Plant Controller

2 weeks ago

Reading, United States RM Palmer Company, LLC Full time

About the Company:

R.M. Palmer Company, LLC designs, produces, packages, and ships seasonal chocolate novelties. Its products include filled chocolates, solid chocolates, chocolate bars and balls, chocolate cups and coins, chocolate patties, and seasonal products. In addition to their own branded products, the Company co-manufactures both seasonal and everyday products for other large branded companies. Today, the Company operates out of two manufacturing facilities and one distribution facility with ~600 full-time employees. R.M. Palmer Company, LLC has some of the most differentiated manufacturing capabilities in the industry as one of the only companies in the U.S. able to make hollow molded chocolate candy products and multicolor chocolate candy novelties.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Plant Controller to join our team. The Plant Controller will be responsible for overseeing all financial aspects of our manufacturing operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency in financial reporting and analysis. Key areas of focus will include budgeting, financial analysis, managing the monthly close process, financial reporting, and helping to drive plant productivity. This role is pivotal in building business partnerships with supply chain leadership, supporting operational decision-making, and driving profitability within operations. This position reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer, and indirectly to the Plant Manager.

Key Responsibilities:

  • role will report and present the manufacturing operation's financial results, risks, and opportunities to key stakeholders in a timely and accurate manner.
  • month-end and year-end close processes for plant & distribution locations (including cost accounting & inventory control), including preparation of financial statements and reconciliations for supply chain operations.
  • detailed analysis on inventory costs to assist in the development of annual standard costs and understanding monthly inventory variances (including the monthly calculation of manufacturing variance capitalization).
  • the fixed asset system and general ledger accounts to ensure accuracy of records and monthly depreciation entries.
  • and analyze plant performance metrics to provide thought leadership and insight on achievement of plant key performance metrics (with a strong focus on cost reduction and improved operating efficiencies).
  • with cross-functional teams (plant operations, procurement, logistics) to optimize plant operations and drive cost efficiencies.
  • closely with the Controller to monitor key financial performance indicators.
  • and maintain accurate financial forecasts, budgets, and variance analysis reports.
  • compliance with corporate accounting policies and procedures in accordance with GAAP.
  • financial risk assessments and implement internal controls to mitigate risks.
  • capital investment decisions by providing financial analysis and ROI / IRR evaluations.
  • in strategic planning and decision-making discussions at the plant level.

Qualifications:

  • degree in Accounting or Finance is required; CPA, MBA, or CMA certification preferred.
  • of 6 years of experience in Finance and Accounting management is required.
  • working knowledge of manufacturing operations, cost accounting, product costing, and systems is required.
  • with a variety of accounting principles, concepts, practices, procedures, and US GAAP is required.
  • in preparing financial statements, analysis, and monthly close process is required.
  • in ERP systems and advanced MS Excel skills is required; prior experience with AS400 & JD Edwards is preferred.
  • analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.
  • be a self-motivated, proactive individual who can handle working in a fast-paced environment.
  • communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
  • leadership and managerial experience, with a track record of driving results.

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