Assistant Plant Controller

Company: Ajinomoto Foods North America
Location: Joplin
Posted on: March 20, 2023

Job Description:

Assistant Plant Controller FULL-TIME $0.01/hr -Responsible for direction and guidance for all plant accounting functions, in accordance with corporate and IFRS guidelines
-Prepares financial reports and renders advice & assistance to management teams regarding the plant's financial affairs
-Works directly with the plant's General Manager and Senior Director of Operations Finance to drive operational financial performance
-Provides oversight on plant financials
-Directs and leads the accounting department.
-Ensures Company assets are properly safeguarded.
-Supports the Plant Controller in directing, supervising, and training the accounting support team
-Key financial business partner to plant leadership, operational teams, and corporate finance
-Prepares meaningful financial reports and analyses in all areas of operations with a focus on delivering insights toward cost drivers
-Provides management with timely reviews of the operation's financial status and progress in its various programs and activities
-Supervises maintenance of ledgers, inventory records of raw materials, packaging, finished goods, spare parts, fixed assets, and related accounting reports, files, and documents; ensure all accounting functions are performed accurately and on a timely basis, in accordance with IFRS and company procedures
-Participates in capital planning and tracking of projects
-Responsible for assisting with the annual budget process as directed by the Plant Controller in all areas including plant labor, overhead, product costing, etc.
-Performs trend analysis and provides information on potential financial risks or opportunities and complete commentary notes on operations results
-Reviews cost estimates of new products/processes
-Partners with supply chain/warehousing to manage inventory, including cycle counting, troubleshooting, process improvement, and vendor relations
-Instrumental in the monthly/annual financial close process
-Supports Plant Controller with internal/external audit requests
-Assists in developing departmental plans, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures
-Represents the Company in dealings with vendors and government agencies, as assigned REM-04 WS-04 WS-TC Schedule Shift start: 8:00AM Shift length: 9 hours Flexibility to schedule is a plus as weekends/holidays may be required. Benefits

• Health, dental, vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) plan Qualifications
  • Must pass drug screen (cannabis included)
  • Must pass background check
  • Must be at least 18+ years old Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting, or a related field Three (3) to five (5) or more years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience in a high-paced manufacturing environment Experience in a food manufacturing environment preferred Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, with expert-level skills in Excel and PowerPoint Knowledge of SAP or JD Edwards is preferred Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively present information to executive management About Ajinomoto Foods North America At Ajinomoto Windsor, Inc., it is our main priority to cook delicious food that not only tastes great but feels great. We are dedicated to sharing the joy and creating memorable experiences through our passion for food. As a leading brand in the frozen food industry, we offer a wide range of cultural cuisines that creates unique and memorable dining experiences for all consumers. Ajinomoto Windsor delivers exciting flavors from all corners of the world to the comfort of your own home.

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