Plant Controller

DUBOW DECORATING INC•Saint Cloud, MN

1d•$90,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Plant Controller will oversee and direct all accounting activities, including but not limited to: establishing and documenting best practices for accounting processes, managing accounts receivable, accounts payable, and collections, overseeing the procure-to-pay and order-to-cash cycles, reconciling bank accounts, preparing financial reports, conducting month-end closings, performing financial analysis, and managing budgeting efforts. This role is critical in building and maintaining a strong financial team that consistently adheres to established accounting standards and guidelines, ensuring timely and accurate financial operations.

Requirements

Bachelor's or Associate's Degree in Accounting (AAS or BS)
5+ years of accounting experience in roles such as Staff Accountant or higher
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
Experience with reporting in a SQL database environment
Exceptional time management skills, with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines
Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
Self-motivated with a strong desire to learn and understand the business at all levels
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, able to convey complex information clearly
Strong analytical skills with meticulous attention to detail
Highly organized and capable of managing multiple tasks efficiently
Consistently follows through on projects and assignments, ensuring timely completion and quality results

Responsibilities

Oversee daily accounting operations and provide leadership to the accounting staff
Prepare accurate financial reports and statements in compliance with GAAP standards
Analyze production costs, material consumption, and inventory levels while providing KPI’s to leadership
Supervise the accounts receivable team to ensure timely and accurate completion of tasks such as billing, cash receipts, and collections
Analyze purchase orders to verify proper pricing and ensure alignment with actual cost workflows
Establish, implement, and enforce proper accounting methods, principles, and company policies
Monitor and manage inventory controls, reconciling company-owned and customer-owned inventory
Manage daily cash flow and provide regular updates on the company’s cash position
Develop and manage a comprehensive month-end closing checklist to ensure timely and accurate closures
Perform adjustments to the general ledger and sub-ledgers as necessary.
Reconcile multiple bank accounts and corporate credit card accounts with accuracy and timeliness
Reconcile general ledger accounts and maintain thorough documentation to support balance sheet accounts
Conduct monthly analyses of expense variances, as well as actual-to-budget discrepancies
Analyze revenue and costs for various decorating methods, products, and programs
Maintain and track fixed assets, including calculating and recording depreciation.
Support the VP of Finance in the preparation of annual budgets and financial forecasts
Work closely with ASB Finance team in preparation of internal/external financial, sales tax, and other audits
Proactively identify and implement process improvements to enhance accounting efficiency and effectiveness
Lead accounting-related company initiatives through effective project management
Make timely decisions and troubleshoot financial bottlenecks to maintain operational efficiency
Provide actionable recommendations to Leadership for process improvements and strategic initiatives
Develop and maintain a close working relationship with the ASB financial team
Perform additional duties as assigned by the VP of Finance, CEO or GM