Plant Controller

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Plant Controller
Location/ Work Structure : Mankato, MN (Onsite) - 25% Travel
Compensation: $125,000-$150,000 +bonus

Who we are:
Vernovis is a Total Talent Solutions company that specializes in Technology, Cybersecurity, Finance & Accounting functions. At Vernovis, we help these professionals achieve their career goals, matching them with innovative projects and dynamic direct hire opportunities in Ohio and across the Midwest.

• Reconciling sub-ledger to general ledger account balances 
• Assessing internal controls, including risk assessments and reviews of risk areas 
• Performing monthly balance sheet, income statement, and changes in financial position/budget variance analyses 
• Assisting in the design and preparation of budgets for review by management 
• Maintaining and reconciling fixed assets schedules 
• Create and analyze liability, asset, and capital accounts by compiling electronic data and required documentation 
• Summarize and prepare financial status and transaction reports, including a profit and loss statement and other necessary reports 
• Comply with all federal, state, and local protocols including legal requirements and interpret new and existing legislation 
• Create a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) manual for accounting policy and regulations, and roll out reconciliation procedures 
• Monitor and maintain a new audit system by implementing new policies and procedures in the finance department 
• Guide facility personnel in requirements for finance related activities and reporting 
• Focus on tax compliance, state business registration, contract review, and non-profit tax filing 
• Play a vital part in the company's financial management which includes all account reconciliations and reporting to necessary parties 

What Experience You'll Have:

• 5+ years' experience working with intercompany transactions and reconciliation in preparation for audit 
• 3+ years' accounting or finance experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment 
• ERP experience required with implementation experience a plus 
• Experience partnering with facility management to deliver continuous improvement 
• Working knowledge of tax filing and tax compliance as it pertains to state and federal level regulations 
• Demonstrated ability to work in a leadership role and coach facility leadership on financial performance understanding and areas for improvement 
• Experience in budget creation for facility 
• Thorough understanding of financial application security ensuring that all financial data is secure and complies with confidentiality policies 
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and other applications related to finance and accounting 
• Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills 
• Demonstrated ability to support other departments in the company 
• Bachelor’s Degree in accounting  
• CMA and CPA beneficial.