Cost Accounting & Financial Controller

Viant•Indianapolis, IN

22h•Hybrid

About The Position

The primary responsibilities of this job are to support the activities of Accounting and Financial Planning & Analysis, with a specialized focus on standard cost development/maintenance and manufacturing cost accounting. The role is responsible for overseeing the monthly, quarterly, and annual forecasts, long range financial plans and budget processes and analyses. Reports out monthly the financial results with in-depth analysis of variances to budget, forecast, and standard cost. Manages communications and coordination of budgeting, forecasting and analysis cycles across the company, monitors progress, and identifies process improvements. Work Model: Hybrid (3 days onsite – 2 days Work from Home)

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or related field; MBA or CPA preferred.
5+ years of progressive finance experience, with at least 3+ years of manufacturing cost accounting experience.
Experience with standard costing (standard cost set-up/maintenance and variance analysis).
Experience with cost accounting in a manufacturing environment.
Experience in regulated manufacturing environments (e.g. medical device, pharmaceutical, aerospace, automotive).
Strong knowledge of financial planning, analysis, and reporting.
Experience in developing and implementing financial strategies.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Strong leadership and team management abilities.
Proficiency in financial software and advanced Excel skills.
Exceptional communication and presentation skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.

Nice To Haves

Experience in metal manufacturing environments (e.g., precision machining, metals fabrication).

Responsibilities

Develops and supplies new and innovative analytical data that delivers insights for senior management to support forecasts, budgets and operating plans.
Responsible for cost accounting.
Develop analytical tools for technology pipeline, sales and competitive trends and head count.
Responsible for monthly, quarterly financial reporting package including executive summaries along with executive recommendations, ensuring accuracy and timeliness of materials.
Works directly with the site functional leaders to provide financial insight to expense trends, analyzing monthly performance and highlighting areas for cost control that tie to company objectives.
Monitor and implement plant internal controls (in conjunction with corporate policies) as necessary to ensure reporting integrity, safeguard company assets, and identify risks.
Preparation of financial information package to Corporate and supporting the month end reviews for the site.
Preparation of capital appropriations requests in accordance to procedures
Assist Corporate Accounting with month end close activities, inventory and other areas specific to the plant.
Develops process to forecast balance sheet, including establishing targets to improve working capital turnover.
Uses the Prophix system to create consolidated financial reports. These reports describe revenues, operating expenses, direct contribution, and other specific financial results.
Coordinates planning efforts in Prophix for both departmental and high level budgeting. Includes headcount, capital budgeting and Operational Expenses.
Other duties as assigned.