Assistant Plant Controller

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS DUTIES/RESPONSIBLITIES
Provide analytical support to Plant Controller, managing KPI's, performing cost analysis, etc.
Update and publish daily KPI reports
Monthly financial close (journal entries, account reconciliations, financial statement analysis, management reporting)
Assist with preparation of Annual Operating Plan, Strategic Deployment Plan and monthly forecasting
Assist in the preparation of capital spending budgets and forecasts, work with project managers on capital spend tracking and timing, and perform audits of capital projects and existing assets
Track and forecast all cost savings projects for the Cleveland & Brownsville Plants
Work with Supply Chain on inventory analysis and initiatives and coordination of physical inventory
Assist in maintaining all internal controls as well as assisting with all external and internal audits
Assist Operational Excellence by providing analytical support when applicable, as well as participate in various lean events
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

ERP System experience, JDE E1, a plus
Knowledge of Queries and Connections (PowerQuery) a plus
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

B.S. degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field with accounting concentration
Master's Degree or CPA/CMA preferred
5 - 7 years of experience in all aspects of manufacturing accounting
Excellent Excel skills (SUMIFS, XLOOKUP, pivot tables, nested functions, etc.)
Lean/Six Sigma experience
Outstanding communication, verbal and written, and problem-solving skills
Knowledge of GAAP accounting and automated accounting systems
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently
Ability to interact with all levels of employees, management and outside professionals
Ability to perform, manage and/or direct multiple tasks and determine priorities

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other category protected by law.