Controller of Financial Planning & Analysis – U.S. Operations

Jobs At Nortera•Brockport, NY

8h•$110,000 - $120,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Joining Nortera means choosing opportunities to grow together! As North America's leader in ready-to-cook vegetables, we are committed to contributing to the well-being of society by providing access to healthy and sustainable food. Nortera produces major private and retail brands and markets its own brand Arctic Gardens. Why choose Nortera Competitive salary and Annual bonus program Group Health Insurance program w/HSA or FSA Dental/Vision Insurance and several supplemental Insurance options Retirement savings plan with employer contribution Paid Vacation and Paid Holidays Employee Assistance Program Reimbursement for tuition fees and physical activity Referral program An environment that fosters learning and professional development Opportunities to work on inspiring projects in a growing company!

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of FP&A and/or Accounting experience in a manufacturing environment
Proven experience supporting multi-site operations (food manufacturing strongly preferred)
Strong leadership background with experience managing and developing finance team members
Advanced Excel skills with the ability to build financial models, forecasts, and performance dashboards
Strategic mindset with the ability to translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights for operational leaders

Responsibilities

Lead and consolidate budgeting and forecasting for U.S. operations, aligning financial plans with strategic objectives and driving performance across five manufacturing plants.
Analyze plant, supply chain, purchasing, and agricultural operations performance, delivering actionable insights to improve profitability, productivity, and cost control.
Own month-end financial oversight for operational expenses, including variance analysis (Standard vs. Actual), GL accuracy, costing validation, and executive-level reporting.
Develop and enhance financial models, dashboards, and KPIs to support data-driven decision-making and continuous operational improvement.
Partner with Plant Managers and senior leadership as a key business advisor while leading and developing a team of two FP&A Analysts to strengthen financial performance and organizational value.