Multi-Site Controller - Life Sciences, Manufacturing with Financial Reporting & Cost Accounting experience.
Key locations are Portage, WI (primary) and Poestenkill, NY.
If you want to discover your greatest potential, Saint-Gobain provides one-of-a-kind opportunities for innovative problem solvers.
We're one of only two companies in the world that is consistently recognized as both a top Global Employer and a Top 100 Global Innovator, but Saint-Gobain's remarkable story and culture of innovation begins with a team of nearly 200,000 creative, diverse and passionate team members collaborating across the globe. We are committed to our mission to improve lives because, every day, we witness the enormous impact of our efforts on the world around us.
The Multi-Site Controller will adhere to financial policies and internal controls, i mproving internal business processes to support the Life Sciences growth/profitability model, and key staff member of the site/plant leadership team serving as the plant manager's "right-hand". Will provide financial analysis and recommendations to ensure the site in aligned to strategic objectives; moreover, "proactive" as a business partner aiding the decision-making process of management on corrective actions/countermeasures and enforcing ownership & accountability.
Will lead the annual RF1/3 forecast and budgeting process at the site and providing accurate explanations of significant variances, including analysis of actual vs. budget and/or forecast. Will focus on timely month-end results/reporting but importantly strategic planning to ensure the business is growing profitability.
The Site Controller position will the lead the processes of the month-end close to ensure alignment of the HPS/LS deadlines, prepare, approve general entries/reconciliations (as needed/required), and ensure accuracy/integrity of the balance sheet (quality of working capital, changes in fixed assets, etc.). Lead the annual standard cost development process for the site to ensure transparency of cost/margin. Held responsible to ensure all plant accounting activities comply with the processes outlined in the HPS/LS policies, and sound business practices.
Key Accountabilities:
Month-end close, reconciliations, coordinating & preparing internal financial reporting
Operational analysis of scrap, labor & overhead cost/variances, Monthly Presentations - Trends/Risks & Opportunities, weekly flash, mid-month pulse checks, etc.
Lead the annual completion of the internal controls gap analysis & ensure the execution of action plans, adherence - Segregation of Duties, system/access controls are in place.
Evaluate site internal controls (review of HPS/LS policies, purchasing authorities, etc. to ensure alignment with internal controls along with the 6 essentials).
Support LS & Operations Controller with the AD HOC requests,
annual budget plans,
quarterly forecasting, budget & standard cost development process.
Proactively interact with supervisors, plant leadership team as well as senior management to ensure all parties have a clear and accurate picture of the plant's overall financial performance.
Proactively researching issues - anticipating opportunities and providing answers & insight to key questions before they are asked.
Support CI/WCM initiatives (participation in Kaizen's, problem-solving events) ensuring countermeasures, projects are defined with clear financial objectives & results are tracked and reported accordingly.
Coordinate physical inventory and cycle count program to achieve site and SBU goals.
-Experience/Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree - Accounting/Finance from a four year college or university ~preferred major or equivalent experience; Required.
Master's Degree - within Business or Related Field; Preferred.
8+ years' experience working in a Plant Environment (Manufacturing) - within roles such as Cost Accountant, Plant Controller; Required.
-Experience working in a Corporate/Finance Environment - Preferred.
Operations experience within a regulated industry; Preferred.
Prior experience & assessment knowledge utilizing an ERP system (SAP, QAD, ORACLE); Required.
Travel up to 15% - for business meetings / trainings.
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Certain states require pay information be provided in job postings. Saint-Gobain aims to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support our employees' wellbeing and help improve daily life for themselves and their families. We believe in the importance of pay transparency in what we offer prospective candidates and provide the national pay range for this position which is $111,000 to $177,000 per year, however, the base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.
In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for an annual bonus. The targeted bonus amount is 15% of base salary based on company and individual performance measures. The Total Target Cash range (base pay and annual bonus) for this position, is $127,650 to $203,550.Bonus payments are part of variable compensation and by nature can vary based on company and individual performance and is not a guarantee.
Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs.
Health and Wellbeing - Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.
Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance
Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options
LiveWell Wellness Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave
Retirement and Protection - Helping to make the future life you want a reality.
401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP), Cash Balance Pension Plan
Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability
Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
Additional Benefits - Helping shape the experience and impact you want
Commuter Benefits
Group Legal
Identity Theft Protection
Auto and Home Insurance
Pet Insurance and Discounts
Back-up Child & Elder Care
PerkSpot Employee Discount Program
Saint-Gobain's innovations touch almost every major industry around the world. Within its Life Sciences division, teams are solving critical problems for customers who are getting life-saving medical devices to the frontlines of healthcare, discovering essential medications, and nourishing and connecting the world through consumer, industrial and electronics applications. As one of the world's leading producers of high-performance polymer products, we improve lives by making simple experiences better and being there in life's critical moments.
Our team members recognize that we all create the environment for people to succeed, with a culture built on respect, open and honest communication, and honoring our commitments to our customers and each other. And at the heart of our culture, we've learned working together makes good ideas, great ones.
With a legacy dating back more than 350 years, Saint-Gobain offers employees the stability and security of a leading Global 500 corporation while operating like multiple small and agile start-ups, where entrepreneurial spirit, pioneering teamwork, and bold, forward-thinking ideas pave new paths.
Every team member is encouraged to develop and leverage their unique expertise and strengths to make the greatest impact on the company and our end users. At Saint-Gobain, you're empowered and equipped with countless opportunities and resources for professional development. You will find the support you need to create a vision and roadmap for your career, and make that vision a reality.
Join Us at Saint-Gobain Life Sciences. Together, we'll create a better life.
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