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The Plant Controller provides financial leadership to the Jackson, TN manufacturing facility. The Plant Controller is a dynamic leader and responsible for maintaining a controls environment that complies with the Companys internal control policies and Sarbanes Oxley. The Plant Controller is expected to be a dynamic leader on the plant leadership team by contributing to all areas of plant management. This is a hands-on role requiring successful candidate to work at both detailed task level and higher management support level.
Reports to : Jackson Plant Leader and dotted-line to Regional Finance Leader
Span of Control : 2 salaried direct reports, 1 Financial Analyst development program professional and 3 hourly indirect personnel
Benefits of Working at Owens Corning:
68 Consecutive years as a Fortune 500 Company
$9.7 Billion in 2023 Sales Revenue
Presence in 31 Countries with 25,000 employees
Health and Wellness Opportunities
Adoption and Family Assistance- OC is committed to helping employees in their endeavor to build a family, including financial assistance for adoption and surrogacy
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) provides U.S. employees the opportunity to purchase Owens Corning stock at a 15 percent discount every six month
Parental leave- Four weeks of paid time off for all new parents; this includes both mothers and fathers at the time of birth or the adoption of a child
A rebate program that allows employees to receive a rebate of up to $2,000 every four years for purchases of OCs wide range of products for new construction or home improvement
Just what is it that makes Owens Corning unique? Of course, there are the products, the global reach, and the strong commitment to sustainability. Behind all of that though, its our people and our purpose. Thats our difference. We are proud to be recognized for our ongoing product, environmental and social sustainability efforts:
Placed on the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI World) for the 14th consecutive year
Owens Corning has ranked in the top 10 of the 100 Best Corporate Citizens List for the past six years
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
- The Plant Controller is the business partner for the Plant Leader and Plant leadership team for all aspects of the full financial context of the plants activities.
- He/she is a strong contributor to our two strategic pillars: productivity and capital efficiency
- He/she is responsible for maintaining a control environment that complies with the Companys internal control policies and Sarbanes Oxley (SOX).
- He/she manages all the processes linked to financial planning & analysis in the plant, as well as supply chain and procurement.
- The position reports hierarchically to the Plant Leader with a strong functional reporting accountability for driving results to the Manufacturing Finance Leader of the Region and is a key member of the local management team.
Safety
The Plant Controller strongly supports Safety, Health, and Environmental Standards for an injury free work environment
- Fosters and ensures a culture which enables a safe and secure work environment for all employees, contractors, and visitors, showing a passion and caring for people
- o Demonstrates an understanding of and applies the OC Safety Toolkit to drive improvement consistent with the OC culture and strategy
Participates in the development of plant operational objectives & strategy to align with Corporate and Business strategic objectives
Pro-actively leads the development of productivity improvement, corrective actions, and contingency plans to ensure facility financial results and shareholder value is optimized
Financial and Operational Controls
Ensures there is an effective and efficient system of internal controls including data integrity, asset protection, segregation of duties, budgeting, financial reporting, information systems and adherence to corporate policies and governmental regulations (GAAP, SOX compliance, etc.)
Leads and coaches the plant management team to ensure that accountability for internal controls is clear and processes are documented
Drives a robust controller representation letter and a documented process that provides assurance and visibility to a sound internal control environment
Leads the Continuous Sign-off process to ensure that accountability for internal controls is clear and validated
Reporting and analysis
Leads the plants financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes
Prepares and delivers the plants financial forecasts and projections
Leads the plants monthly closing process
Communicates results effectively and timely to the plant management and segment Finance Leader
Provides in-depth analysis on variances to plan and forecast
Driving plant profitability and Capital Efficiency
Leads actions in line with TPM thinking and methodology to achieve targets, mitigate risks and prioritize resource needs
Successfully transition projects from Planning to Execution.
Provides insightful and competitive analytics that anticipate change and drive decision making
Provides investment analysis
Assists in contract evaluation and negotiation
Educates plant personnel on key performance metrics and financial results
Cross-functional leadership and team contribution
Proactively participates in plant operations via internal meetings, interaction with staff and hourly employees, walk the floor, advocate safety
Supports plant events and leads/participates on teams in plant (Leads TPM Office Pillar)
Work across organization boundaries and all levels of the company to achieve plant, division and/or corporate objectives
Shares best practices across the business, i.e. process improvements, financial modeling and procedures changes.
Aligns teams and resources to solve problems and drive results
Provides support to team members at plant, segment and corporate level
Leads non-financial plant administrative processes for sourcing, materials/production planning, warehouse operations, and security
Assigns resources and provides support and direction as needed
Monitors and hold self and others accountable for safety
Leadership for the oversight and accountability of plant security
Ensures the coordination, delegation and successful completion of site security functions, included but not limited to: Managing/implementing OC Security Standards, quarterly assessment of security equipment, security capital project management, incident investigation coordination (contact for local authorities, communication with WHQ), site contact for security audits and visits, and monitor completion of WHQ required training.
Leading and developing talent
Creates an environment where talent is developed through effective performance management, talent evaluation systems and utilization of people.
Acts as a resource to the non-financial leaders of the business providing education and training on the key principles of Finance.
Invests in the growth and development of his/her direct reports and other identified talent in their organization
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Prerequisites:
Strong financial acumen with demonstrated analytical ability accompanied by knowledge of corporate finance and manufacturing costing principles, understands P&L and balance sheet dynamics
Providing leadership to organizations within a manufacturing operation(s) leading operations planning, savings, forecasting and investment analysis
Demonstrated high growth in previous experience
Strong skills on Windows, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
Experience:
Bachelors degree in finance, accounting, or relevant discipline or at least equivalent through proven track record and working experience of 5 to 10 years in a similar function in an industrial operations environment
Experience in operating in a range of economic conditions, i.e. expansion, contraction, stable economic conditions - forecasting, scenario planning, risk analysis and contingency development
Providing leadership within a manufacturing organization leading operation planning, savings, forecasting and investment analysis
Participating in the development of strategic plans
About Owens Corning
Masonite is now proudly part of Owens Corning. Owens Corning is a global building and construction materials leader committed to building a sustainable future through material innovation. Our four integrated businesses Roofing, Insulation, Doors, and Composites provide durable, sustainable, energy-efficient solutions that leverage our unique material science, manufacturing, and market knowledge to help our customers win and grow. We are global in scope, human in scale with more than 25,000 employees in 31 countries dedicated to generating value for our customers and shareholders, and making a difference in the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1938 and based in Toledo, Ohio, USA, Owens Corning posted 2023 sales of $9.7 billion. For more information, visit
Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer.
About Owens Corning
Owens Corning is a residential and commercial building products leader committed to building a sustainable future through material innovation. Our products provide durable, sustainable, energy-efficient solutions that leverage our unique capabilities and market-leading positions to help our customers win and grow. We are global in scope, human in scale with more than 25,000 employees in 31 countries dedicated to generating value for our customers and shareholders and making a difference in the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1938 and based in Toledo, Ohio, USA, Owens Corning posted 2024 sales of $11.0 billion. For more information, visit
Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer. Except in limited circumstances such as formal apprenticeship programs, Owens Corning does not employ anyone under the age of 18.
Nearest Major Market: Jackson
Nearest Secondary Market: Memphis