Controller

PLANT CONTROLLER (ASSISTANT CONTROLLER / SENIOR PLANT ACCOUNTANT)

If you are seeking stability and a track record of success, our client is celebrating their 50th anniversary, a testament to their enduring commitment to excellence in the industry. This progressive and growth-oriented packaging manufacturing company needs a Controller / Senior Plant Accountant / Assistant Plant Controller in Phoenix, Arizona who can oversee a high level of cost accounting, inventory management, and financial reporting.Offering comprehensive benefits and relocation assistance if needed.

APPLY NOW to be a part of a team that continues to thrive!

COMPENSATION: Up to $115000 + 5% bonusLOCATION: Houston, Texas

This position provides recommendations to management in support of the achievement of company goals.Provide financial direction / support to plant managers / core management teams.Prepare financial analysis to monitor spending in key areas (labor, scrap, spending, inventory, etc.)Accurate and timely financial reporting of plant metrics (monthly, quarterly, and annually)Assist in the development of annual plant budget and periodic forecasts.Support physical inventory reporting and cycle count analysis.Prepare various financial models, as appropriate; prepare and review various account reconciliations.General ledger maintenance/transactional processing/journal entry creationGather information relative to cost/benefit analysis and other plant financial initiatives.Analyze plant labor, scrap, operational spending, and inventory transactions for optimal manufacturing levels.Participate in month-end close activities (create/post financial/statistical journal entries, prepare standard financial and operational reports, analyze/explain operational activities/related variances, analyze/report monthly plant performance)Monitor and review asset additions, transfers, and disposals. Ensure complete and accurate supporting documentation.Assist with preparation and support preparation of capital expenditure justifications.Oversee and assist with Accounts Payable ProcessMaintain and improve processes and controls associated with manufacturing costs and inventory valuation.Assist with the regular review of excess/obsolete inventory and conduct inventory reconciliations monthly.Perform work order review/analysis for accuracy and completeness.Analyze and report on inventory transaction activities.Ensure validity and accuracy of ERP through analysis, internal audit, and coordination with Materials, Production, and work order processing.

REQUIREMENTSBachelor’s degree in accounting required. CMA, CPA, and/or MBA are a plus.5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.Strong cost accounting and strong inventory accounting experience are essential.ERP experience in Microsoft D365 a plus.SQL or extremely strong Excel experience pulling data.Experience in packaging manufacturing, a plus.