<p>We are looking for a highly skilled Plant Controller to oversee financial operations in our manufacturing facility based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. This role will require strong leadership in managing accounting functions, ensuring financial accuracy, and providing critical insights to drive decision-making. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in cost accounting and financial planning within a manufacturing environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Supervise all accounting and finance operations, including the monthly close process and daily departmental activities.</p><p>• Ensure financial statements and key metrics are accurate and promptly reported to the parent company.</p><p>• Conduct detailed financial analysis and provide actionable feedback to leadership for continuous improvement.</p><p>• Develop and manage the annual business plan along with periodic financial forecasts.</p><p>• Oversee sales and profitability reporting, including pricing strategies, margin analyses, and management of rebates and sales commissions.</p><p>• Optimize cash flow through effective management of treasury activities.</p><p>• Coordinate annual audits, handle legal matters, and ensure compliance with regulatory reporting requirements.</p><p>• Provide analytical support for capital expenditure decisions.</p><p>• Strengthen internal controls and implement enhancements as needed.</p><p>• Collaborate with plant and departmental leaders to support strategic business decisions.</p>
<p>Controller – Financial Systems & Operations</p><p>📍 Greater Dubuque Area, Iowa | Hybrid Schedule</p><p><br></p><p>A well-established global consumer products company is hiring a Controller – Financial Systems & Operations to play a key leadership role during an exciting period of transformation and growth.</p><p><br></p><p>This is not a traditional Controller position. You'll help shape the future of the finance organization following a recent ERP implementation, drive process improvements, enhance reporting capabilities, and partner with executive leadership on key business initiatives.</p><p><br></p><p>Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes</p><p>Oversee financial reporting, consolidations, and intercompany accounting</p><p>Manage fixed assets, inventory accounting, treasury, cash flow forecasting, and audit coordination</p><p>Improve financial systems, controls, and reporting processes</p><p>Partner with leadership to identify profitability improvements, cost savings, and operational efficiencies</p><p>Develop and mentor accounting team members while helping build the future structure of the department</p><p>What We're Looking For</p><p>Progressive accounting and finance leadership experience</p><p>Background in manufacturing, distribution, or consumer products environments</p><p>Experience with ERP systems, preferably Microsoft Dynamics 365</p><p>Strong financial reporting, treasury, inventory, and process improvement expertise</p><p>Proven ability to lead teams and influence business decisions beyond the accounting function</p><p><br></p><p>Why This Opportunity Stands Out</p><p>Visible leadership role with direct exposure to executive leadership and international operations</p><p>Opportunity to modernize finance processes and reporting infrastructure</p><p>Significant career growth potential within a stable global organization</p><p>Strong culture focused on collaboration, continuous improvement, and professional development</p>