Job Description:

Plant Controller

Atlanta, GA, USA * Peachtree City, GA, USA
Req #6320

Wednesday, January 13, 2021

Cornerstone Building Brands is the largest manufacturer of exterior building products in North America. Our comprehensive portfolio spans the breadth of the residential and commercial markets, while our expansive footprint enables us to serve customers and communities across North America. Our relentless focus on excellence combined with our ongoing commitment to innovation and R&D has driven us to become the #1 manufacturer of windows, vinyl siding, insulated metal panels, metal roofing and wall systems, and metal accessories. We believe every building we create, and every part of that building, positively contributes to communities where people live, work and play.

Plant Controller 2

Purpose/goals

The Plant Controller is a financial leader focused on providing decision support to the leaders of designated plants or plant as well as providing management direction and oversight to plant/cost accountants or direct reports. The position will develop monthly plant financial statements, implement and maintain monthly plant financial reviews, and develop key performance indicators that help the leaders of the supply chain region manage the business. In addition, this position is responsible for ensuring the integrity of plant financial statements by evaluating both financial and operating controls and implementing improvements. The position will primarily support the Division/Business Unit Director of Operations Accounting and/or Plant Manager(s).

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create/interpret business information that enhances operating results.


• Partner with Plant Manager(s) on all aspects of the business to drive maximum profitability.


• Identifies, evaluates and institutes major economic improvements that increase profitability by utilizing continuous improvement techniques, standard work, automation and innovation.


• Key owner of the business budget and financial forecasts ensuring all objectives are met.


• Liaise with corporate accounting group on key accounting issues.


• Develop and implement policies and procedures in order to maintain an environment of internal control and compliance with Cornerstone Building Brands accounting policies and SOX requirements.


• Train and develop associates to be experts on manufacturing processes focusing on measuring and improving profitability.


• Identify and Lead special projects.


• Perform month-end closing activities which include the creation of journal entries and account reconciliations.


• Work with the Plant leadership teams to find cost savings ideas.


• Train and develop direct reports with a focus on succession planning and career pathing.


• Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

Education

• B.S. in Accounting or Finance.


• CPA or CMA certification preferred but not required.

Experience

• Five to Eight years Manufacturing Accounting or relevant experience required. Prior experience in a leadership role helpful.

Skills/Abilities

• Solid knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley, specifically SOX 404.Ability to work effectively in a team and process-based environment, driving for continuous improvement.


• Strong organizational and team skills required. Excellent verbal and written communication skills needed.


• Strong analytical skills.


• Excellent leadership and human relations abilities.


• Strong oral and written communication abilities.


• Thorough knowledge of financial and accounting practices and procedures.


• Excellent Excel skills and understanding of applicable software preferred.

Cornerstone Building Brands is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, protected veteran status, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation or national origin.

Recruitment Fraud

We have been made aware of multiple scams whereby unauthorized individuals are using Cornerstone Building Brand's name and logo to solicit potential job-seekers for employment. In some cases, job-seekers are being contacted directly, both by phone and e-mail. In other instances, these unauthorized individuals are placing advertisements for fake positions with both legitimate websites and fabricated ones. These individuals are typically promising high-paying jobs with the requirement that the job-seeker send money to pay for things such as visa applications or processing fees. Please be advised that Cornerstone Building Brands will never ask potential job-seekers for any sort of advance payment or bank account information as part of the recruiting or hiring process.

Other details

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  Job Family
  Finance
  
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  Pay Type
  Salary
  
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  Travel Required
  No
  
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  Required Education
  Bachelor's Degree
  
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  Job Start Date
  Tuesday, January 26, 2021
  

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  Atlanta, GA, USA


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  Peachtree City, GA, USA

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