About this opportunity
Cox Consulting Network lists this Plant Controller opportunity in elgin, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Cox Consulting Network has been exclusively retained by a fast-growing, profitable manufacturer to find a detail-oriented and analytical Plant Controller. This is a hybrid role (4 days/week onsite) near Elgin, Illinois. This position is perfect for a person who thrives in a collaborative, high-energy, fast-growing manufacturing environment.
In this critical role, you will report to the Corporate Controller and be responsible for the full cycle accounting for the site. You’ll be the backbone of the month-end and year-end close processes, drive the KPI reporting and manage all forecasts and budgets. You’ll partner with the Plant Manager to improve operational processes and productivity and will be a key member of the plant management team.
If you have strong analytical skills and a deep understanding of manufacturing accounting principles, reach out.
What You’ll Do
Preparation of monthly financial reporting, and key financial templates
Weekly Sales Reporting analysis and email communication to owners including generating and analyzing sales report and performing weekly cash reconciliation
Posting and reconciling general ledger entries for month-end closing
ICO accruals
Prepare the reconciliation for all balance sheet accounts and key income statement accounts timely at month end close
Ensure fixed assets are appropriately recorded and depreciated as per date of service
Review entries for depreciation and amortization
Review and record construction-in-progress
Assist with yearend inventory count and GL adjustments as required monthly
Work with operation to clear any inventory issues on-site
Manage Senior Accounting and AP/AR clerks
Manage and assist clerks with ACH/wire/check activity and review weekly payables runs
Manage and assist clerks with collections and reconciliations of AR
What You Bring to the Table
Experience: 5-7 years of accounting experience (Accounting Manager/Controller or similar role preferred)
Education: BA in Accounting or a related field
Business Central experience is strongly preferred
Tech Savvy: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (specifically pivot tables), accounting software and AI tools
Manufacturing Experience: cost accounting & understanding of manufacturing accounting & inventory preferred
Communication: Strong financial acumen with the ability to explain the "why" behind the numbers to various stakeholders
Mindset: Ability to work independently, high attention to detail, and a collaborative team spirit
Flexibility – hybrid role with 4 days/week in office
Bonus opportunity
Profitable and growing company – potential for IPO in the future
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Worksite address
elgin, IL, 60122, US
Who can apply
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