training, coaching, or mentoring to less expereinced staff or though managing a process or project
Knowledge of Accounting software, Contact Management systems, Inventory software, manufacturing software, and Microsoft Office, specifically advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel including use of Pivot Tables and analytical tools
Strong leadership skills and solid understanding of cost accounting concepts
Solid mathematical and analytical skills
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Requires flexibility and willingness to work as part of a team
Must be able to travel up to 10% of the time
Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment
Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment

Nice To Haves

SAP experience, preferred

Responsibilities

Participates in plant management meetings as well as core product review meetings
Assists plant management in preparation of quarterly review graphs and routine items
Assists in preparing materials for meetings
Assists plant management in operations improvement activities
Provides SAP, ADC and other related system training and support
Proactively identify opportunities that can make a contribution outside traditional sphere of influence
Works actively with purchasing and maintenance departments to reduce inventory balances and free up capital
Responsible for the protection of company assets (meat, packaging, maintenance supplies, fixed assets, etc.)
Ensures inventory results and balances are reconciled and valued accurately per corporate policy
Ensures compliance with SOX and annual internal auditing
Responsible for Internal Order (IO) administration (capital and expense projects)
Adheres to GAAP
Audit payroll distribution and routinely reviews general ledger accounts to ensure consistency and accuracy (at least monthly)
Administers the bill of materials audits and corrections as well as creating and deleting and BOM’s
Distributes material and labor variances to plant personnel on a daily basis
Reports variances to plant and corporate personnel monthly
Reports monthly to corporate slow moving inventory
Spends time on production floor in order to enhance understanding of processes
Reports general ledger entries by 1st preliminary cutoff
Effectively communicate with staff
Manage staff performance
Develop staff and cross train
Manage overtime
Provides leadership and guidance to employees in the Accounting Department
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws
Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and assisting in providing appropriate resolutions