Cost Accounting Salary in West Virginia, USA

JOB DESCRIPTION About the OpportunityFirstEnergy at a GlanceWe are a forward-thinking electric utility powered by a diverse team of employees committed to making customers' lives brighter, the environment better and our communities stronger.FirstEnergy (NYSE: FE) is dedicated to integrity, safety, reliability and operational excellence. Headquartered in Akron, Ohio, FirstEnergy includes one of the nation's largest investor-owned electric systems, more than 24,000 miles of transmission lines that connect the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions, and a regulated generating fleet with a total capacity of more than 3,500 megawatts.This is an open position with the FirstEnergy Service Company, a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp. The Supervisor, Vegetation Program Management Finance and Analytics reports to the Manager, Program Management in Vegetation Management. This position is classified as Mobile with primary work location as home but may work at or visit a facility. This position is responsible for overseeing the business unit financials and data analytics. This position will lead a team of employees to assist with strategic capital planning, business financial management, researching, benchmarking, business integration, regulatory requests, trending, reliability, and data analysis. This position will support measurement of business unit key performance indicators, strategic plan metrics and other initiatives to assist in driving performance improvement opportunities within the company. This position will work at all levels across the organization to interact with subject matter experts and business leaders. Responsibilities: This position is responsible for exemplifying and prioritizing the FirstEnergy Core Values and Behaviors of Safety, Integrity, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Performance Excellence, Stewardship, Accountability, Courage, Collaboration, Customer Focus and Trust. Demonstrating and directing a solid commitment to all aspects of safety and must understand the Company's Accident Prevention Handbook applying this to safety in the workplace with the ability to advise others of safe work practices. Provide direct supervision of personnel overseeing all aspects of the business unit financials and perform analysis on related data. Proactively and regularly engage direct reports in career development. Encourage team development and drive opportunities for career enhancement for all team members. Lead team of personnel to help establish and achieve business unit timelines, milestones, strategic plans, and key performance indicators for safety, compliance, reliability, vegetation work plans, customer service and financial performance. Exercise sound decision making by developing alternatives and recommendations to drive work processes, improve reliability and financial efficiencies into the vegetation management program. Ensure that business financial activities, processes and procedures are performed in accordance with all applicable internal company accounting requirements and parameters. When necessary, investigate, update accounting policies and/or create and write new accounting policies when needed. Assist with developing and maintain internal financial document controls and drive consistency through standardizing, and/or updating forms, templates, talking points, innovative solutions, emergent technology, advanced analytics, work management software, strategic plans, change management plans, etc., as needed. Identify and support opportunities for financial savings and improved reliability, revising business unit processes, procedures, workflows, and other areas of improvement (i.e. FE Forward initiatives, rate cases, business cases, strategic plans, innovative cost savings measures and/or performance analysis, etc). Lead team to provide continual day-to-day operational support for department personnel and contractors on items such as timesheets, invoicing, accruals, journal entries, expenses, budgeting, forecasts, capital presentations, variances, metrics, requisitions, purchase orders, storm accounting, and other financial transactions for business unit as needed. Provide routine and emergent operational, reliability and financial data support as needed. Continuously monitor program for performance, reliability, compliance, operational and financial metrics associated with improvements/declines in operational key performance indicators, business unit strategic plan goals, provide clear and concise findings, and support change management/mitigation/action plans where needed. Responsible for providing corporate support of vegetation management program with financial and reliability related requests for business unit pertaining to such things as internal/external audits, regulatory rate cases, legal testimonies and hearings, grants, benchmarking surveys, business cases, key regulatory filings, business unit reporting, internal controls, capital portfolio, strategic plans, metrics, charters, priorities for program initiatives and projects. Continually conduct advance analytical data analysis ensuring effectiveness of business unit processes via research, analyzing data, identifying trends, interpreting results, assisting with artificial intelligent data model creation/testing/use, and making recommendations on matters related to vegetation management for leadership. Responsible for supporting business unit contract administration, bid file/should cost updates, purchase orders, change orders documentation/edits, requisitions, sourcing procurement methods, working on procurement request with Supply Chain, contract scorecard metrics, Coupa liaison providing training, support, and assisting with requests as needed. Identify and participate in the implementation of continuous improvement, innovative, emergent technologies, business unit initiatives, FE Forward projects and other related to financials, processing and analyzing vegetation related data and scorecard, bid files, contract strategies, assessing financial incentive/penalties for vendors. Responsible for reporting on business unit financials including such items as budgets, variances, regulatory audits, vegetation management workflow, contractor costs and production statistics using software applications such as, SAP, Microsoft Power BI, Toad Data Point, etc. on regular and routine basis. Support business unit report environment through testing, developing, and enhancing existing data extraction tools and working directly with report developers as needed to maintain department dashboards and reports. Continually and proactively analyze financial operating expenses, monitor for capital vs. expense, ensure appropriate policy decisions are being executed according to current accounting policies, provide financial insights to project and work spend, oversee and monitor financials to advocate for changes to future accounting policies and program changes. Work with leadership and operations, on multi-year forecasts to ensure forecasted project costs are accurately categorized based on applicable accounting policies and rules. Use financial and reliability information to drive data informed decisions that assist in managing of business unit expenses and project costs across the various states. Present information to senior leadership to drive cost reduction and decision making. Collaborate cross-functionally within the organization to build relationships and provide support for all aspects of the vegetation program with such groups as Business Services, Accounting, Tax, Supply Chain, Legal, Claims, Corporate Risk, Rates & Regulatory Affairs, IT Business Solutions, Capital Portfolio, Outage Management, Reliability, Digital Factory, Performance and Process Improvement, Communications, and Safety Departments. Demonstrate sound internal and/or external excellent customer service. Attending meetings for the development, communication, training, support, and implementation of current, and new program requirements with vegetation management staff, contractors, and any other external stakeholders including industry conferences and peer utilities, as needed. Engage peer utilities and other industries for benchmarking on accounting practices, policies, and procedures, including opportunities to enhanced processes and continuous improvement, as needed. Collaborate and support other Program Management Supervisors and teams within business unit, as needed. Performing storm restoration activities, field observations or field inspections as required. This position will require occasional to moderate travel and overnight stays (25%-50%) throughout Ohio, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, West Virginia, and Maryland. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, data analytics, data science, or related discipline. In lieu of Bachelor's Degree, Associate Degree along with 7 (seven) years of related work experience, or High School Diploma (or GED) along with 14 (fourteen) or more years related work experience in accounting, finance, data analytics, data science, or related discipline. Performs in accordance with the FirstEnergy Core Values & Behaviors, leads by example, and demonstrates how these values and behaviors align with the company and business unit mission, priorities, objectives, and interests. Excellent organizational, note-taking, presentation skills and time management skills. Proficient computer skills with software and applications including but not limited to Microsoft Office Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and OneNote. Excellent oral and written communication skills, including public speaking, ability to generate executive leadership summaries and posses technical writing skills. Advanced interpersonal skills necessary to cooperate with internal and external customers and operate in a team or in a consensus decision-making environment. Understands the importance of building and fostering positive relationships and professional credibility with customers, contractors and the public in a professional and courteous manner. Must be able to resolve conflict, communicate, negotiate, and execute as needed independently and in team environments. Must provide excellent customer service in a fast-paced environment. Must be able to lead and work in a team environment, to manage, organize and prioritize work and ultimately meet strict deadlines. Possess leadership qualities that provides effective guidance and to others, coaches others in effective decision-making, and facilitate meetings as needed. Prior supervision of personnel, a plus. Collect, organize, report, and analyze information from a variety of sources to manage program expectations, compliance, and financial deadlines. Must be able to execute quick assessments, deliver well thought out critical decisions, and demonstrate problem-solving skills and communicate information to leadership and key stakeholders. Prior knowledge and experience with overseeing financials and forecasts, a plus. Must be able to support strategic process improvement plans, implement and execute new process improvement changes for key performance areas and other future initiatives. Knowledge and experience in utility vegetation management or related discipline, a plus. Understand and adhere to the Company's Accident Prevention Handbook and possess the ability to work safely. Possess the physical ability to perform work in the field in all weather conditions and traverse difficult terrain if needed. Must be willing to perform occasional to moderate travel and overnight stays (25%-50%). Must have a personal vehicle to commute to various locations as required, possessing a valid driver's license. Benefits, Compensation & Workforce DiversityAt FirstEnergy, employees are key to our success. We depend on their talents to meet the challenges of our changing business environment. We are committed to rewarding individual and team efforts through our total rewards philosophy which includes competitive pay plus incentive compensation, a company-sponsored pension plan, 401(k) savings plan with matching employer contribution, a choice of medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and life insurance programs, as well as skills development training with tuition reimbursement. Please visit our website at www.firstenergycorp.com to learn more about all of our employee rewards programs. FirstEnergy proudly supports workforce diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. No recruiters or agencies without a previously signed contract. Unable to sponsor or transfer H-1B visas at this time.SafetySafety is a core value for FirstEnergy and is essential to all of our business activities. We ensure employees have the tools, information, and processes to perform their duties in a manner that assures safety for themselves, their co-workers, our customers and the public. Our goals are to provide a safe work environment, to maintain an accident-free, injury-free workplace, and to promote and maintain public safety. To meet these goals, we dedicate ourselves to achieving world-class safety standards.[SCOO] FirstEnergy Human Resources Team

Requisition ID: 106423 Share Our Purpose. Be Yourself. Feel Valued. People are the heart of our business. As an American Water employee, you will be offered a competitive salary and health benefits package, along with opportunities to develop, grow, and evolve your career. Our benefits packages focus on key areas such as health & wellness, emotional & well-being, and savings for current & future goals.We are Beautifully Different. We strongly believe having diversity across our company makes us more successful and helps us provide essential services to our customers. We are stronger because we embrace different ideas, viewpoints, experiences, and backgrounds. American Water is the best choice for your next role! Click here for more information on our inclusion, diversity, and equity journey.About American Water American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to more than 14 million people across 14 regulated jurisdictions and 18 military installations. American Water's 6,500 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company's national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders.As one of the fastest growing utilities in the U.S., American Water expects to invest $30 to $34 billion in infrastructure repairs and replacement, system resiliency and regulated acquisitions over the next 10 years. The company has a long-standing history of executing its core operations, aligned with sustainable best practices, through its commitments to safety, affordability, customer service, protecting the environment, an inclusive workforce and strengthening communities.American Water has been recognized on the 2023 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Indexfor the fifth consecutive year, ranked 18th on Barron's 100 Most Sustainable U.S. Companies 2023 List, earned the U.S. Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act designation and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's WaterSense® Excellence Award, among additional state, local and national recognitions. For more information, visit amwater.com and join American Water on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.West Virginia American Water is seeking a full-time Senior Supervisor of Operations to join our team in Huntington, WV. Primary Role Managing water or wastewater treatment production facility/facilities ensuring cost-effective, high-quality customer service and operational integrity. Responsibilities include managing plant personnel, capital resources, business processes that are engaged in the functional area of water operations in accordance with company policies, procedures, all applicable governmental laws, and regulations.Key Accountabilities Establish, maintain, and continuously improve the health and safety culture within production environment. Create an environment of accountability and implement high performance safety programs, including the provision of resources, time, equipment, and training. Works with approved contractors in the operation area verifying, work product, safety, compliance, and order completions. Lead, motivate and develop staff in assigned operation area. Communicate a shared vision, empower staff, and champion safety and diversity. Resolve union and/or non-union labor issues, with the assistance from Human Resources. Drive performance by linking business unit objectives to company goals and values. Build shared commitment to improving business performance. Develop both individual and team capabilities in union environments. Provide operational input to annual business plans, control O&M/capital budgets for responsible area to ensure that operation and financial targets are met. Ensure that operational integrity is maintained, including environmental and regulatory compliance. Implement work activities and systems to ensure that adequate quantities of treated water meeting all regulatory standards are provided to customers at all times. Manage operational and business processes to ensure that American Water policies are followed, best practices are implemented, and internal/external reporting requirements are satisfied. Knowledge/Skills Strong communication skills, both verbal and written. Demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize tasks. Effective problem solving and analytical ability. Extensive knowledge of the regulated water utility business and its operations. Knowledge of the applicable regulations, requirements and trends impacting water utilities. Thorough understanding of standard business practices and principles, including basic accounting and budgeting. Strong knowledge of computers, in-depth knowledge of Microsoft office suite applications and other pertinent software. Knowledge of inventory controls, purchasing, and receiving activities. Electrical / Mechanical knowledge preferred. Experience/Education Minimum 5 years of relevant chief operator experience and/or managing a Water Treatment facility. Four-year undergraduate degree in operational discipline, management, or related technical discipline preferred.Certifications & Licenses Minimum Requirement: Class III Water Treatment Certification (could vary depending on state licensing requirements. Valid driver's license. Preferred: Class IV Water Treatment Certification (could vary depending on state licensing requirements). Chief Operator Certification. Safety Certifications / Training. Hours/Schedule Full-time Monday-Friday, day shift Work Environment Indoor and outdoor environment. 24/7 operation. Must be able to sit, stand, bend and walk for long period of time. Travel Requirements Local and occasional regional travel. Competencies Prioritizes & Role Models SafetySelf-AwarenessDevelops TalentPlans, Aligns, & DirectsDrives EngagementDecision QualityJoin American Water...We Keep Life Flowing™American Water is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based on his or her age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, or because they are an individual with a disability, protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.Nearest Major Market: Huntington Nearest Secondary Market: Ashland

Location: Huntington, WVSalary: NegotiableDescription: Our client is currently seeking a Cost Accounting Manager for a permanent direct hire position that can sit out of either Huntington, WV or Hancock, MDQualified candidates may reach out to Justin Gearhart ([email protected]) for immediate consideration. Qualifications & Requirements: Analyze and report on margins, COGS and inventory (obsolete inventory, scrap, yield, raw material/supply costs) on a monthly, and ad-hoc basisEstablish and coordinate physical inventory and cycle counting processInvestigate cycle counting variances and resolve issues, tracing back to underlying activitiesMonitor and improve internal controls over inventory, inventory reserves and manufacturing processesMust possess at least five (5) years of cost accounting experienceBachelor's Degree requiredCPA preferredStrong costing backgroundStrong Excel knowledge and aptitudeExperience with a large ERP system (SAP preferred) Contact: [email protected] job and many more are available through The Judge Group. Find us on the web at www.judge.com

Cost Accounting Manager Location: Morgantown, PA How You Will Make an Impact? The Cost Accounting Manager will support Manufacturing and Service profit centers and provide guidance with any financial issues or questions. The Nuts and Bolts Support Manufacturing and Service profit centers to include: prepare accurate and timely financial statements, create and promote new forward looking forecasting and analytical tools, support operations, service and support teams by providing guidance with any financial issues or questions Provide accurate and timely reporting to include: material cost, labor efficiency and productivity, inventory levels including turns, slow moving or obsolete inventory, and fabrication analysis Continuously enhance reporting Prepare accurate and timely weekly reporting to include: forecasting model, inventory estimate, cycle count and scrap Prepare or review and approve all operations/service journal entries for month end close Address any order costing issues; work with IT and operations/service to provide solutions on an as needed basis Streamline processes and procedures to gain efficiencies, reduce waste Revalue year-end inventory Review and approve account reconciliations for accuracy, prepare journal entries as needed. Add any returned units to the stock report ensuring accurate cost of each; correctly cost any stock sales Lead the physical inventory audit process to include on-site audits and update and reconciliation to the ledger. Provide guidance to financial audit and materials teams as the physical inventory is being conducted Back up for analyst positions Other duties as assigned Required Credentials 5 years in a manufacturing accounting position Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Business Administration Ability to support a cross-functional plant management team Proven ability to lead cost accounting team and function Proven ability to prioritize objectives and duties Strong written and verbal communication skills Sound planning and organizational skills High level of proficiency using PC spreadsheets (Excel preferred) You Must Be Able to Travel up to 15%Working in an office environment in a seated position a minimum of eight hours per day is required.The performance of this position may occasionally require exposure to the manufacturing areas where under certain areas require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses with side shields and mandatory hearing protection. Primary environment: ambient room temperatures, lighting and traditional office equipment as found in a typical office environment. How We Make an Impact As the largest truck body builder in North America, Morgan Truck Body LLC is proud to produce, deliver, and service quality products. With a foundation built on innovative design and quality construction, Morgan has experienced tremendous growth. In addition to dry freight truck bodies, Morgan specializes in satisfying unique and custom truck body needs, including electric vehicles, mobile service units, and refrigerated products, serving farmers, ranchers, contractors, landscapers, equipment and material haulers, and more!Our shared values are the foundation upon which Morgan does business: Appreciating the people who make our success possible. Acting with integrity in all we do. Delivering results for our customers. Bringing an unbridled passion for our products. Some of Our Total Rewards We offer big company perks with small company culture: Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match Tuition Reimbursement Paid holidays and increasing vacation time with years of service Generous Footwear, Eyewear, and Safety Equipment Discount Program Paid Job and Leadership Development training Morgan Truck Body LLC is a business unit of the J.B. Poindexter & Co., Inc. family and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.Whether you are just beginning your career or taking the "next step," please visit our careers page - www.morgancorp.com/careers#LI-CS1 Required Education: Bachelor's Degree Travel Percentage: 15.0 Travel Required: Yes Virtual Job: false

Requisition ID: 106423 Share Our Purpose. Be Yourself. Feel Valued. People are the heart of our business. As an American Water employee, you will be offered a competitive salary and health benefits package, along with opportunities to develop, grow, and evolve your career. Our benefits packages focus on key areas such as health & wellness, emotional & well-being, and savings for current & future goals.We are Beautifully Different. We strongly believe having diversity across our company makes us more successful and helps us provide essential services to our customers. We are stronger because we embrace different ideas, viewpoints, experiences, and backgrounds. American Water is the best choice for your next role! Click here for more information on our inclusion, diversity, and equity journey.About American Water American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to more than 14 million people across 14 regulated jurisdictions and 18 military installations. American Water's 6,500 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company's national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders.As one of the fastest growing utilities in the U.S., American Water expects to invest $30 to $34 billion in infrastructure repairs and replacement, system resiliency and regulated acquisitions over the next 10 years. The company has a long-standing history of executing its core operations, aligned with sustainable best practices, through its commitments to safety, affordability, customer service, protecting the environment, an inclusive workforce and strengthening communities.American Water has been recognized on the 2023 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Indexfor the fifth consecutive year, ranked 18th on Barron's 100 Most Sustainable U.S. Companies 2023 List, earned the U.S. Department of Homeland Security SAFETY Act designation and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's WaterSense® Excellence Award, among additional state, local and national recognitions. For more information, visit amwater.com and join American Water on LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.Primary Role Managing water or wastewater treatment production facility/facilities ensuring cost-effective, high-quality customer service and operational integrity. Responsibilities include managing plant personnel, capital resources, business processes that are engaged in the functional area of water operations in accordance with company policies, procedures, all applicable governmental laws, and regulations.Key Accountabilities Establish, maintain, and continuously improve the health and safety culture within production environment. Create an environment of accountability and implement high performance safety programs, including the provision of resources, time, equipment, and training. Works with approved contractors in the operation area verifying, work product, safety, compliance, and order completions. Lead, motivate and develop staff in assigned operation area. Communicate a shared vision, empower staff, and champion safety and diversity. Resolve union and/or non-union labor issues, with the assistance from Human Resources. Drive performance by linking business unit objectives to company goals and values. Build shared commitment to improving business performance. Develop both individual and team capabilities in union environments. Provide operational input to annual business plans, control O&M/capital budgets for responsible area to ensure that operation and financial targets are met. Ensure that operational integrity is maintained, including environmental and regulatory compliance. Implement work activities and systems to ensure that adequate quantities of treated water meeting all regulatory standards are provided to customers at all times. Manage operational and business processes to ensure that American Water policies are followed, best practices are implemented, and internal/external reporting requirements are satisfied. Knowledge/Skills Strong communication skills, both verbal and written. Demonstrated ability to manage and prioritize tasks. Effective problem solving and analytical ability. Extensive knowledge of the regulated water utility business and its operations. Knowledge of the applicable regulations, requirements and trends impacting water utilities. Thorough understanding of standard business practices and principles, including basic accounting and budgeting. Strong knowledge of computers, in-depth knowledge of Microsoft office suite applications and other pertinent software. Knowledge of inventory controls, purchasing, and receiving activities. Electrical / Mechanical knowledge preferred. Experience/Education Minimum 5 years of relevant chief operator experience and/or managing a water treatment facility. Four-year undergraduate degree in operational discipline, management, or related technical discipline preferred. Certifications & Licenses Minimum Requirement: Class III Water Treatment Certification (could vary depending on state licensing requirements). Valid driver's license. Preferred: Class IV Water Treatment Certification (could vary depending on state licensing requirements). Chief Operator Certification. Safety Certifications / Training. Hours/Schedule Full-time Monday-Friday, day shift Work Environment Indoor and outdoor environment. 24/7 operation. Must be able to sit, stand, bend and walk for long period of time. Travel Requirements Local and occasional regional travel. Competencies Prioritizes & Role Models SafetySelf-AwarenessDevelops TalentPlans, Aligns, & DirectsDrives EngagementDecision QualityJoin American Water...We Keep Life Flowing™American Water is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based on his or her age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, or because they are an individual with a disability, protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws.Nearest Major Market: Huntington Nearest Secondary Market: Ashland

We are representing a globally recognized FORTUNE 500 consumer products organization who is actively seeking an FP&A Manager due a recently announced promotion. This organization is a domestic leader in their space and pride themselves on an outstanding culture predicated on benefits, compensation, and employee satisfaction. The FP&A Manager will report to the Site Director of Finance who is looking to begin the interview process ASAP.POSITION OVERVIEWCandidate will report to the Site Director of Finance and will have a strong working relationship with the Divisional CFO.Responsible for department of 4 direct employees over a 1,000+ employee vertically integrated campus with annualized revenues of $1BCandidate will have accountability over the FP&A, Cost, and Reporting functionReview and analyze plant inventory transactionsResponsible for leading month end close processAnalyzes financial data obtained through studies to determine effects of costs on businessProvide executive leadership with detailed reports for use in making business decisions and controlling expendituresParticipate in projects and support CFO, VP/GM, and Operations Leadership.POSTION REQUIREMENTSBachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or similar field is required. Advanced degree/and or certification preferred (CPA, CMA, MBA, MSA, etc..)Candidate should have at least 3-5 years of Plant/Manufacturing based experience to demonstrate a solid "cost" background (BOM, absorption/inventory levels, variance analysis)Experience leading month end close processTargeting "Business Partner" with General Management/Operations (in context to "resource")

VIP has partnered with a dynamic and growing private equity-backed manufacturing company. With a focus on innovation and efficiency, we are seeking a talented Controller to join our team and contribute to our continued success.Job Summary: The Controller will be a key member of the finance team, responsible for overseeing all accounting and financial activities at our manufacturing plant. This role will ensure accurate financial reporting, drive cost control measures, and support strategic decision-making to enhance operational performance and profitability.Key Responsibilities:Financial Reporting and Analysis:Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.Ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) and company policies.Develop and maintain standard costing systems and analyze variances.Budgeting and Forecasting:Lead the annual budgeting process for the plant.Monitor and report on budget variances, providing insights and recommendations for corrective actions.Develop financial forecasts and models to support strategic planning.Cost Control and Management:Implement and maintain effective cost accounting systems.Analyze production costs and identify opportunities for cost reduction.Collaborate with operations to improve efficiency and productivity.Internal Controls and Compliance:Ensure adherence to internal controls and company policies.Oversee audits and compliance activities.Implement process improvements to enhance internal control environment.Team Leadership and Development:Supervise and mentor accounting staff at the plant.Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.Promote collaboration and effective communication within the finance team and across departments.Strategic Support:Provide financial insights and support to plant management for decision-making.Participate in cross-functional teams to drive strategic initiatives.Support M&A activities and integration as needed.Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or CMA preferred.Minimum of 5-7 years of accounting experience, with at least 3 years in a manufacturing environment.Strong knowledge of GAAP and cost accounting principles.Proven experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.Proficient in ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.Strong leadership and team management abilities.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities.