Plant Controller

Trelleborg Coated Systems US•Rutherfordton, NC

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Reporting to the North America - Controller, the Plant Controller is responsible for all phases of accounting, financial reporting, and other financial activities for a manufacturing site. The Plant Controller will assist in the continual development and improvement of business processes as well as implementation of accounting policies and procedures, while working with plant management to optimize operating results.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field
10+ years of progressive accounting experience, cost accounting preferred
Experience in a manufacturing environment with previous supervisory experience
Experience in SAP
Demonstrated proficiency with all Microsoft Office Applications, Power BI is a plus
Extensive knowledge in Microsoft Excel (Lookups, Pivot Tables, Macros, Formulas, Power Query)
US Citizenship or Permanent Residency is required
Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language fluently
Ability to communicate clearly by conveying and receiving ideas, information and direction effectively
Ability to demonstrate adequate job knowledge to deliver a world class performance
Ability to challenge oneself to consistently meet all goals and deadlines
Willingness to strive for excellence by producing work that is free of errors and mistakes
Desire to delight both customers and coworkers by offering encouragement, fostering teamwork and addressing conflict appropriately
Commitment to making improvements company wide
Demonstrated competence using Microsoft Office and SAP
Ability to maintain a professional and respectful relationship with coworkers and company in a leadership capacity
Problem solving; Ability to overcome obstacles
Strong knowledge of GAAP and IFRS
Demonstrated ability to utilize ERP system to support operations
Comprehensive understanding of General Ledger, Manufacturing Accounting, Inventory Control, Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable

Nice To Haves

Power BI is a plus

Responsibilities

Oversee the activities of Accounting and Finance to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting including internal and external monthly financial statements, annual audits and annual budgets
Uses automated systems to input data, reconcile transactions and oversees trial balance maintenance
Manages month end/quarter end/year end closing activities and ensures compliance with Trelleborg financial reporting policies
Manages fixed asset reporting, including budgeting, spend management, and asset capitalization
Reviews cost and variance trends; researching significant variations and recommending appropriate response
Prepares daily operating performance analysis; including inventory movements, sales, and cost of goods sold, to identify significant issues in a timely fashion
Maintains and updates product standard cost in SAP
Reviews new BOMs and Routers submitted for costing accuracy
Evaluates and approves cost review requests, including operating impact analysis
Prepares cost estimates for new products and cost variations of existing products
Performs monthly inventory valuation
Manages inventory processes including cycle counting
Assists in preparing and monitoring of operating forecasts based on budgets. Review significant variations and analyze operating impact
Establishes labor and overhead rates in line with operating budgets
Performs annual cost roll and inventory revaluation. Works with purchasing and operations management to enhance accuracy of cost components
Assists shared service center function with information and/or analysis when requested