Payroll Clerk

Overview

This role involves serving as a Plant Controller responsible for overseeing all financial aspects of plant operations within an engineering or manufacturing environment. The position offers a hybrid work schedule after an initial 90-day period, combining on-site presence with remote work. The Plant Controller will play a key leadership role in shaping financial strategies, ensuring accurate reporting, driving cost efficiencies, and collaborating closely with plant management and corporate finance teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all financial operations of the plant, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Implement and optimize ERP systems, specifically IFS, to streamline financial processes and improve operational efficiency.
• Conduct cost accounting activities and develop strategies to reduce costs while maximizing profitability.
• Manage capital expenditures (Capex), ensuring projects stay within budget and deliver expected returns.
• Supervise fixed asset accounting, ensuring accurate record-keeping, depreciation schedules, and compliance with accounting standards.
• Develop comprehensive financial reports and present findings to senior management to facilitate strategic decision-making.
• Collaborate with plant management and corporate finance teams to craft financial strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies to mitigate financial and legal risks.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a closely related field; master's degree or CPA certification is advantageous.
• Minimum of five years of proven experience as a plant controller or in a similar financial leadership role within the engineering or manufacturing industry.
• Expertise in ERP systems implementation, particularly IFS.
• Strong understanding of cost accounting, capital expenditure management, and fixed asset accounting.
• Proficient knowledge of financial reporting, planning, and analysis.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Leadership abilities including influencing, motivating, and engaging teams.
• Exceptional communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment and make sound decisions based on accurate data.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree or CPA certification.

Compensation & Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• 401(k) matching program.
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA) or Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• Hybrid work schedule offering flexibility to balance work and personal life.
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• Opportunities for career advancement.
• Ongoing training and leadership development programs.

Location

Hybrid position with initial on-site work followed by a flexible combination of remote and on-site work.