Assistant Controller - Food Manufacturing - Kenosha, WI

Our client is a growing, private label Food Manufacturing organization supporting some of the largest Retail and Food service companies in the world. They are located near Kenosha, WI and due to fantastic financial results over the last few years, they're looking to bring on an Assistant Controller to join their team.

Reporting into the Corporate Controller, the Assistant Controller will work alongside the CFO daily and collaborative cross-functionally with Sales, Production, Procurement, and IT teams. This role will have 2 direct reports, with the opportunity to grow a team beneath them as the company continues to expand.

Client Details

Our client is a growing, private label Food Manufacturing organization supporting some of the largest Retail and Food service companies in the world. They are located near Kenosha, WI and due to fantastic financial results over the last few years, they're looking to bring on an Assistant Controller to join their team.

Reporting into the Corporate Controller, the Assistant Controller will work alongside the CFO daily and collaborative cross-functionally with Sales, Production, Procurement, and IT teams. This role will have 2 direct reports, with the opportunity to grow a team beneath them as the company continues to expand.

Description

Assistant Controller Responsibilities:

• Oversee the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and close processes.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
• Manage the consolidation of financial data from various business units.
• Develop and maintain cost accounting systems and processes.
• Analyze and report on product costs, variances, and profitability.
• Implement and enhance cost control measures to optimize operational efficiency.
• Implement and monitor effective internal controls related to corporate and cost accounting.
• Conduct regular audits to ensure compliance with financial policies.
• Manage and mentor a team of accounting professionals.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
• Provide insights into cost-saving opportunities and operational improvements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including production, procurement, and sales, to gather and analyze financial data.
• Provide financial expertise to support business initiatives.

Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting
• Proven experience in accounting and cost accounting, within the manufacturing industry.
• Supervisory or management experience
• Strong understanding of cost accounting principles and practices.
• Strong Excel skills (pivot tables + vlookups)
• Proficiency in accounting software (ERP Systems: SAP, Oracle, etc.)
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.

Job Offer

• Highly competitive compensation package
• Bonus potential
• Strong benefits
• 3 weeks PTO
• Highly visible role, working directly with the CFO and partnering with Senior Leaders
• Leading manufacturer
• Managing a team
• Stable company with ample career progression
• Awesome team culture

Apply now and your resume will be considered within 24 hours!

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