Assistant Plant Controller

Mueller Water Products • Chattanooga, TN

5d

About The Position

Thank you for your interest in Mueller Water Products, Inc. For more than 165 years, Mueller Water Products, Inc. has been building the future of water infrastructure. From lifesaving fire protection to data intelligence, we are committed to developing products and solutions that help cities and utilities deliver clean, safe drinking water to hundreds of millions of people across North America. Our purpose is to connect communities to water, life’s most essential resource, with exceptional, people solutions and products. Behind that purpose is a dedicated team, united by our shared values of respect, integrity, trust, inclusion and safety. With a vision to be the leader in water infrastructure solutions—solving challenges, enriching lives and safeguarding the future—we are making a positive impact that will last for generations. By joining Mueller, you become part of a dynamic team dedicated to excellence and innovation, working collaboratively to achieve meaningful results. We champion our people because when they succeed, our communities thrive. We invite you to learn more about career opportunities with us and consider submitting your application.

Requirements

• B.S. degree in Accounting or Finance
• 5 – 7 years of experience in all aspects of manufacturing accounting
• Knowledge of GAAP accounting, automated accounting systems and SOX
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills; ability to interact with all levels of employees, management, and outside professionals
• Outstanding communication, problem-solving skills, and ability to perform, manage and/or direct multiple tasks and determine priorities.
• Excellent computer/systems/PC skills
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, Power Query/Queries & Connections a plus
• Lean/Six Sigma experience
• ERP System experience, JDE E1 a plus
• Oracle EPM experience a plus

Nice To Haves

• Master’s Degree or CPA preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide analytical support to the Plant Controller, which includes managing KPI's and performing cost analysis
• Assist with the monthly financial close, which includes journal entry preparation, report preparation, and variance analysis
• Assist in the monthly forecast preparation
• Assist in the preparation of annual budget and strategic plans
• Work with project managers to manage and forecast capital spending & cost savings projects
• Assist in the preparation and execution of annual physical inventory
• Adhere to all internal controls
• Support external and internal audits by providing documents and explanations as requested
• Perform other financial activities as requested

Benefits

• Mueller offers an excellent salary and benefits package.
• Current benefit offerings include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k plan with 5% Company match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), short-term and long-term disability benefits, vacation, 100% paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement program, student debt retirement matching, well-being program, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company-provided life insurance, supplemental insurance at group rates, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees