Operations Controller

Atkore•Merrillville, IN

About The Position

The Operations Controller is a key Finance member of Atkore’s Corrosion Resistant Conduit (CRC) Strategic Business Unit, reporting to the Director of Finance – CRC. The role partners with SBU functional and plant leaders, supports multiple manufacturing plants, and provides financial guidance and hands-on management of financial processes and performance. The Controller also contributes to and leads strategic initiatives, working with Corporate Accounting and External Reporting to improve financial reporting and with corporate Financial Planning and Analysis to improve forecasting and reporting processes. The position oversees manufacturing finance, plant financial performance, inventory, internal controls, capital investment reporting, forecasting, budgeting, and accounting close activities. It leads, develops, or recruits financial personnel as needed and collaborates with operations, plant, engineering, Lean Management, audit, and JDE implementation teams. The role supports accurate, timely reporting and compliance with internal policies, external requirements, and Sarbanes-Oxley controls.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
Strong aptitude for Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, including cost accounting.
Minimum of 10 years’ experience in a manufacturing setting.
Experience managing a team.
Demonstrated experience working with senior-level management and executives, providing clear and concise information and recommendations.
Experience with ERP systems.
Aptitude for continuous improvement and process redesign.
Strong leadership skills and ability to work effectively with individuals with varied skill sets.
Experience in all facets of talent management, including assessment, organizational change, and professional development.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to embrace and foster an environment that supports Integrity, Respect, Excellence, Teamwork, and Accountability.

Nice To Haves

CPA, CMA, or Master of Business Administration.
Experience working in a multi-plant environment.
Experience in a manual, multi-system environment and integrating processes and systems.
Experience with Oracle products such as JD Edwards, FCCS, and EPBCS.

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with internal and external policies and monthly reporting requirements.
Oversee manufacturing finance processes, including standard cost analysis, development, and maintenance.
Work with Engineering and functional areas to ensure bills of materials and routings are accurate and properly costed.
Analyze actual-to-standard variances, conversion costs, and other plant performance metrics, and provide insight.
Support JD Edwards process adherence across the SBU and lead business process changes to reduce waste and improve accuracy.
Review monthly financial results and key metrics with the Director of Operations and plant managers, providing financial analysis and insight.
Facilitate monthly plant reviews with key SBU personnel.
Document and maintain SOX and internal compliance with business-unit control standards.
Develop relationships with internal and external audit partners and support audit processes.
Maintain accurate inventory accounting and ensure physical inventories and cycle counts are performed on schedule.
Provide financial oversight and leadership for capital investment decisions and reporting.
Partner with plant personnel to complete Capital Equipment Request forms and justify investments for leadership review.
Lead, develop, and/or recruit financial personnel to support financial operations as needed.
Collaborate with Atkore Finance teams, sharing best practices and resources.
Support Operations and Plant Managers in developing detailed site-level financial forecasts and plans.
Work with the Lean Management team on cost improvements and validation of project savings.
Recommend metrics to track and lead implementation of countermeasures as needed.
Work with JDE implementation teams on finance matters and rollouts to new business areas.
Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reports and statements.
Facilitate consistent internal-control application and Sarbanes-Oxley compliance audit activity.
Review internal accounting processes and recommend streamlining opportunities.
Execute financial analytics for month-end close, monthly forecasting, and annual budgeting.
Perform monthly accounting close and reporting activities, including preparation and oversight of general ledger entries and balance-sheet reconciliations.
Oversee the development, analysis, and management of plant standard costs, including the annual standard-cost process.
Perform other duties as assigned.