Controller/Accounting Specialist

4 weeks ago


Springfield, United States Bemana, LLC Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

We are assisting a major client in the manufacturing space with hiring a Controller/Accounting Specialist for one of their plants in the Springfield, TN area. This is a hybrid role with frequent visits to the plant in Springfield, TN.

Must possess outstanding analytical skills, strong communication skills (both verbal and written) and a proven problem-solving capability. Responsible for timely, accurate and efficient accounting close monthly. Maintains relationships with Operations management on site performance and other financial areas.

Responsible for preparation of various financial activities including data gathering, planning, and reporting. Contribute to the annual budget process, the periodic forecast process, and other initiatives as they arise. Have the skills and confidence not only to contribute but to own processes and analyses. Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and enthusiastic presence in a team environment with the ability to lead and influence others.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

  • Investigate and prepare monthly analyses of the plants' financial results.
  • Interact proactively with the Plant Manager to identify factors that would enhance the plant's profitability.
  • Partner with cross-functional team on the preparation of the annual budget and periodic forecasts.
  • Evaluate and assist in the preparation of capital requests including ensuring correct classification of capital versus expense.
  • Analyze spending versus plan and report out findings.
  • Help develop and implement a robust cycle counting program.
  • Report / analyze results of cycle counts prepared by operations personnel.
  • Partner with cross-functional leadership to identify and implement cost accounting system design improvements, solutions to process constraints, and estimates for costs incurred over an asset's useful life.
  • Maintain and update cost elements and cost models. Review earned versus actual costs for variances.
  • Generate profitability analysis reporting for sales management.
  • Coordinate with Corporate Controller to ensure month-end close is completed timely.
  • Partner with Shared Services on issues with accounts payable, billing, payroll, or general ledger issues.
  • Prepare financial analysis, plans, studies, and presentations as required for management.
  • Serves as a liaison with internal and external auditors as well as managing various audit activities through the year.
  • Ensure plant activities are compliant with company policies and US GAAP.
  • Demonstrate teamwork by collaborating with others to improve overall standards of performance and service through continuous improvement activities.
  • Other duties as designed.

Qualifications:

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, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education Requirements/Work Experience

Bachelor's degree required. Minimum of 10 years of progressive accounting experience in a manufacturing environment.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Suite Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint and NetSuite.

Application Process

If your experience matches the description above, submit your resume, and one of our recruiters will be in touch to tell you more about the position and learn more about your experience and aspirations.

If your experience does not match this job description, we still encourage you to reach out to one of our recruiters, so we can learn about your professional aspirations for future job openings.

About Bemana

Bemana provides recruiting services to the nation's equipment and industrial sectors. Our clients and candidates value us for our specialized recruiting expertise, vast knowledge of the equipment and industrial job market, and ability to solve their most challenging employment needs. We have successfully recruited thousands of top-level professionals filling a wide range of management, sales, engineering, and technical positions across the nation.

Welcome to Bemana and we look forward to getting to know more about you.

Referral Program

Bemana offers a $500 reward for referrals that lead to a hire. So, if this job or location is not for you, but you know someone that might be interested, send them this link and we'll send you a check if they get hired. Terms & conditions apply.



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