Job Description
• Coordinate and oversee the cost accounting and financial planning functions of the assigned business segments by establishing operational objectives and assignments.
• Prepare or assist in the preparation of, accurate and timely financial management reports and statements that summarize or forecast company business activity and financial position in areas of income, expenses, and earnings based on past, present, and expected operations.
• Apply cost accounting theory and set up systems to ensure that the cost accounting & reporting adheres to GAAP.
• Improve effectiveness and efficiencies of costing and pricing under Sr. management’s direction
• Formulate Sites’ policies and procedures, standardize sites’ financial reporting processes, and ensure compliance with corporate controller handbook
• Establish and maintain systems and controls which verify the integrity of related systems, processes and data, and enhance the Company's value, including complying with the requirements of the Sarbanes Oxley Act.
• Participate in a wide variety of special projects and compile a variety of special reports, conducting ad hoc financial analysis for local management and in depth analysis as required.
• Ensure budget, schedules and performance requirements are met
Job Requirements
• BA/BS in Finance or Accounting desired, CPA, CMA, or MBA preferred, Working knowledge of GAAP rules/audit procedures.
• 5+ years related work experience in manufacturing environment.
• Must understand manufacturing terminology and environment.
• Ability to understand and report on some or all cost essentials for Operations expenditures including: hardware and software capital, maintenance agreements, consulting human resources and travel.
• Ability to accurately explain forecast variances both in terms of actual vs. forecasts and current forecast vs. prior forecasts.
• Ability to prioritize and deliver on multiple threads of work.
• Ability to quickly learn new skills and methodologies.
• Desire for a high level of responsibility and ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication, organization, problem solving and interpersonal skills.
• Proven analytical ability with specific financial positions focused on business analysis.
• Strong presentation skills to facilitate delivering financial information to senior management
• Budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning experience is required.
• Familiarity with Excel spreadsheets, word-processing and database application software.