Plant Controller

NatureWorks • Blair, NE

8h • $125,000 - $145,000 • Onsite

About The Position

NatureWorks, a global biopolymer leader jointly owned by Cargill and PTT Global Chemical, is looking for a Plant Controller to be based out of our Blair, NE manufacturing plant. In charge of the global cost accounting, including collaboration on the budgeting and forecasting for our manufacturing activities. The Plant Controller oversees a Cost Accountant in Blair, NE and leads collaborative initiatives with our Thailand team, presenting global development opportunities in costing and fixed assets. The role focuses on driving change, implementing process improvements, and enhancing team efficiency.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, MBA preferred.
• Demonstrated expertise in driving improvements in costing and fixed assets within a process manufacturing environment.
• Proven ability to apply a deep understanding of GAAP principles and leverage experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP.
• Effective people management skills, including effective delegation and driving a collaborative work environment.
• 6+ years experience in accounting, with cost accounting and financial statement analysis in a global organization
• Strong GAAP knowledge.
• Ability to analyze data, prepare meaningful reports, and maintain stakeholder relationships.
• Strong customer focus and service orientation with cross-cultural effectiveness.

Nice To Haves

• MBA preferred.
• CPA or CMA certification preferred.
• Experience with SAP or other ERP system implementation.

Responsibilities

• Lead plant accounting, maintaining standard costs and material master data.
• Oversee monthly manufacturing and inventory reconciliation, addressing variances and optimizing inventory levels.
• Manage month-end, quarter-end, and annual close duties to ensure accurate and timely financial and production reporting.
• Manage the Fixed Asset Process, review internal controls, and contribute to system understanding, including SAP.
• Lead efforts through strong collaboration with our Thailand team to capitalize a new production facility in Thailand, ensuring processes are consistent globally.
• Identify strengths and areas of improvement for direct reports, aligning training to meet company needs and enhance skill development.
• Drive cross-functional exposure and robust collaboration with other departments by spearheading diverse projects and delegating activities strategically.
• Cultivate a culture of continuous feedback, constructive coaching, and mentorship for improved technical skills and problem-solving.
• Partner with the Controller – Financial Planning & Analysis on annual budgets, analyze budget vs. actual results, integrated business planning, and assist with year-end tax reporting.

Benefits

• Pay Range: $125,000 to $145,000 with 13% annual bonus potential
• Paid Time Off: 180 hours of vacation, 3 floating holidays, and 9 company-paid holidays
• Family Sick Time: 56 hours (7 days) per year
• 401(k) Plan: 5.5% automatic contribution plus 50% match on the first 6%
• Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Disability Coverage: Fully paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Day-One Benefits: All benefits begin on your first day of employment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level