Controller I

Tyson Foods, Inc.•Waterloo, IA

About The Position

The Controller I is responsible for financial planning, analysis, and reporting for a plant-manufacturing unit in Tyson Foods’ Prepared Foods business unit. The role manages plant accounting staff responsible for local accounting functions, including production accounting and payroll. It also prepares weekly forecasts of plant operating variances, establishes policies and guidelines, and leads budgeting and planning processes. The Controller collaborates with plant operations on continuous improvement activities to improve total operating costs. The position oversees cost accounting and financial analysis systems, financial reporting and forecasting, and plant performance, production, and inventory reporting. It supports new product development and cost reduction through financial analysis and cost estimates; provides financial analysis to plant operations; supports LEAN and safety initiatives; leads preparation of the Annual Operating Plan and Long Range Plan; develops SOX controls; and coordinates audits to ensure compliance with state and federal requirements. The role is a first-shift position. Relocation assistance is eligible.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required; finance or accounting is highly preferred.
Finance and/or cost accounting experience.
At least 4 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
Understanding of standard cost and variance reporting.
Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
Advanced PC skills, including SAP, Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.
Knowledge of GAAP, cost accounting, fixed assets, general ledger accounting, payroll, and SOX.
Understanding of procurement, production, and finished-goods delivery, their interdependencies, and their impact on profitability.
Knowledge of cost accounting practices and theories.
Strong team leadership and critical-thinking skills.
Must reside in the United States; sponsorship is not available.
Must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

Finance or accounting degree specialization.
CMA, MBA, and/or CPA.
Finance and/or cost accounting experience in the food industry.
Supervisory experience within a food manufacturing facility.

Responsibilities

Direct activities related to maintaining cost accounting and financial analysis systems.
Ensure accuracy in product costs, production costs, and manufacturing variances.
Oversee financial accounting and payroll systems, including payroll administration and internal controls.
Provide direction for internal and external financial reporting and forecasting.
Supervise reporting and analysis of plant performance, production, and inventory functions.
Support new product development and cost reduction efforts through financial analysis and cost estimates.
Maintain and develop business relationships with headquarters personnel and plant maintenance, operations, and engineering departments.
Provide financial analysis to support plant operations.
Support LEAN and safety initiatives as appropriate.
Lead preparation of the Annual Operating Plan, Long Range Plan, and other performance projections.
Develop and implement key controls for SOX compliance.
Coordinate audits of company accounts and financial transactions to ensure compliance with state and federal requirements.
Manage plant accounting staff performing local accounting functions, including production accounting and payroll.
Prepare weekly forecasts of plant operating variances, establish policies and guidelines, and lead the budgeting process.
Collaborate with plant operations on continuous improvement activities to improve total operating costs.