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Robert Half Divisional/Plant Controller in Cheektowaga, New York
Description We are looking for a skilled Divisional/Plant Controller to oversee financial operations at our facility in Cheektowaga, New York. This contract-to-permanent position requires an experienced and detail-oriented individual to lead accounting and financial planning efforts, partnering with plant leadership to ensure financial accuracy and drive strategic initiatives. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in managing cost accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, and process improvements.
Responsibilities:
• Develop and implement financial policies, procedures, and practices that significantly impact the facility's operations.
• Analyze financial data consistently, preparing clear and accurate reports to communicate site-level and consolidated financial statements to leadership.
• Collaborate with plant leadership to enhance financial performance and provide comprehensive accounting and financial planning support.
• Align departmental financial strategies with organizational goals to support long-term success.
• Foster strong internal communication regarding financial objectives across all levels of the facility.
• Assist the plant manager in managing inventory working capital while identifying and implementing continuous improvement opportunities.
• Oversee and prepare detailed monthly and quarterly financial reports, including ad hoc analyses to support decision-making.
• Coordinate and manage all audit activities to ensure compliance with standards and regulations.
• Lead efforts to improve material margins and support key analytical projects.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support overall financial and operational goals. Requirements • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• At least 5 years of financial management experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven leadership and management abilities with a track record of driving financial excellence.
• Strong background in cost accounting, budget development, general ledger management, and financial reporting.
• Experience collaborating with plant leadership to manage costs and improve financial operations.
• Analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and present actionable insights.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interact with various levels of the organization.
• Familiarity with month-end close processes and manufacturing cost accounting practices.
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