Plant Controller - Piston Automotive

A lava & Son is seeking a Plant Controller for our facility in Chicago, IL! The Controller directs financial activities for the organization by planning, directing and coordinating all accounting operational functions. Manages the accumulation and consolidation of all financial data necessary for an accurate accounting of business results. Prepares internal financial statements and other information for management vital to the decision-making process.

A Lava & Son has a long history of providing reliable and innovative mattress components to the bedding industry. By combining traditional craftsmanship with modern technology and a commitment to customer satisfaction, the company has established itself as a trusted partner to mattress manufacturers and retailers across North America. A Lava & Son is a valued member of the Piston Group Family, a leading diversified automotive supplier with a global footprint. The Piston Group's commitment to innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction aligns perfectly with A Lava & Son's core values.

Why Alava? Competitive Wages, Paid Holidays & Vacation, Medical & Rx Plans, Dental & Vision Plans, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Life & Disability Coverage, 401K with Company Match, Tuition Reimbursement , Vehicle and Product Discounts

• Preparation of quarterly reforecast incorporating historical results and future assumptions.
• Assessing current accounting operations, offering recommendations for improvement and implementing new processes.
• Preparation of work papers supporting the monthly close process and month end balances.
• Review and posts receipts and payments to appropriate ledgers, spreadsheets, records, and databases.
• Audits invoices against purchase orders, researches discrepancies, and approves for payment.
• Provides advance warning of variances to most recent budget / forecast in a no surprises manner.
• Evaluating accounting and internal control systems.
• Directs preparation of budgets, reviews budget proposals, and prepares necessary supporting documentation and justification.
• Provides counsel and advice to peer management in an effort to optimize operational results.
• Coordinates activities of external auditors.
• Prepares reports required by regulatory agencies.
• Acts as close confidant to Plant Manager of operation.
• Hiring, training and retaining competent accounting staff.

• Eight (8) years of experience as a Controller
• Bachelor's degree (B. A.) in Account, Finance or a related field.
• Eight (8) years of experience interpreting financial reports, and legal documents.
• A minimum of five (5) years of experience presenting information to various levels of management (ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.)
• Eight years of experience working with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Eight years of experience applying concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

PREFERRED SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• CPA, CMA preferred
• A minimum of six (6) years of experience defining problems, collecting data, establishing facts, and drawing valid conclusions.