Operations Controller

Atkore•Merrillville, IN

2d•$117,600 - $161,700

About The Position

The Operations Controller is a key Finance member of Atkore’s Corrosion Resistant Conduit (CRC) Strategic Business Unit and reports to the Director of Finance – CRC. The role partners with SBU functional and plant leaders to provide financial guidance and support, manages financial processes and performance, and contributes to or leads strategic initiatives. It supports three or more plants, including dedicated and shared manufacturing facilities, and collaborates with Corporate Accounting and External Reporting and Corporate Financial Planning and Analysis to improve financial reporting, forecasting, and related processes. The position oversees manufacturing finance, cost accounting, plant performance analysis, inventory accounting, financial controls, audits, capital investment reporting, financial planning, and monthly and quarterly reporting. It also supports continuous improvement, JD Edwards process adherence and implementation, talent development, and coordination with plant, operations, and Lean Management teams.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
Strong aptitude for Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, including cost accounting.
At least 10 years of 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 across talent management, including assessment, organizational change, and professional development.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Embrace and foster an environment that supports Atkore’s core values of Integrity, Respect, Excellence, Teamwork, and Accountability.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with internal and external policies and monthly reporting requirements.
Oversee manufacturing-related 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.
Champion change and support JD Edwards process adherence across the SBU.
Drive business process changes to eliminate waste and improve accuracy.
Review monthly financial results and key metrics with the Director of Operations and Plant Managers, providing analysis and insight.
Facilitate monthly plant reviews with key SBU personnel.
Document and ensure SOX and internal-control compliance; build relationships with audit partners and support internal and external audits.
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 on Capital Equipment Request forms for leadership review.
Lead, develop, and/or recruit finance personnel as needed.
Collaborate with broader Atkore Finance teams, applying best practices and sharing 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 and lead implementation of countermeasures as needed.
Work with JD Edwards implementation teams on finance matters and rollouts to new areas of the business.
Prepare monthly and quarterly financial reports and statements.
Facilitate consistent application of internal controls and Sarbanes-Oxley compliance audit activity.
Review accounting processes and recommend streamlining opportunities.
Execute financial analytics for month-end close, monthly forecasting, and annual budgeting.
Perform monthly close and reporting activities, including preparation and oversight of general ledger entries and balance-sheet reconciliations.
Oversee development, analysis, and management of plant standard costs, including leading the annual standard-cost process.
Complete other duties as assigned.