A key member of the plant management team, the Controller is responsible for all financial aspects of the business and the focal point for financial planning and analysis, cost accounting and profit and loss statement control, ensuring compliance with all PCC Corporate Policies and Procedures, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, and Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) requirements. Although a leadership role, this position is a hands-on, working manager with individual contributor requirements as well as leadership and management responsibilities. This position reports directly to the Plant General Manager with a dotted line to the VP of Finance.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability and/or competency needed for successful performance in the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Comply with PCC Code of Conduct requirements.
Effectively lead department staff by coaching, developing, communicating, delegating, and holding staff accountable. Create a team-oriented environment which motivates staff and keeps employees engaged in their jobs and the Company.
Responsible for all financial statements, internal and external audits, budgets, forecasts and strategic business plans, and must coordinate with Division and Corporate finance to achieve the goals and objectives of the business.
Oversee daily operations of the Accounting and Finance departments. Controls and monitors all company assets including inventory and fixed assets through cycle counting or other audit methodologies.
Establishes or recommends to management major economic strategies, objectives and policies for the company. Acts to link/align the major business functions to profitability, growth and cash flow.
Prepares timely and comprehensive reports including analysis of financial data, statements, and audits covering sales, earnings, profits, working capital, cash balances and other financial metrics based on past, present and expected operations.
Directs preparation of budgets, reviews budget proposals, and prepares necessary supporting documentation and justifications. Monitors approved budgets on a monthly basis, providing guidance and assistance where needed to management.
Partners with Operations and Sales functions in matching financial capability of company assets and resources to the forecast for sales/shipments as well as analyzing margins and recommending actions to improve items not meeting overall objectives of company.
Manages financial and SOX audits with internal and external auditors and provide recommendations for procedural improvements.
Acts as the site’s Ethics Officer regarding compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements and oversees all internal controls.
Assists management with negotiation and review of Long-Term Agreements with customers.
Serves as advisor to and strategic partner with the General Manager of the business, assisting in most decisions related to forecasts, key position hiring, new initiatives to exploit potential profit improvement opportunities, setting of plant policies and procedures, and other avenues in pursuit of operational excellence.
Establish and implement short- and long-range departmental goals, objectives, policies, and operating procedures. Design, establish, and maintain an organizational structure and staffing to effectively accomplish the department&39;s goals and objectives.
Advises management about insurance coverage for protection against property losses and potential liabilities.
Provides management with timely reviews of organization&39;s financial status and progress in its various programs and activities.
Directs determination of depreciation rates to apply to capital assets.
Advises management on desirable operational adjustments due to tax code revisions.
Prepares reports required by regulatory agencies.
Other duties as assigned.
Required Skills:
Strong background in product cost Accounting (standard cost system) and experience in plant accounting/finance systems including strong understanding in the use of Excel.
GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley knowledge is required. Track record of improving internal controls highly valued.
Exceptional analytical abilities and understanding of accounting and finance issues in a manufacturing environment.
Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and projections. Working knowledge of short- and long-term budgeting and forecasting, rolling budgets, and profitability and variance analysis.
A proactive, hands-on strategic thinker with effective problem-solving skills which allows for strategic data interpretation vs. simple reporting.
Experience presenting to highest levels of management with confidence and precision.
Solid, overall business acumen and a strong mindset for continuous improvement.
Attention to detail and an attitude of 100 compliance with all company and regulatory requirements.
Work requires verbal communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to motivate teams to produce quality materials within tight timeframes and simultaneously manage several projects.
Effective leadership, e.g., ability to define team objectives and hold others accountable for results.
Effective organization and planning skills.
Biased for action.
Team Oriented.
Ability to work 40+ hours per week, including weekends as required.
Experience & Education:
BS or BA in Accounting or Finance from an accredited institution.
7-10 years Accounting/Finance experience with 3-5 years as the financial leader in a manufacturing environment with full responsibility for the books and records, highly preferred.
MBA highly preferred.
Experience as a Financial leader at a publicly traded company highly preferred..
CPA highly preferred.
Strong Microsoft Excel skills
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk and sit. The employee infrequently lifts and/or moves up to 35 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Manufacturing and laboratory environments. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
This description is intended to describe the type and level of work being performed by a person assigned to this position. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required by a person so classified.