Controller

Mueller Industries•Fulton, MS

17d•Onsite

About The Position

We are currently seeking a Controller to join our team and lead our accounting and financial reporting functions. This is a great opportunity for a hands-on accounting professional who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, enjoys working with a great team, and wants to represent a solid and successful company that offers competitive pay, good benefits, and a supportive leadership team.

Requirements

Bachelors and/or Master’s Degree in Business Administration / Accounting.
5+ years’ experience in the accounting and finance sector.
Strong knowledge of US GAAP
Understanding of accounting for a manufacturing company is required (Bills of Material, manufacturing processes)
Solid understanding of ERP systems
High proficiency in data warehouse and query tools with advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills
Must have excellent communication skills both internally and externally
Ability to problem solve and think strategically
Must be able to handle multiple concurrent tasks and meet strict deadlines

Nice To Haves

CMA and/or CPA preferred, but not required
Public Accounting experience a plus

Responsibilities

Manage all accounting operations, including Billing, A/R, A/P, G/L, Inventory/Cost Accounting and Revenue Recognition
Implement, document, and maintain adequate and effective internal controls
Ensures proper accounting in accordance with U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
Coordinate monthly accounting close process including analytical review of the monthly operating results to ensure complete and accurate accounting records are maintained
Analyze variances and communicates explanations to management with recommended actions
Review and approval of journal entries and account reconciliations
Prepare budgets and forecasts of income statement, balance sheets, and statement of cash flows for the Plant
Coordinate and support external and internal financial audits
Complete other ad hoc reporting requirements and data analytics using query-based reporting
Coordinate and reconcile physical inventory and maintain accuracy in transactions and records for all inventory and perform financial audit on annual basis
Manage and obtain approval for all requests on capital expenditures and maintain controls on all plant processes within required budget and prepare reports to summarize all business activities
Develop financial models and analyses to support strategic initiatives
Assist Corporate Controller with Corporate accounting and reporting activities as requested.
Any other responsibilities that may be assigned from time to time