Controller Plant

Sabert•Fort Wayne, IN

47d

About The Position

The Plant Controller will be a key member of our Fort Wayne Management Team and responsible for providing financial support to the Operations Management Team. The Team is charged with continuously improving Operational Efficiency and achieving our service level targets to our Customers.

Requirements

Excellent knowledge of GAAP
Strong cost accounting and knowledge of plant operations
Ability to handle multiple project and responsibilities; strong organizational skills
Capable of working at a detailed level; hands-on
Operates with a sense of urgency; ability to manage to deadlines
Excellent written and verbal skills
Expert user of PC technology, including reporting tools
Strong interpersonal skills; comfortable working at all levels of the organization from the plant floor to senior management
Ability to work and thrive in a high growth environment
A degree in accounting or finance. CPA is a plus.
A minimum of 7 or more years of progressively responsible experience working in a manufacturing environment
Strong cost accounting knowledge and experience
Strong knowledge of SAP or similar ERP systems

Responsibilities

Monitor, track and report on key Operations areas, such as: o Unplanned Downtime o Scrap o Machine Efficiency o Labor Utilization o Material Utilization o Plant Spending and proactively identify improvement opportunities.
Implement cost control and cost reduction initiatives
Provide financial guidance and support in creation of CAR's and ensure accuracy of financial justification and payback. Also ensure all project alternatives are considered.
Manage and control CAR projects and spending in SAP
Monitor inventory levels and ensure they are maintained within the target range
Ensure compliance with Sabert Operating Authority/Approval matrix
Ensure Appropriate Internal Control Environment
Overall responsibility for accuracy of BOM's and routers and accurate standard costs in SAP
Support Sabert NA/Corporate purchasing initiatives to drive cost savings in Fort Wayne
Work in accordance with all company policies and procedures regarding employment, safety, quality, product safety and legality, security and regulatory compliance as applicable.
Daily monitoring of issuance of raw materials and packaging to ensure accurate work order information
Daily monitoring of actual resin blends compared to expected blends
Facilitate, coordinate and execute the process for annual budgeting and periodic forecasts and ensure are completed in a timely manner and with the appropriate level of detail/accuracy
Prepare monthly financial statements and department/cost center reports
Provide cost and variance analyze, identifying negative trends and recommending corrective actions
Prepare daily flash report of key financial information
Work in accordance with all company policies and procedures regarding employment, safety, quality, product safety and legality, security, and regulatory compliance as applicable