Assistant Plant Controller Job in Somerset 42501, Kentucky Us
Armstrong Floor Products, a subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries, has an opening for an Assistant Plant Controller at our engineered wood flooring plant in Somerset, Kentucky. In this role, you will be responsible for a number of accounting and finance assignments and will be expected to fully engage in assisting plant management in meeting financial objectives. We are seeking a skilled, financial professional who has experience in a plant setting, understands manufacturing processes and has the ability to integrate finance and operations. This position reports directly to the Plant Controller. Our Somerset plant employs approximately 340 people and is one of Armstrong's premiere Engineered Hardwood manufacturing locations.
Bring your ideas. Build your future with us. Armstrong is a recognized global leader in the design and manufacture of ceiling, flooring, and cabinet products. We have won numerous awards from industry associations for our quality products, environmental stewardship, corporate citizenship, safety, and innovation. In addition, our team enjoys a challenging work environment, a competitive compensation plan, and a comprehensive benefits package.
At Armstrong, we recognize that our employees are critical to our on-going success. Our finance organization is comprised of individuals who are experts in their discipline, actively engage with operations to identify ways to improve production efficiencies, realize cost savings, drive change to achieve financial / production goals and implement rigorous internal controls. High moral and ethical standards, integrity and a commitment to excellence are some of the characteristics that we value on the finance team. If you have a desire to work for an organization such as ours, then we would like to speak with you.
The Assistant Plant Controller is responsible for the following:
Month-End Close Balance Sheet Reconciliations
- Month-end closing responsibilities including reconciling accounts, reporting and analyzing variances to budget and forecast, and generating closing entries and reports
- Inventory control and reconciliation, including reviewing or auditing the adherence to cycle count procedures, participating in the annual physical inventory and reconciling inventory transactions.
- Balance sheet account control and reconciliation to supporting documentation.
- Assist with the capital process including reviewing capital project requests, identifying obsolescence and project expenses, preparing financial justifications, and ensuring timely creation of assets in SAP
Budget Preparation, Forecasts, Reporting Financial Analysis
- Assist in developing the annual plant budget, including creating standard costs and updating SAP with new standards budget period expenses
- Assist in developing monthly plant full year forecasts and analyzing variances to budget
- Support the weekly estimate process through reporting actual weekly performance and providing projections for the month to the plant controller
- Support the plant in generating or quantifying cost savings opportunities and support the plant management team in the implementation of cost reduction initiatives
- Prepare plant reports on production and key performance indicators
- Report plant's operating results and provide analysis to the plant controller
- Analyze changes in product design, raw materials, and manufacturing methods to determine cost impact
Internal Controls Compliance
- Assist with the review and audit of internal control procedures in order to sustain SOX compliance and manage/minimize financial risk at the facility
- Assist with plant internal and external financial and operational audits and address any audit findings with the plant controller; participate with compliance certifications and reconciliations as required
- Respond quickly and accurately to customer requests, including special projects and other duties or analysis as requested by plant or divisional leadership; research and resolve day-to-day issues related to general ledger accounts
- Train and assist plant personnel on the proper reporting of production activities
- Serve as back-up for others on the plant finance accounting team
Required Qualifications and Skills
The ideal candidate will have progressed through manufacturing finance operations, be capable of identifying cost savings opportunities, and have demonstrated success in implementing process improvements and plant optimization. We are looking for a finance professional who enjoys being part of a dynamic manufacturing organization.
- Bachelor degree in accounting or finance
- Three-five years of accounting/finance experience in a manufacturing environment or in public accounting, including experience in standard costing, cost accounting, inventory control, monthly closing and reporting/analysis
- Support the plant controller in implementing financial process enhancements
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills
- Capable of working independently and managing multiple priorities; must be a self-starter and take the initiative in completing projects and assignments
- Excellent written and verbal communications with the ability to share knowledge at appropriate levels of the organization
- Customer focused with strong attention to detail and capable of delivering accurate, quality results in a timely, consistent, and professional manner
- Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to interact comfortably and respectfully with all levels of plant and corporate personnel. Proven ability to successfully manage and resolve conflict
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills
Desired Qualifications and Skills
- CMA, CPA or other professional certification
- Proficiency with SAP highly preferred
About Somerset, KY
Somerset is a fast growing area located on scenic Lake Cumberland, one of Kentucky's most coveted vacation spots which boasts more shoreline than the state of Florida. Somerset is home to a growing and reputable healthcare system and several highly rated public and private schools. With mild summers and short winters, outdoor enthusiasts can almost always engage in their favorite activities.
If you are looking for a company that values your contributions, rewards great talent, and has a never-ending desire to be the best, then you have come to the right place. To learn more, visit our web site at www.armstrong.com/careers
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- Travel Percentage: 10%
