EXPENSE CONTROL MANAGER

DescriptionPosition at JBS USAPosition: Expense Control and Continuous Improvement ManagerReporting to: General ManagerPurpose & Scope: This position will support the General Manager and the operations team in cost control and accountability of all operations targets. The right candidate has a strong accounting or systems background and can analyze and recommend improvements. He or she also must have strong interpersonal skills to work with the team to implement these improvements.Principle Responsibilities:Drives the team in achieving annual budget.Leads the effort to identify cost savings improvement ideas for plant, and facilitates implementation of these ideas in conjunction with the team. Tracks the actual performances of these savings.Partners with the local plant management team, divisional team for cost savings ideas, performance tracking.Works with corporate and other plant expense control managers to share and implement best practices across the Regional plants.Utilize Qlikview software to support and track plant KPI’s (management targets).Drives the effort toward process improvement utilizing a variety of toolsParticipatory programs – Develop 5S program, guiding its deployment and management. Ensure motivation, continuity, engagement and participation in JBS meetings.Working Conditions:Travel up to 20% a year.Work environment: Must be able to work in areas of extreme heat, and cold conditions while in facilities.Requirements: Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or related fieldExperience: 5+ years of directly related experience requiredSpecial Skills:Strong analytical skills, accuracy and attention to detailsExcellent problem solving skillsRequires excellent inter-personal skillsProficient with spreadsheets and computer systemsRelationshipsInternal: Regional Beef TeamExternal: ContractorsEOE /Vets/Disability