Senior Plant Finance Manager

The Senior Plant Finance Manager plays a critical role in overseeing and managing the financial activities of the plant, including budgeting, financial reporting, cost accounting, and compliance with relevant laws and standards.

• Financial Process Development: Develop and implement robust financial processes and systems to support plant operations.
• Financial Reporting: Manage the month-end close process, including preparing journal entries, performing reconciliations, and conducting variance analysis to ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Collaboration and Optimization: Collaborate with plant management to optimize operations and maintain financial integrity.
• Budgeting and Forecasting: Direct the annual budgeting process and provide precise forecasting to guide strategic decision-making and resource allocation.
• Compliance and Risk Management: Oversee internal and external audits, ensuring timely and accurate documentation and compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Cost Control: Identify and implement cost control measures to optimize plant operations and improve profitability.
• Inventory Management: Lead the daily volumetric accounting for inbound and outbound truck deliveries, production, and fuel inventory.
• Production Cost Analysis: Calculate production costs and assess the impact of renewable fuel incentive programs.
• Key Performance Indicators: Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to provide actionable financial insights to plant management.
• Property Tax Management: Interact with county officials to manage property tax assessments and ensure compliance.
• Financial Reporting and Presentations: Prepare and present comprehensive monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to industry regulations, GAAP, and internal company policies.
• Start-up Phase Support: Support the plant's start-up phase by developing financial models and strategies to manage financial risks.
• Team Leadership: Mentor and guide the finance team, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
• Risk Management: Maintain a robust risk management framework to address financial risks associated with biofuel production, including market volatility and regulatory changes.
• Process Improvement: Drive process improvements and leverage technology to enhance efficiency and accuracy within financial operations.

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or MBA preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 7 years of experience in plant finance or accounting, with at least 3 years in a leadership role within the energy or manufacturing sector.
• Skills: Strong knowledge of cost accounting, fixed asset management, and inventory control. Experience with renewable energy incentive programs is highly desirable.
• Leadership and Communication: Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Hands-on Leadership: Exhibits a hands-on leadership style, demonstrating that no task is too small and leading by example to foster a collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in accounting software and advanced Excel skills.