Controller - Manufacturer - Aurora, IL

Controller Responsibilities:

• Review, and analyze monthly financial statements/KPI reports for the plants in accordance with company policies and GAAP.
• Proactively partner with plant management and the Controller's group to ensure that all parties have a clear and accurate picture of the plants overall financial performance.
• Lead the preparation of the plants' business planning process, incorporating productivity and cost targets for both manufacturing and sourcing.
• Prepare monthly rolling forecasts and provide plant and operations leadership with insight and commentary for all major variances from both plan and prior forecast.
• Provide financial guidance for all plant capital investments and related business case justifications.
• Lead and drive plant cost reduction efforts, holding plant management team responsible for delivering annual cost reductions and productivity improvements.
• Develop and maintain accurate standard cost data for all products, working with both product teams and business management on new product development and new business opportunities.
• Prepare and assist in recondition cost quotes on new business/contracts.
• Ensure proper internal controls are in place to safeguard company assets.
• Develop necessary inventory polices and controls to ensure integrity of financial statements.
• Serve as the primary contact for internal and external auditors.

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