Kelly Services currently has an immediate DIRECT HIRE opportunity for a PLANT CONTROLLER with manufacturing experience. This 1st shift position is in Cincinnati, OH and pays $120k+/year (depending on experience). Please review the JOB DETAILS below and should you qualify, follow the instructions to apply.

LOCATION: Cincinnati, OH

PAY: $120k+/year (depending on experience)

JOB SUMMARY:

Lead the accounting / finance function and proactively manage the plant's cost savings initiatives.

Continuously improve the procedures and systems necessary to manage complex accounting operations while providing concise, regular, and ad hoc reporting for plant and corporate management.

Timely preparation and communication of financial information that supports the company's reporting requirements and assists management in plant operations

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Lead the site’s monthly financial closing process (two-day close) and ensure reconciliation between local ERP and reported financial performance

2. Prepare monthly financial, inventory, headcount, and capital forecasts for upcoming months with focus on forecast accuracy

3. Prepare the annual 5 Year Plan & operating budget and variance plan for the site

4. Owner of internal controls for the site in compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley standards

5. Accurately maintains the general ledger and account reconciliations

6. Continuously improves the cost accounting system, policies, procedures, and reports to improve data quality, quantity, and timeliness

7. Oversee the development and maintenance of standard product costs

8. Maintain the site’s delegation of authority matrix and ensures compliance

9. Prepare, review, and submit the monthly key performance metrics for the site

10. Lead the work of the accounting / finance department, develop, and manage senior analyst, cost accountant, and senior clerk

11. Lead the plant's cost reduction efforts by identifying, evaluating, and tracking cost reduction programs

12. Will lead the implementation of SAP as part of the NAM roll out

13. Provides ad hoc support for numerous plant and corporate financial requests

14. Business Partner to the Plant Director, drive operating and financial results and make specific recommendations to management resulting in cost reductions.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required, MBA preferred

Minimum of 8+ years finance / accounting work experience (primarily manufacturing related required)

At least 2 years of supervisory experience in an Accounting/Finance role

CMA / CPA / MBA (highly desirable)

Ability to manage multiple tasks that require quick turnaround

Effective leadership skills to manage and develop staff

Strong computer skills to include MS Office (Word & Excel) and a familiarity with ERP systems-SAP & BIPICS

HOW TO APPLY:

If you meet the above requirements and would like to be considered for employment, please email your resume with “Plant Controller” in the subject line to 4757@kellyservices.com

You should know: Your safety matters! Vaccination against COVID-19 may be a requirement for this job in compliance with current client and governmental policies. A Kelly recruiter will confirm and share more details with you during the interview process.

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