Darigold Sunnyside , WA 98944
Posted 2 months ago
Darigold is seeking a Plant Controller to be a key business partner with the Operations team, serving as the financial lead for up to 3 dairy manufacturing plants. The successful candidate is responsible for providing financial analysis of assigned plant(s), acting as a trusted business partner with the plant management team, evaluating production cost trends and managing financial aspects of plant operations. The Plant Controller is responsible for providing analytics that result in actionable insights to enable the plant to meet its growth and profit goals.
Ongoing responsibilities of the Plant Controller include evaluating and developing internal controls, driving the month-end close activities, providing feedback and recommendations to optimize plant costs, inventory management, and identifying continuous improvement opportunities. Success factors include the desire and ability to plan, organize and provide analysis in all phases of the accounting process to assure the facility has the tools needed to operate in an efficient & profitable manner. The Plant Controller will report to Darigold's Leader of Operations Accounting. This position may be based in one of the plant locations, Seattle, WA or Boise, ID, with a flexible hybrid schedule.
What You Will Do
General Accounting: Ensure compliance with Darigold policies and procedures in accordance with U.S. GAAP with respect to period recognition of costs, capital vs. expense, accruals, etc.
Internal Controls
Facilitate trusting relationships through effective communication, follow through on commitments, resolving conflicts and supporting our CORE values by recognizing the work of others.
Some travel may be required to plant / periodically to HQ (less than 20% of time, depending on location)
What You Bring:
Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field (e.g. Finance, Business) OR equivalent level progressive accounting experience
Minimum of 3-5 years of accounting experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
Nice to Have's
Strong team player with effective communication skills, both oral and written
Demonstrated problem solving skills, with an emphasis on process improvement and efficiency.
Strong understanding of standard cost accounting and its implications in a manufacturing environment
Knowledge of inventory control within a manufacturing environment.
Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision, following through on commitments.
Understanding of U.S. GAAP and design of internal controls
High degree of initiative and flexibility
Willingness to challenge the status quo.
Ability to manage multiple priorities with an analytical mindset.
Proficient in Excel
Benefits of Working at Darigold
We understand that as an employee, benefits that support you and your family in and out of work are important. We're proud to offer eligible positions a competitive total rewards package - that includes:
Employer 401K contribution of up to 9%
Comprehensive medical, dental & vision benefits
Employer paid life & disability coverage.
Paid time off and paid holidays
8 weeks paid parental leave.
Education assistance
Employee assistance program
Flexible working arrangement where applies (up to 2 days/week after initial 90 days and approval by hiring manager and HR)
Community giving through matching donations.
Compensation range: $80,587.00-$142,212.00 (individual wage based on previous experience, knowledge, and skills)
Our Commitment to Diversity
Achieving our vision to Lead Dairy Forward requires cultivating and supporting a team with varying backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We are committed to providing a workplace based on mutual respect where all employees feel included and can bring their best and authentic selves to work every day. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action Employer. We welcome all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, marital status, creed, religion, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. As a condition of employment applicants offered a role will be required to successfully pass our pre-employment background screen, receive a negative drug screen result & confirm eligibility to work in the U.S. We participate in E-Verify - please follow the links for details, English / Spanish & view our Right to Work Statement, English / Spanish.
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