Cox Consulting Network has been exclusively retained by a fast-growing, profitable manufacturer to find a detail-oriented and analytical PlantController. This is a hybrid role (4 days/week onsite) near Elgin, Illinois with travel to Addison, IL. This position is perfect for a person who thrives in a collaborative, high-energy, fast-growing manufacturing environment.
In this critical role, you will report to the Corporate Controller and be responsible for the accounting for two manufacturing sites. You’ll be the backbone of the month-end and year-end close processes, drive the KPI reporting and manage all forecasts and budgets. You’ll partner with the Plant Manager to improve operational processes and productivity and will be a key member of the plant management team.
If you thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and have strong analytical skills and a deep understanding of manufacturing accounting principles, reach out!
What You’ll Do
Preparation of monthly financial reporting, and key financial templates
Weekly Sales Reporting analysis and email communication to owners including generating and analyzing sales report and performing weekly cash reconciliation
Posting and reconciling general ledger entries for month-end closing
ICO accruals
Prepare the reconciliation for all balance sheet accounts and key income statement accounts timely at month end close.
Ensure fixed assets are appropriately recorded and depreciated as per date of service.
Review entries for depreciation and amortization.
Review and record construction-in-progress
Assist with year-end inventory count and GL adjustments as required monthly.
Work with operation to clear any inventory issues on-site.
Manage Senior Accounting and AP/AR clerks
Manage and assist clerks with ACH/wire/check activity and review weekly payables runs
Manage and assist clerks with collections and reconciliations of AR.
Requirements
Experience: 5-7 years of accounting experience (Accounting Manager/Controller or similar role preferred).
Education: BA in Accounting or a related field.
Business Central experience is strongly preferred!
Tech Savvy: Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (specifically pivot tables) and accounting software.