About this opportunity
Saint-Gobain North America lists this Plant Controller opportunity in jackson, Michigan. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
This position is primarily responsible for providing financial expertise and analysis support to our Jackson, MI facility.
The plant controller is responsible for all aspects of the financial close, standard costing and financial reporting for the location. This position should be the go-to individual with plant management to ensure the financial health of the location and assist in managing: inventory levels, cost reduction, capital and spending. This position also works closely with plant management to ensure proper internal controls are in place in alignment with Saint Gobain requirements.
Responsibilities
Manage the timely completion of the month-end financial close
Demonstrate awareness of all elements of a plant’s financial statements
Prepare all post-closing plant financial analysis, performance reports and meaningful commentary
Prepare and coordinate the annual budget at the plant level.
Prepare, maintain and analyze product standard costs
Support the analytical needs of the Regional Controller and other financial management
Partner with plant management to increase plant efficiency and profitability
Prepare analysis to understand the financial ramifications of current and proposed business actions
Identify issues and proactively initiate analyses / solutions to plant issues
Ensure compliance with SGC and SPG policies and procedures
Oversee and reconcile inventory cycle counts and annual physical inventory
Assist in preparation of capital appropriations requests
Track cost reduction projects and maintain required reporting
Ad hoc analysis
Support six sigma by verifying results and work with plant management on new projects.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor degree in Accounting or Finance, CPA, CMA, or MBA preferable or equivalent, complementary work experience
Minimum 7 years of progressive cost accounting and analysis experience with a major manufacturing organization and a minimum of 2 years at a supervisor level. A strong emphasis should be put on knowledge of management accounting, cost and inventory accounting, and GAAP
Strong analytical skills are required to quickly grasp issues impacting the plant’s financial results
Strong IT aptitude to deliver effective desktop reporting (paperless web-enabled environment), utilize business warehouse tools and MS Excel and PowerPoint for analysis and presentations
Excellent communication and presentation skills are required
Capable of leading a process team and able to define clear vision, goals, and service standards
Ability to manage projects, work independently, and communicate effectively to all areas and levels of the location
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships across plant and functional organizations.
Demonstrated client service orientation
Benefits
Health and Well-being – Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.
Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance
Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options
LiveWell Wellness Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave
Retirement and Protection - Helping to make the future life you want a reality.
401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP) Cash Balance Pension Plan
Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability
Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness and
Additional Benefits – Helping shape the experience and impact you want
Identity Theft Protection
Auto and Home Insurance
Pet Insurance and Discounts
Back-up Child and Elder Care
Legal
Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.
Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state’s Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at
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Worksite address
jackson, MI, 49203, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.