Plant Controller

Plant Controller

At Bel, we are not just a company—we are a company on a Mission, built on 160 years of bold innovation, family values, and a commitment to social purpose. With beloved brands like Babybel®, GoGo squeeZ®, The Laughing Cow®, and Boursin®, our snacking solutions bring more than joy; they want to serve as a force for good. Our U.S. Mission? To help close the critical 80% nutrition gap by making it easier for Americans to eat more fruits, veggies, and dairy as part of their daily lives.

The Financial Controller is responsible for overseeing all financial aspects of the plant operations, including accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, internal controls, and analysis. This role ensures the accuracy of financial data to inform strategic decision-making at the plant level. This role collaborates closely with plant management to monitor costs, achieve plant goals, support business results, and provide business insights.

Job Responsibilities & Tasks:

• Responsible of all financial planning for the plant: budget, reforecast and business plan
• Lead internal audits
• Month/Year Closing
• Inventory Management Support
• Forecasting
• Operational Improvement
• Planning & Budgeting
• Financial Analysis/Reporting
• Collaboration

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance or a related field highly preferred
• Preferred minimum of 5 years of accounting/finance experience. Experience in a Food Manufacturing/Plant level highly preferred
• Proficiency in cost accounting principles and practices
• Experience in a manufacturing environment, particularly in food production
• Expertise in financial planning and budgeting processes
• Strong skills in financial analysis and reporting
• Management/Supervisory experience
• Experience with ERP systems preferred
• Ability to work collaboratively both internally and externally
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
• Power BI and Power Query a plus

Physical & Travel Requirements

• Must be able work in normal office conditions for a minimum of 8 hours per day
• Must be able to travel via airplane within the U.S. intermittently
• Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Bel Brands is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Bel Brands also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also Bel Brand's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. Bel Brands is committed to recruiting, hiring and promoting people with disabilities and veterans.