Plant Accountant

About Bob Evans Farms, Inc.

For over 75 years, Bob Evans Farms has delivered delicious, quick-to-table, farm-inspired food that makes mealtime a little bit easier and a lot more delicious. We're proud to be the No. 1-selling refrigerated dinner sides*, including many varieties of wholesome, feel-good favorites such as mashed potatoes and macaroni & cheese, sold in grocery stores across the country. We're also a leading producer and distributor of sausage and egg products including liquid eggs. In addition to our flagship Bob Evans^® brand, our product portfolio includes Simply Potatoes^®, Egg Beaters^® and Owens^® Sausage. Bob Evans Farms is based in Columbus, Ohio, and is owned by Post Holdings, Inc., a consumer-packaged goods holding company. For more information about Bob Evans Farms, Inc., visit www.bobevansgrocery.com.

Position Overview:

Under the direction of the Plant Controller, this position is an integral part of the plant management team in support of the strategic and operating plans of the company.  The position is responsible for a variety of financial, accounting and reporting functions including, but not limited to general ledger, accounts payable, sales tax compliance, SOX compliance, establishing and maintaining standard costs, ensuring the integrity of inventory movements, preparation and reporting of KPI’s, capital spending, fixed assets, budgeting, analysis and preserving the integrity of internal controls.

Accountabilities:

• Responsible for the accuracy of data in Oracle, Kronos, and all financial related reporting systems.
• Prepares and communicates weekly and monthly variance analysis.
• Monitors trends and identifies and communicates financial opportunities and hazards.
• Assists in asset management including Capital Project Request preparation and related analysis, placing assets in service, fixed asset schedule review and verification.
• Frequently observes activities in the plant to improve Recipe information and the recording of information in the system.
• Assists with daily batch processes and interacts with Operations personnel to improve data entry and correct batch issues.
• Performs designated month end close functions including updating general ledger transactions and setting up accruals.
• Participates in the budgeting and forecasting processes as directed by the Plant Controller.
• Coordinates the purchase order process with other departments and A/P.
• Conducts analysis to identify and diagnose problems and opportunities impacting plant financials. 

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
• 3-5 years of plant accounting experience
• Experience in manufacturing/production enterprises preferred
• Experience in cost accounting
• Experience in inventory management including cycle counting and physical inventory
• Financial planning experience including budgeting and forecasting