Jobs for People with MS: National MS Society

Description We are in search of a diligent Plant Controller, based in Allentown, Pennsylvania. This role plays a pivotal part in directing the financial management, business planning, and accounting activities of our plant. The Plant Controller will supervise major financial operations, including payroll, payables, receivables, management, and financial reporting. This role is also involved in developing short and long-term plans and forecasts based on business goals, providing financial and operational analysis of results, and offering recommendations to improve plant results.

Responsibilities:

• Direct and oversee the accounting and financial affairs of the plant, ensuring accurate financial statements and timely transaction processing activities.

• Ensure that the plant maintains compliance with federal, state, and local laws and that internal controls are in place and operating effectively.

• Conduct month/year-end closings and ensure that financial transactions are processed properly.

• Coordinate and direct the preparation of budget and financial reports and forecasts.

• Maintain a system of accounts and ensure document balances through complete and timely account reconciliations.

• Prepare internal reports, revise, and update reports for Management decision making. Analyze and report variances.

• Make recommendations to plant management aimed at improving the short and long-term results of the plant.

• Review financial position and key control issues with plant management on a quarterly basis.

• Manage the profit forecasting, annual budgeting, and month-end closing processes for the plants. Prepare financial analysis and scenarios as requested.

• Manage the capital expenditure process including working with plant management on analysis of significant projects and ensuring that project’s financials are prepared properly prior to Board of Director submittal.

• Provide guidance, training, and operating documentation to accounting staff as well as other staff that engage in accounting activities. Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in accounting or finance.

8+ years’ experience in the accounting function with a solid understanding of all the major areas of accounting.

5+ yrs. experience in manufacturing setting with 1 -2 years as Plant Accountant (or similar experience) with an overall understanding of plant operations.

Solid understanding and working knowledge of standard financial/accounting procedures, GAAP concepts and principles, accounting procedures and internal controls.

Solid analytical and mathematical skills.

Working knowledge of general ledger financial systems and inventory management.

Must be able to analyze a multitude of issues and effectively communicate findings.

Strong interpersonal skills to effectively lead and communicate with business management.

Ability to plan and manage numerous projects and areas concurrently.

Strong working knowledge of Word, Excel and accounting software.

Strong leadership, problem solving and training skills to shape and lead team by example and create enthusiasm.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Masters in finance or accounting.

CPA designation.

2+ yrs. previous supervisory management with experience in hiring, coaching, performance development, and corrective action.

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