Site Controller

Essity•Manchester, CT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Essity North America Health and Medical Solutions is currently seeking a Site Controller who specializes in analyzing, managing, and reporting a company’s costs to support decision-making and profitability. We're looking for people who embody our values, aren't afraid to challenge, innovate, experiment, and move at a fast pace. This is an onsite role, and the ideal candidate should live in the Manchester, CT area or is willing to relocate.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance and/or Economics
Minimum 5 years of relevant cost accountant experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
Sage100 experience preferred
Self-starter with a strategic mindset working independently while multi-tasking
Strong knowledge of production processes and operations
Experience developing APs
Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Minimal travel required – 10%

Nice To Haves

Sage100 experience preferred
Minimum 5 years of relevant cost accountant experience in a manufacturing environment preferred

Responsibilities

Business partner and consultant for senior leadership team regarding all financial issues
Lead cost accounting activities including inventory valuation, standard costing, and cost allocations to ensure accuracy and compliance with GAAP.
Prepare and analyze monthly cost reports, variance analyses, and profitability statements to support business decisions.
Monitor manufacturing, labor, and overhead costs; investigate variances and partner with operations to recommend corrective actions.
Develop, implement, and maintain cost accounting systems, procedures, and controls to improve efficiency and transparency.
Support budgeting and forecasting by providing cost trend analysis and recommendations.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (finance, operations, supply chain, and production) to identify cost-saving opportunities and process improvements.
Conduct product cost analysis to support pricing strategies, margin optimization, and new product development.
Reconcile inventory balances, oversee physical counts, and ensure accuracy of raw material, WIP, and finished goods valuations.
Prepare cost data and documentation for internal and external audits.
Additional responsibilities as required

Benefits

United Healthcare PPO / EyeMed Vision Insurance / Delta Dental Insurance.
Wellness program provided through Rally.
Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
401(k) with employer match and annual employer base contribution.
Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance.
Employee Assistance Program
PTO offering with Paid Holidays
Voluntary benefits to include critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance.
Employee discounts program
Scholarship program for children of Essity employees.