Plant Controller

We are offering a unique opportunity for a Plant Controller in the Food & Food Processing industry. Located in Oak Brook, Illinois, this role will be pivotal in integrating accounting and cost processes for our recently acquired business. This job offers a long-term contract employment opportunity, providing a chance for the right individual to make significant contributions to our team.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the integration of accounting and cost processes for newly acquired business units
• Oversee the assessment of month-end close procedures
• Handle the evaluation and improvement of Costing/Inventory processes
• Conduct regular account reconciliation to ensure accuracy
• Manage budgeting activities for the business unit
• Perform inventory analysis to optimize stock levels and reduce costs
• Utilize MS Navision for various accounting tasks, when necessary
• Lead the process of acquisition integration in financial aspects
• Ensure compliance with US GAAP in all accounting practices
• Support Global Manufacturing operations with relevant financial data and analysis. • Minimum of 10 years of experience in a similar role within the Food & Food Processing industry
• Proficiency in US GAAP
• Proven experience in Global Manufacturing
• Proficiency in Budgeting and Cost - Standard processes
• Demonstrated experience in Inventory Analysis
• Prior experience in Account Reconciliation
• Proficiency in using Navision software
• Experience in Acquisition Integration
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field is required
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and project management skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage well through ambiguity and complexity
• Ability to execute and follow-through to completion and documentation
• Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.