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Regional Plant Controller
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12 hours ago Be among the first 25 applicants
Our vision is both simple and ambitious: to put our drinks on every table.
Refresco is the leading global independent beverage solutions provider, distributing our products worldwide from production sites in Europe, North America and Australia. We serve a broad range of national and international retailers as well as Global, National and Emerging (GNE) brands.
Summary Description The Regional Plant Controller is accountable for the overall integrity, accuracy and completeness of the company’s operations financial results and safeguarding of plant assets. The Regional Plant Controller partners with the Sr. Ops Directors and operations management team for the plants in the region and engages in all aspects of these operations to provide timely and comprehensive financial leadership to the plant management teams.
Essential Functions
Overall responsibility for the multiple plant operations financial results and delivery of accurate timely results in accordance with IFRS and company processes/procedures by working closely with the plant management team, Cost Accounting/Inventory management and Supply Chain Finance teams.
Provide financial guidance and support to plant management with proactive communication of accounting/reporting issues and recommendations.
Interpret and present monthly EBITDA results for plants in region with Sr. Ops Directors.
Provide guidance/input to management on key business decisions that enable effective and efficient operations and delivery of cost savings.
Provide guidance to plant management in the origination of capital expenditure requests. Prepare/review financial support for the capex requests ensuring compliance to company policy and robust accurate projections of costs and savings generated by the project. Perform post capital expenditure audits and reviews.
Ensure the Manufacturing plant finance team are properly and accurately reporting plant financial data.
Ensure compliance with key control procedures and corporate policies and procedures at the local level plant management team to ensure the overall financial integrity of the plant financial information and safeguarding of assets.
Monitor plant finance team compliance with the Refresco Inventory Cycle Count Policy.
Maintain open communication with peers to foster a consistent approach in the financial management of the local operating units.
Provide support for external and internal audits at the operating facilities.
Complete ad-hoc reporting requests as needed.
Budgeting/Forecasting
Manage the weekly/monthly/quarterly latest estimate forecast process with the plant management teams and finance staff in the region to deliver accurate forecasted results. Appropriate identification of risks and opportunities.
Lead the development of the annual Operating Plan for the manufacturing facilities within the region.
Business Analysis Support
Work with the Plant Management Team to identify and recommend process improvements that will deliver financial benefits or mitigate financial risks. Analyze financial data to facilitate decision making process at the plant management level.
Required Skills and Competencies
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong analytical skills
Proven strategic problem‑solving skills
Ability to operate and consistently deliver in a changing environment
IT Literate (Microsoft Office)
ERP System experience (SAP preferred)
High level of accountability. A self‑starter with strong initiative and the ability to work independently. Strong customer service orientation.
Strives for high performance and uses technical skills effectively with a demonstrated emphasis to detail and accuracy. Ability to multi‑task, and work in an organized, detailed manner under limited time frames & tight deadlines.
Intermediate to Advanced Excel skills
Knowledge of financial accounting systems, controls and compliance procedures and industry practices
Strong Business Ethics Commitment
Financial analysis skills (identifies information needed to prepare and validate analyses; interprets and draws conclusions from financial information; extracts meaning from data by recognizing trends and patterns)
US GAAP/IFRS knowledge
Sarbanes Oxley knowledge
Multiple sites, remote site management
Ability to demonstrate continuous improvement in previous roles. Active involvement in cost savings development.
Sarbanes‑Oxley implementation and maintenance experience.
Emphasis on problem prevention and developing ideas for improvement.
Education and Experience
Bachelor's in Accounting required.
Manufacturing & costing experience
Minimum of 5 years at Controller level
US GAAP & Sarbanes Oxley knowledge
ERP System experience
A Career with Refresco Refresco Beverages US Inc. offers the following competitive pay and comprehensive benefits:
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
Life and AD&D Insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance
Short‑term disability and long‑term disability
Pet Insurance
Legal Benefits
401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
12 Paid Holidays
15 Vacation Days and 6 Paid (Sick) Time Off Days
Well‑being Benefit
Discount and Total Reward Programs
The applicant who is hired will receive wages within the range that will be based on several factors, including, as applicable, criteria such as years and type of experience, relevant education, training, qualifications, certifications/licensing, skills, geographic location, performance, market considerations, seniority system, merit system, systems that measure earnings by quantity or quality of production, and business or organizational needs.
Join Refresco TODAY and enjoy a rewarding CAREER!
Any employment agency, person, or entity that submits a résumé to this career site or a hiring manager does so with the understanding that the applicant's résumé will become the property of Refresco Beverages US, Inc. Refresco Beverages, US Inc., will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person, or entity.
Employment agencies that have agreements with Refresco Beverages US, Inc., and have been engaged in a search shall submit a résumé to the designated Refresco recruiter or, upon authorization, submit a résumé to this career site to be eligible for placement fees.
Refresco Beverages US Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, Veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Finance
Industries Food and Beverage Services
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Regional Plant Controller
role at
Refresco
12 hours ago Be among the first 25 applicants
Our vision is both simple and ambitious: to put our drinks on every table.
Refresco is the leading global independent beverage solutions provider, distributing our products worldwide from production sites in Europe, North America and Australia. We serve a broad range of national and international retailers as well as Global, National and Emerging (GNE) brands.
Summary Description The Regional Plant Controller is accountable for the overall integrity, accuracy and completeness of the company’s operations financial results and safeguarding of plant assets. The Regional Plant Controller partners with the Sr. Ops Directors and operations management team for the plants in the region and engages in all aspects of these operations to provide timely and comprehensive financial leadership to the plant management teams.
Essential Functions
Overall responsibility for the multiple plant operations financial results and delivery of accurate timely results in accordance with IFRS and company processes/procedures by working closely with the plant management team, Cost Accounting/Inventory management and Supply Chain Finance teams.
Provide financial guidance and support to plant management with proactive communication of accounting/reporting issues and recommendations.
Interpret and present monthly EBITDA results for plants in region with Sr. Ops Directors.
Provide guidance/input to management on key business decisions that enable effective and efficient operations and delivery of cost savings.
Provide guidance to plant management in the origination of capital expenditure requests. Prepare/review financial support for the capex requests ensuring compliance to company policy and robust accurate projections of costs and savings generated by the project. Perform post capital expenditure audits and reviews.
Ensure the Manufacturing plant finance team are properly and accurately reporting plant financial data.
Ensure compliance with key control procedures and corporate policies and procedures at the local level plant management team to ensure the overall financial integrity of the plant financial information and safeguarding of assets.
Monitor plant finance team compliance with the Refresco Inventory Cycle Count Policy.
Maintain open communication with peers to foster a consistent approach in the financial management of the local operating units.
Provide support for external and internal audits at the operating facilities.
Complete ad-hoc reporting requests as needed.
Budgeting/Forecasting
Manage the weekly/monthly/quarterly latest estimate forecast process with the plant management teams and finance staff in the region to deliver accurate forecasted results. Appropriate identification of risks and opportunities.
Lead the development of the annual Operating Plan for the manufacturing facilities within the region.
Business Analysis Support
Work with the Plant Management Team to identify and recommend process improvements that will deliver financial benefits or mitigate financial risks. Analyze financial data to facilitate decision making process at the plant management level.
Required Skills and Competencies
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong analytical skills
Proven strategic problem‑solving skills
Ability to operate and consistently deliver in a changing environment
IT Literate (Microsoft Office)
ERP System experience (SAP preferred)
High level of accountability. A self‑starter with strong initiative and the ability to work independently. Strong customer service orientation.
Strives for high performance and uses technical skills effectively with a demonstrated emphasis to detail and accuracy. Ability to multi‑task, and work in an organized, detailed manner under limited time frames & tight deadlines.
Intermediate to Advanced Excel skills
Knowledge of financial accounting systems, controls and compliance procedures and industry practices
Strong Business Ethics Commitment
Financial analysis skills (identifies information needed to prepare and validate analyses; interprets and draws conclusions from financial information; extracts meaning from data by recognizing trends and patterns)
US GAAP/IFRS knowledge
Sarbanes Oxley knowledge
Multiple sites, remote site management
Ability to demonstrate continuous improvement in previous roles. Active involvement in cost savings development.
Sarbanes‑Oxley implementation and maintenance experience.
Emphasis on problem prevention and developing ideas for improvement.
Education and Experience
Bachelor's in Accounting required.
Manufacturing & costing experience
Minimum of 5 years at Controller level
US GAAP & Sarbanes Oxley knowledge
ERP System experience
A Career with Refresco Refresco Beverages US Inc. offers the following competitive pay and comprehensive benefits:
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts
Life and AD&D Insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance
Short‑term disability and long‑term disability
Pet Insurance
Legal Benefits
401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
12 Paid Holidays
15 Vacation Days and 6 Paid (Sick) Time Off Days
Well‑being Benefit
Discount and Total Reward Programs
The applicant who is hired will receive wages within the range that will be based on several factors, including, as applicable, criteria such as years and type of experience, relevant education, training, qualifications, certifications/licensing, skills, geographic location, performance, market considerations, seniority system, merit system, systems that measure earnings by quantity or quality of production, and business or organizational needs.
Join Refresco TODAY and enjoy a rewarding CAREER!
Any employment agency, person, or entity that submits a résumé to this career site or a hiring manager does so with the understanding that the applicant's résumé will become the property of Refresco Beverages US, Inc. Refresco Beverages, US Inc., will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person, or entity.
Employment agencies that have agreements with Refresco Beverages US, Inc., and have been engaged in a search shall submit a résumé to the designated Refresco recruiter or, upon authorization, submit a résumé to this career site to be eligible for placement fees.
Refresco Beverages US Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, Veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.
Seniority level Mid‑Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Finance
Industries Food and Beverage Services
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Refresco by 2x
Sign in to set job alerts for “Plant Controller” roles. Kalamazoo, MI $95,000.00-$135,000.00 12 hours ago
Three Rivers, MI $100,000.00-$150,000.00 1 week ago
Schoolcraft, MI $130,000.00-$150,000.00 1 day ago
Portage, MI $100,000.00-$120,000.00 3 days ago
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