What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plant Controller position at LHH?
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
· Establishes or recommends to management major economic strategies, objectives and policies for the company. Acts to link/align the major business functions to profitability, growth and cash flow. • Prepares timely and comprehensive reports including analysis of financial data, statements, and audits covering sales, earnings, profits, working capital, cash balances and other financial metrics based on past, present and expected operations. • Directs preparation of budgets, reviews budget proposals, and prepares necessary supporting documentation and justifications. Monitors approved budgets on a monthly basis, providing guidance and assistance where needed to management. • Assists sales/marketing and manufacturing functions in matching financial capability of company assets and resources to the forecast for sales/shipments as well as analyzing margins and recommending actions to improve items not meeting overall objectives of company. • Manages financial and SOX audits with internal and external auditors and provide recommendations for procedural improvements. • Acts as business unit Ethics Officer regarding compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements and oversees all internal controls. • Assists management with negotiation and review of Long Term Agreements with customers. • Serves as advisor to and strategic partner with the General Manager of the business, assisting in most decisions related to forecasts, key position hiring, new initiatives to exploit potential profit improvement opportunities, setting of plant policies and procedures, and other avenues in pursuit of operational excellence. • Establish and implement short- and long-range departmental goals, objectives, policies, and operating procedures. Design, establish and maintain an organizational structure and staffing that effectively accomplish the department's goals and objectives. • Leverage strengths of the current Finance team members, help to clarify roles and responsibilities and develop and implement training programs in order to maximize and reach optimal individual and organizational goals. • Provide leadership in strengthening internal communications with staff at all levels throughout the organization; create and promote a positive and supportive work environment. • Other duties as assigned.
Required Skills:
· Exceptional analytical abilities and understanding of accounting and finance issues in a manufacturing environment. • Ability to analyze financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and projections. Working knowledge of short and long term budgeting and forecasting, rolling budgets, and profitability and variance analysis. • A proactive, hands-on strategic thinker with solid problem solving skills, which allows for strategic data interpretation vs. simple reporting. • Experience presenting to highest levels of management with confidence and precision. • Solid, overall business acumen and a strong mindset for continuous improvement. • Attention to detail and an attitude of 100% compliance with all company and regulatory requirements. • Work requires verbal communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to
motivate teams to produce quality materials within tight timeframes and simultaneously manage several projects. • High energy level and ability to work flexible hours. • Working knowledge of Six Sigma and Statistical Process Control • Strong oral and written communication skills • Strong interpersonal and leadership skills • Demonstrated ability to lead programs / projects • Ability to document, plan, market, and execute programs • Established project management skills • Proven leadership in Fasteners, Aerospace, or Automotive type Industry
Experience & Education:
· BS or BA in Accounting or equivalent. Minimum of 10 years Accounting/Finance experience with 3-5 years as the financial leader in a manufacturing environment with full responsibility for the books and records. Prefer experience as a financial leader at a publicly traded company. • Strong background in product cost Accounting (standard cost system) and experience in plant accounting/finance systems including strong understanding in the use of Excel. • GAAP and Sarbanes-Oxley knowledge is required. Track-record of improving internal controls is highly valued.
