Fresh Express
Overview
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Plant Controller
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Fresh Express . The
Plant Controller
is responsible for accounting duties including preparation and review of journal entries and account reconciliations, financial statement review and analysis, internal control compliance and documentation, and other accounting functions as assigned. This role manages the standard cost system and costing processes, and leads management reporting duties including analysis of variances vs budget, labor reports, and ad hoc reports to support Plant Management, Corporate Manufacturing and Corporate Accounting. The position includes ownership of the annual budget, including labor, and supervises a team of 2 to 4 accountants. Strong understanding of accounting concepts, ability to review and analyze information, and ability to understand the business and related financial reporting are required. Projects involve implementing processes to support changing business needs and internal control compliance.
Base pay range
$125,000.00/yr - $140,000.00/yr
Responsibilities
Ensure timely and accurate month-end close and associated tasks. Review account reconciliations and General Ledger balances for GAAP compliance, internal policies, and internal controls. Compile and analyze key performance indicators for management review (daily, weekly, monthly). Prepare and/or review closing journal entries for direct costs allocation. Maintain and update the standard cost system. Review inventory counts, adjustments, and reconciliations; perform quarterly inventory observations. Lead plant budgeting and forecasting processes. Conduct variance analysis of direct labor, material usage, yields, purchase price variances, and overhead expenses. Identify and communicate accounting issues; collaborate with the business to provide solutions. Support process improvements and reporting tools to meet internal needs. Deliver under pressure and meet deadlines; handle large data sets; provide ad hoc reports as needed.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance. CPA or MBA preferred. Minimum 5+ years of General Accounting experience with solid GAAP knowledge. Minimum 2+ years in a standard cost manufacturing environment with costing analysis. Minimum 2+ years of experience supervising direct reports. Excellent oral and written communication skills; strong analytical and computer skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookup functions, databases) and ERP accounting systems. Ability to make decisions, arrive on time, follow directions, and work well with others; strong attention to detail.
Preferred qualifications
Food or CPG industry experience is a plus. Experience with Essbase is a plus.
Other information
The statements herein describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not an exhaustive list of responsibilities. This description does not constitute a contract of employment and is subject to change at the discretion of the employer.
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Finance, Accounting/Auditing, and Management
Industries
Food and Beverage Manufacturing Food and Beverage Retail Consumer Services
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Join to apply for the
Plant Controller
role at
Fresh Express . The
Plant Controller
is responsible for accounting duties including preparation and review of journal entries and account reconciliations, financial statement review and analysis, internal control compliance and documentation, and other accounting functions as assigned. This role manages the standard cost system and costing processes, and leads management reporting duties including analysis of variances vs budget, labor reports, and ad hoc reports to support Plant Management, Corporate Manufacturing and Corporate Accounting. The position includes ownership of the annual budget, including labor, and supervises a team of 2 to 4 accountants. Strong understanding of accounting concepts, ability to review and analyze information, and ability to understand the business and related financial reporting are required. Projects involve implementing processes to support changing business needs and internal control compliance.
Base pay range
$125,000.00/yr - $140,000.00/yr
Responsibilities
Ensure timely and accurate month-end close and associated tasks. Review account reconciliations and General Ledger balances for GAAP compliance, internal policies, and internal controls. Compile and analyze key performance indicators for management review (daily, weekly, monthly). Prepare and/or review closing journal entries for direct costs allocation. Maintain and update the standard cost system. Review inventory counts, adjustments, and reconciliations; perform quarterly inventory observations. Lead plant budgeting and forecasting processes. Conduct variance analysis of direct labor, material usage, yields, purchase price variances, and overhead expenses. Identify and communicate accounting issues; collaborate with the business to provide solutions. Support process improvements and reporting tools to meet internal needs. Deliver under pressure and meet deadlines; handle large data sets; provide ad hoc reports as needed.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance. CPA or MBA preferred. Minimum 5+ years of General Accounting experience with solid GAAP knowledge. Minimum 2+ years in a standard cost manufacturing environment with costing analysis. Minimum 2+ years of experience supervising direct reports. Excellent oral and written communication skills; strong analytical and computer skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookup functions, databases) and ERP accounting systems. Ability to make decisions, arrive on time, follow directions, and work well with others; strong attention to detail.
Preferred qualifications
Food or CPG industry experience is a plus. Experience with Essbase is a plus.
Other information
The statements herein describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not an exhaustive list of responsibilities. This description does not constitute a contract of employment and is subject to change at the discretion of the employer.
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Finance, Accounting/Auditing, and Management
Industries
Food and Beverage Manufacturing Food and Beverage Retail Consumer Services
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