Plant Controller

Country United States of America /*generated inline style */ State / County New York /*generated inline style */ City New Hartford /*generated inline style */ Division Metals /*generated inline style */ Company New Hartford/Dunkirk /*generated inline style */ Function Finance /*generated inline style */ Workplace Type On-Site /*generated inline style */ Position type Full Time /*generated inline style */ /*generated inline style */ Opportunity ID 23125/*generated inline style */ Job Description OverviewSpecial Metals Corp We are seeking a hands-on, proactive Plant Controller to lead the plant accounting and finance function for Special Metals – New Hartford and serve as a key member of the site leadership team. This role is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial statements, strengthening internal controls, driving cost savings, and leading the annual budget and forecasting process in a global, multi-site manufacturing environment.Key ResponsibilitiesLead all plant accounting and controlling activities, partnering with the Plant Manager and site leadership to drive operational and financial performance.Own the monthly close for the plant: ensure timely, accurate results; maintain the integrity of the P&L and balance sheet (reconciliations, accruals, reserves/provisions).Maintain a robust cost accounting environment, including product costing, inventory valuation, manufacturing variances, cost standards, and margin analysis.Drive cost reduction and productivity initiatives by identifying savings opportunities and implementing process improvements with cross-functional teams.Lead the plant’s annual budget process and ongoing forecasting, including labor and overhead planning, sales/volume assumptions, and expense control.Prepare and present monthly/quarterly operating reviews, KPIs, and financial narratives for division and corporate leadership; support on-site reviews as needed.Strengthen and maintain the plant’s internal controls and ensure SOX 404 compliance; coordinate internal/external audit activities and remediation plans.Review and approve capital expenditure requests, track capital spend, and validate financial returns in line with corporate governance.Oversee plant-level contract administration, and partner with commercial teams on financial terms and risk considerations.Manage credit and collections support: establish customer credit limits (as applicable) and ensure timely collections within payment terms.Ensure compliance with local tax calculations and filings (e.g., NYS sales tax, 1099 reporting) and maintain fiduciary responsibility for inventory, assets, and cash (including local banking access).Partner with IT and business stakeholders to optimize financial systems and reporting tools, recommending upgrades that improve accuracy, controls, and efficiency.Support acquisition integration activities when applicable (due diligence, transitions, opening balance sheet, and financial integration).Required QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Accounting (required)MBA and/or CPA (preferred)Minimum 10 years of progressive finance experience within manufacturing environmentsStrong knowledge of accounting theory and application of financial principles (GAAP)Experience managing financial operations in a global, multi-site environmentPrior acquisition experience preferred (due diligence, transitions, opening balance sheet, financial integration)Working knowledge of IT systems with the ability to recommend enhancements/upgrades to support business needsSuccess Factors / Competencies:Strong organization and attention to detailTechnical accounting knowledge and business acumenStrategic agility and ability to influence decision-makingClear communication and strong interpersonal skillsManagerial courage and a participative, hands-on leadership styleAbility to work under pressure and meet deadlinesProven ability to build cross-functional partnerships and navigate organizational cultureWork Environment & Physical DemandsReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Why Join Special Metals Corp:Lead a critical function with direct impact on uptime, safety, and plant performance.Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Engineering, and Purchasing to drive reliability improvements.Competitive compensation and benefits. Special Metals Cop is committed to hiring, promoting and transferring employees without regard to race, religion, color, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, national origin (where a person was born), sex, age, ancestry (ethnic heritage), citizenship, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, or any other reason prohibited by law. Decisions as to hiring, promoting or transferring employees should be based solely upon job-related qualifications.As an equal opportunity employer, Special Metals Cop is committed to a diverse workforce. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veterans’ Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact View phone number on click.appcast.io for assistance.To comply with U.S. Government export control regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), this position may require applicants to be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran./*generated inline style */ All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran./*generated inline style */ Relocation Relocation is authorized for this position./*generated inline style */ For informational purposes only, the range for annual base salary for this role is $165,000 to $180,000 US Dollar (USD) Salaried based on a variety of factors. For informational purposes only, this role is eligible to participate in the Company’s Executive Bonus Plan, paid out up to 35% of the applicable annual base salary, based on the Company’s performance in the prior calendar year. Employees will receive 120 hours paid time off every year. Employees will also receive 10 paid holidays. Employees (and their families) are eligible to participate in the company's medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are eligible to enroll in the Company’s 401(k) plan./*generated inline style */ The position will be eligible to participate in the Company’s Long-Term Incentive Program /*generated inline style */ This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To comply with those regulations, this position may require applicants to be U.S. Persons (i.e., U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)), or eligible to obtain the required export authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or the U.S. Department of Commerce./*generated inline style */ Company Profile With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability – not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp./*generated inline style */ Precision Castparts Corp. and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited resumes will become the property of Precision Castparts Corp & its affiliates, and no fee will be paid. /*generated inline style */