Controller
Institute of Management Accountants, Inc., Kansas City, MO, United States
Controller
The Controller will maintain the policies and procedures applicable to the financial operations of the plant in the area of Data Processing, Standard Costs, expense budgets, forecasting, profit planning, and capital expenditures. They will directly supervise, lead and mentor employees in the Accounting Department.
Responsibilities
Prepare plant monthly and annual financial results in an accurate and timely manner.
Prepare the annual business plan and forecast.
Coordinate the activities of the plant in accounting, costs, and budgets through the review of operations and the criteria used for developing cost standards and expense budgets to establish an acceptable base for measuring product cost, expense control and plant performance.
Prepare analysis of financial and operating information as required.
Measure monthly operating performance against approved goals and objectives.
Optimize cash flow.
Anticipate sales and cost to develop business forecasts and the annual profit plan for planning purposes.
Ensure proper account distribution for items expensed, inventories, fixed assets, etc.
Facilitate the monthly closing by reviewing accounting data and computer runs for accuracy to allow the closing to be performed on a timely basis.
Coordinate the taking of year‑end physical inventory to assure accurate ending inventory balance; schedule and coordinate additional inventories as deemed necessary.
Prepare appropriation requests and justifications for capital expenditures to ensure that the funds are requested in accordance with corporate guidelines.
Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with organization policies and applicable laws.
Conduct internal auditing procedures.
Prepare and audit monthly budget analysis and updates for adjustments to determine the accuracy of monthly budgets.
Review plant procedures from time to time to determine cost‑saving effectiveness and overall effectiveness of meeting the plant’s goals.
Administer and ensure compliance with the Quality, Environmental, and Material Management System requirements as outlined in the policy manuals.
Ensure that all accounting transactions are recorded in an effective and timely manner.
Education & Skills
Bachelor’s degree required.
Recent experience in a manufacturing plant with supervisory responsibilities.
Experience with computerized accounting systems and proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
Proven ability to interact with senior management, corporate personnel, etc.; excellent communication, presentation, training, and interpersonal skills.
Effective leadership skills.
In‑depth knowledge of financial and budgetary controls.
High degree of professionalism along with organizational skills, tact, and diplomacy.
Ability to motivate and delegate authority to subordinate personnel.
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The Controller will maintain the policies and procedures applicable to the financial operations of the plant in the area of Data Processing, Standard Costs, expense budgets, forecasting, profit planning, and capital expenditures. They will directly supervise, lead and mentor employees in the Accounting Department.
Responsibilities
Prepare plant monthly and annual financial results in an accurate and timely manner.
Prepare the annual business plan and forecast.
Coordinate the activities of the plant in accounting, costs, and budgets through the review of operations and the criteria used for developing cost standards and expense budgets to establish an acceptable base for measuring product cost, expense control and plant performance.
Prepare analysis of financial and operating information as required.
Measure monthly operating performance against approved goals and objectives.
Optimize cash flow.
Anticipate sales and cost to develop business forecasts and the annual profit plan for planning purposes.
Ensure proper account distribution for items expensed, inventories, fixed assets, etc.
Facilitate the monthly closing by reviewing accounting data and computer runs for accuracy to allow the closing to be performed on a timely basis.
Coordinate the taking of year‑end physical inventory to assure accurate ending inventory balance; schedule and coordinate additional inventories as deemed necessary.
Prepare appropriation requests and justifications for capital expenditures to ensure that the funds are requested in accordance with corporate guidelines.
Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with organization policies and applicable laws.
Conduct internal auditing procedures.
Prepare and audit monthly budget analysis and updates for adjustments to determine the accuracy of monthly budgets.
Review plant procedures from time to time to determine cost‑saving effectiveness and overall effectiveness of meeting the plant’s goals.
Administer and ensure compliance with the Quality, Environmental, and Material Management System requirements as outlined in the policy manuals.
Ensure that all accounting transactions are recorded in an effective and timely manner.
Education & Skills
Bachelor’s degree required.
Recent experience in a manufacturing plant with supervisory responsibilities.
Experience with computerized accounting systems and proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
Proven ability to interact with senior management, corporate personnel, etc.; excellent communication, presentation, training, and interpersonal skills.
Effective leadership skills.
In‑depth knowledge of financial and budgetary controls.
High degree of professionalism along with organizational skills, tact, and diplomacy.
Ability to motivate and delegate authority to subordinate personnel.
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