Plant Controller
This is an on-site role stationed in Indianapolis, IN and requires a minimum of quarterly travel between other US manufacturing sites (Spokane, WA and Plover, WI). ERP experience required (any eligible candidate with Epicor ERP experience will be automatically interviewed.)
Conducts and oversees accounting operations for one or more plants within the Alliance organization. Guides full cycle accounting processes to ensure that the plants have accurate, timely and actionable financial reporting in compliance with corporate accounting requirements and deadlines.
The Plant Controller is responsible for the monthly GL close and reconciliations, forecasting, commission calculations, daily cash reporting and regulatory reporting. The Plant Controller will play an important role in developing and implementing new processes and procedures to create efficiencies and provide value added customer service. This position also assists with the annual audit, financial analysis, cost accounting and special projects or tasks, as assigned.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities:
- Conduct monthly, quarterly and annual accounting close processes and coordinate the preparation of financial statements and filings in compliance with GAAP.
- Conducts ad hoc analyses of the plant's finances and prepares reports to facilitate decision making.
- Develops internal controls and oversees audits of policies and procedures meant to preserve the plant's assets.
- Assists in budgeting and cash management activities.
- Develop and execute strategies and standards related to accounting policy, financial reporting, general ledger maintenance, budgeting, financial systems and controls
- Reviews the customer service business activity for payroll, accounts payable, billing, and accounts receivable; reviews expenses; prepares/reviews service billing worksheets, payroll hours, and service labor; reconciles customer purchase orders and prepares/reviews invoices. Assists with dispute resolution, as needed. Trains and reviews work of other Accounting staff on service jobs, as necessary.
- Completes monthly service margin report.
- Manages the commission accrual spreadsheet, monthly journal entry, and submits salesman payments.
- Manages the monthly general ledger journal entries and monthly financial reports, as assigned.
- Reviews procedures, processes, and documentation for General Accounting staff. Updates/develops Accounting department manuals as needed.
- Reconciles and resolves complex accounts receivable customer payment issues.
- Review financial statements for accuracy and legal compliance.
- Prepare and file sales and use tax returns.
- Inspect account books for efficiency and accuracy.
- Assist cost accountant with machine costing reports, analytics and projects.
- Compiles RTV report, maintains log and follows up with AP & Procurement to ensure timely resolution.
- Facilitate RMA process with cross functional team to ensure resolution with both customer and vendors as appropriate.
- Assists with annual year-end audit, including physical inventory, schedule preparation, reconciliations, and other audit support, as required.
- Reviews general accounting functions (accounts receivable, accounts payable, posting reference, general ledger).
- Cross-trains and assists in projects during heavy work load periods and vacation schedules to maintain department deadlines.
- Performs other special projects or duties, as assigned.
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to perform this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education:
- Advanced business degree required; emphasis in accounting/finance required.
Experience And Skills:
- Minimum five years of experience using advanced accounting principles.
- Any eligible candidate with Epicor ERP experience will be automatically interviewed.
- Experience in the manufacturing industry and a working knowledge of ERP information systems preferred.
- Intermediate to Advanced computer skills.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to multi-task.
- Proven technical skills in the field of Accounting.
- Possesses a positive team-oriented attitude.
Physical Requirements:
- Sit at a desk or computer for extended periods of time.
- Move about the office and factory with occasional lifting, bending and reaching.
- Dial, hear and respond to telephone calls and inquiries.
- Communicate effectively (visually and verbally) with internal and external contacts.
- Meet requirements of daily attendance on job for a full, continuous work schedule.
Barry-Wehmiller is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V This organization uses E-Verify. Applicants may be subject to pre-employment screening which may include drug screening, reference checks, employment verifications, background screening and/or skills assessments.