Smithfield
AssistantPlantController
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“Assistant Plant Controller at Smithfield. Skills: Cost accounting, Inventory control, Financial reporting, SAP. Support plant controller. Direct accounting support”
What You'll Achieve.
Reduce inventory balances; Free up capital; Ensure inventory results and balances are reconciled; Ensure inventory is valued accurately; Ensure compliance with SOX; Ensure compliance with annual internal audits; Ensure consistency and accuracy of general ledger accounts
Industry & Context.
Analytical skills; Identify opportunities
Must be able to travel up to 10% of the time, Office setting, Production plant environment, Wet or humid conditions, Extreme cold and heat, Working near moving mechanical parts, Exposure to fumes or airborne particles, Exposure to chemicals, Moderate noise level, Loud noise level in production area, Lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, Reach with hands, Talk and hear, Close vision, Distance vision, Ability to adjust focus
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
3 years of professional accounting experience, Experience acting as a lead, Knowledge of Accounting software, Knowledge of Contact Management systems, Knowledge of Inventory software, Knowledge of manufacturing software, Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Knowledge of Pivot Tables, Knowledge of analytical tools, leadership skills, Solid understanding of cost accounting concepts, Solid mathematical skills, Solid analytical skills, Attention to detail, Organizational skills, Exceptional written communication skills, Exceptional verbal communication skills, Flexibility, Willingness to work as part of a team, Ability to work well with others, Ability to be respectful, Ability to be approachable, Ability to be team oriented, Ability to build working relationships, Ability to build a positive work environment
Nice to Have
SAP experience
What You'll Do.
Support plant controller
Direct accounting support
Maintain manufacturing ledgers
Maintain inventory ledgers
Maintain finished goods ledgers
Administer bill of materials
Audit bill of materials
Correct bill of materials
Distribute material variances
Distribute labor variances
Prepare financial reports
Prepare control reports
Analyze operating performance
Analyze unusual items
Administer Internal Order
Reconcile inventory results
Value inventory accurately
Ensure SOX compliance
Ensure internal audit compliance
Review general ledger accounts
Communicate with staff
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Participate in plant management meetings; Assist plant management with quarterly reviews; Assist plant management with operations improvement; Work actively with purchasing department; Work actively with maintenance department; Collaborate with plant personnel; Collaborate with corporate personnel; Communicate with plant management; Work as part of a team; Work with others in dynamic environment; Build working relationships; Build positive work environment; Provide leadership and guidance to employees; Carry out supervisory responsibilities; Interview employees; Hire employees; Train employees; Plan work; Assign work; Direct work; Appraise employees; Reward employees; Discipline employees; Address complaints; Provide resolutions
Communication Scope
Exceptional written communication skills; Exceptional verbal communication skills; Effectively communicate with manage staff
Process & Methodology
Manage a project
Full Job Description
**If you are currently employed at Smithfield, please log into Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub.** Have a seat at our table. When you join Smithfield, you become part of something special – a company that's sustainably feeding people around the world, producing good food the right way with respect for our people, animals, communities and planet. With opportunities across locations and functions, a culture grounded in our Core Four values - gratitude, communication, respect and accountability - and a strong commitment to learning, collaboration, and innovation, Smithfield offers challenging and rewarding careers where you can grow, contribute and make a real impact. **Apply Now!** ## Your Opportunity This position supports the plant controller in directing the accounting support to the production facility. Responsibilities include cost accounting, inventory control, accounts payable, payroll, billing, and preparation of plant financial and other control reports. Supports the maintenance of manufacturing, inventory and finished goods ledgers and cost accounting activities. Compiles and analyzes operating performance reports. Prepares and analyzes unusual items on financial reports. ## Core Responsibilities ### **Operations Teamwork** * Participates in plant management meetings as well as core product review meetings; assists plant management in preparation of quarterly review graphs and routine items; assists in preparing materials for meetings; assists plant management in operations improvement activities; provides SAP, ADC and other related system training and support; proactively identify opportunities that can make a contribution outside traditional sphere of influence; works actively with purchasing and maintenance departments to reduce inventory balances and free up capital. ### **Controllership** * Responsible for the protection of company assets (meat, packaging, maintenance supplies, fixed assets, etc.); ensures inventory results and b
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