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JBS USA

PLANT CONTROLLER I - JBS MEMPHIS PLANT

JBS USA, Memphis, Tennessee, us, 37544

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Job Summary Plant controller position functions as a business partner with plant and financial management to effectively manage and control the local business. Leads the financial staff at the plant and is accountable for plant-level responsibilities including general accounting, payables, order entry billing, cost accounting, bill of materials, business analysis, financial reporting, sales management, and computer operations. Will also liaison with corporate financial staff as required.

Responsibilities

Prepare monthly report of results, monthly forecasts, annual operating plan, and strategic planning.

Responsible for internal controls at the plant for operations, sales and finance.

Analyze and accurately report current month’s financial results to the plant, sales, and corporate management in accordance with corporate format and time requirements.

Submit all financial transactions, transmissions, and reporting on a timely and accurate basis.

Ensure accuracy of the physical inventory and reported results. Investigate and explain book to physical adjustments.

Perform audits of bills of materials to ensure product cost are accurate and accounted for properly. Report audit results monthly.

Ensure timely and accurate input of bill of material and price code changes.

Ensure bill of material and costing accurately reflect production operations.

Maintain a perpetual inventory for finished goods and reconcile this perpetual to production, shipping, and returns daily.

Attend daily plant production meetings.

Perform daily walkthroughs of the plant with the Plant Manager to discuss production and costing issues. Review labor reporting and cost, material costs, manufacturing overhead, distribution cost, returns and inventory levels.

Conduct formal meetings with manufacturing, finance and sales management personnel to discuss all plant issues. Develop and publish a formal agenda and recap with actions to be taken.

Analyze potential excess and obsolete inventory items monthly.

Reconcile all inter-company accounts monthly.

Analyze internal controls to ensure assets are adequately safeguarded and results are accurately reported.

Assure adherence to general accepted accounting policies. Resolve questions of GAAP and internal controls with corporate financial management.

Assist in the completion of special projects.

Qualifications

B.S. in Accounting or Business Administration.

5-10 years as plant controller or cost manager in manufacturing environment, managing a staff, with an emphasis cost accounting, reporting and variance analysis.

High level of proficiency of PC spreadsheets and ERP/MRP systems.

Ability to speak, read, and write English.

Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Ability to use various databases and applications independently.

Ability to comprehend the implications of process, policies and regulations, against requirements.

Ability to manage the general services functional areas: purchasing, transportation processing, inventory management, and contracts and accountable property.

Ability to establish a new network of professional working relationships with customers, colleagues and service providers, while further developing existing networks.

Ability to make decisions and solve complex problems effectively and independently and identify alternative solutions.

Ability to effectively manage and lead other contractors.

Ability to interact with people who have different values, cultures and backgrounds.

Physical Requirements

Very active position, requiring standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, opening filing cabinets, standing on a stool as necessary and climbing.

Must be able to hear average or normal conversation and receive ordinary information. Must be able to work in a noisy work environment.

Must be able to frequently and regularly use wrists, hands, and fingers.

Acute closed vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Must be able to frequently lift light to heavy objects throughout the day. Must be able to exert up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally.

Must be able to work for long hours in a no-kill food processing environment, where it is wet, damp, and cold. Temperatures are frequently below freezing, and employees are expected to remain in these conditions for most of their work days.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits

Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment.

Paid Time Off: Vacation and 6 company observed holidays.

401(k): Company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule.

Base Salary Range: $108,000 - $146,000.

Incentive Pay: Annual Bonus plan, varying based on performance.

Career Development: Continuous learning opportunities and career growth programs.

Company Overview JBS USA is a leading global provider of diversified, high-quality food products, including a portfolio of well-recognized brands and innovative, easy-to-use food solutions. We process, prepare, and package and deliver fresh and value-added premium meat, poultry and retail-ready food products for customers in approximately 100 countries on six continents. We are also the majority shareholder of Pilgrim's, the largest poultry company in North America. JBS USA employs more than 100,000 team members, and our corporate office is located in beautiful Greely, Colorado, where our 1,200 team members onsite enjoy more than 300 days of sunshine a year.

Equal Opportunity Employer EOE/Vets/Disability

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