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Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals Plant Controller in Raleigh, North Carolina
Job Title
Plant Controller
Requisition
JR000014447 Plant Controller (Open)
Location
Raleigh, NC
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Job Description Summary
This position is responsible for leading the financial operations at the Raleigh, NC plant and contributes to the business strategy of the site as a key member of the senior leadership team. The site controller is responsible for providing leadership and direction in the areas of general and cost accounting, corporate reporting, budgeting and forecasting, risk analysis, and ensures compliance with GAAP and company policies. As a site leader, the controller is expected to interact with all functional groups within the plant to serve as the finance business partner in supporting business decisions. This position supervises general accounting, cost accounting, and payroll functions.
Job Description
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
Interacts with managers to provide consultative support to planning initiatives through financial and operational analyses, reports, and recommendations.
Supports new business and new product development efforts; including developing budgets and costing models, pricing recommendations, contract reviews, negotiations, and presentations.
Contributes to the strategic and business planning process, including providing recommendations to senior management on short-term and long-term financial and operational strategy for the organization.
Analyzes company operations, identifying areas that can be reorganized or made more efficient.
As a member of the senior leadership team, provides relevant information and guidance to the Site Director to assess and improve the plant’s operating and financial performance.
Leads the business planning processes (monthly forecasts, annual budget, long-range strategic plan).
Oversees the monthly financial close and reporting processes, including variance analysis and monitoring of performance against key plant metrics.
Assesses organizational performance against budget and makes actionable recommendations together with heads of operational departments.
Leads annual process of reviewing and resetting standard product costs.
Ensures that the site is in compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and all company financial policies/procedures.
Oversees all site audit activities and acts as the liaison for internal and external audit partners to meet Sarbanes-Oxley requirements; ensures proper internal controls are in place and functioning properly at the plant.
Ensures proper valuation of month-end inventory and provides leadership for annual physical counts.
Prepares and provide ad hoc analysis and information to corporate management team as required, including quarterly and year-end reports, audit requests, bank requests, etc.
Oversees the processing of payroll for the hourly workforce.
Provides financial support for the site Performance Excellence program including calculating savings of the various cost reduction projects.
Participates in management meetings and activities as required, including off-site or out-of-town meetings.
Develops direct reports through effective performance management and ensures that the annual performance management processes are completed.
Continuously improves processes and systems with a view toward cost reduction and real time accuracy.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS : Education:Minimum of an undergraduate degree from an accredited college/university, with emphasis in Accounting or Finance. MBA preferred.Experience:Minimum of ten (10) years of progressive Accounting/Finance experience and responsibility, with at least five (5) years of experience as a Controller or Manager in a manufacturing environment. Strong cost accounting experience preferred.Preferred Skills/Qualifications:CPA or CMA preferred.Thorough working knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles.High skill level in Cost Accounting, Budgeting, and Forecasting.Excellent project management skillsStrong management and organizational development skills.Proven leadership and success in the development of others.Excellent cross functional communication (verbal and written).Ability to consult and influence decision-making process of senior management.Ability to interact positively with employees at all levels of the organization regarding accounting and finance.Experience presenting financial data to non-financial audiences.Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.Excellent skills using Microsoft Office applications.Ability to work in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment.Possesses managerial courage in order to confront and handle difficult business situations.Experience and training in Six Sigma, Lean, or related methodologies is preferred.Experience in an FDA regulated facility is preferred.Experience with enterprise systems such as JDE or BPCS preferred. ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS/SCOPE :This position reports to the Operations Controller in Webster Groves, MO. This position oversees the employees within the accounting and payroll function at the site.DISCLAIMER:The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position.
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