Controller, Hawesville - Southwire Company

Long Description

This position will provide functional leadership in driving financial results, performance analysis, and timely closing and reporting per the corporate closing schedule.  The position will support Pleasant Prairie Plant, leading the implementation in best practices and constant improvement in financial reporting to business leaders. The controller will ensure that all financial and accounting policies are consistently and accurately implemented and reported with strict adherence to generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). This role will be a key partner to Pleasant Prairie Plant Manager and report to Director, Infrastructure Operations Finance. This individual will drive efficiency, profitability, and growth in plant output.

Description of Duties and Responsibilities
•    Financial Reporting & Analysis – Provide timely, insightful, and relevant analysis of financial results on a period and ad hoc basis to manufacturing and operations leadership.  Responsible for monthly close out.  
•    Annual Operating Plan – Coordinate the annual budgeting process, including but not limited to the development and review of department-level budgets and the subsequent roll-forward of standard costs.  
•    Develop monthly and quarterly financial forecasts.  Lead weekly, monthly, quarterly financial reporting reviews. 
•    Position covers the Pleasant Prairie Plant accounting and FP&A responsibilities. 
•    Prepare all financial activities including specified entries/requirements for monthly closing process.
•     Analyze financial reports and records. 
•    Lead and support the integration of plant and process into the Southwire process. 
•    Support SAP implementation. 
•    Provide proactive financial support and analysis for plant management.
•    Provide support for variance analysis and account reconciliations. 
•    Manage fixed asset and project accounting. 
•    Update and monitor standard costs as required. 
•    Participate in and ensure proper controls for monthly physical inventory counts. 
•    Conduct special projects as required. 
•    Provide deliverables of high quality and on time for corporate reporting requirements.
Qualifications and Experience Requirements
•    Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance or a related field required.  MBA or MPACC degree a plus.  
•    5+ years of progressive accounting or financial experience required, preferably in a Manufacturing environment. 
•    Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite with an emphasis on Excel is a plus. Experience with SAP is a plus. 
•    Must possess excellent verbal and written communication, organization, presentation, interpersonal, and project management skills.  Must be able to multitask and work well in a team environment and independently. 
•    Must be able to effectively handle multiple projects simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment

Long Description

Competencies

Attracts Top Talent
Drives Results
Courage
Decision Quality
Financial Acumen
Communicates Effectively

Benefits We Offer
•    Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision) 
•    Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays 
•    Long & Short-Term Disability 
•    Supplemental Insurance Plans
•    Employee Assistance Program 
•    Employee Referral Program 
•    Tuition Reimbursement Programs 
•    Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities  
•    Parental Leave 
•  401k with Matching  & More 
Southwire is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Required Education, Experience, and Skills
Minimum Education Level: Bachelor's 
Specialized Degree: Accounting or Finance or related field required
Years of Experience: 5+
Field of Expertise: progressive accounting or financial experience is required, preferably in a Manufacturing environment.

Preferred Education, Experience, and Skills
Minimum Education Level: Master's
Specialized Degree: MPACC degree a plus.  

Reports To (Supervisor Title):    Director, Operations Finance - Utility
Does this role Manage Southwire Team Members: Yes
Direct Reports Job Title(s): Payroll Specialist
Number of Direct Reports: 1-2

Travel: Domestic % of Time:  Up to 25%
Workplace Setting:    In Office / On-Site (4+ days a week)

Competencies