What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Plant Controller position at Adient US LLC?
JOB DESCRIPTION
The Assistant Plant Controller is a senior Finance position in a manufacturing site; responsible for forecasting, executing, and reporting financial performance to the Controller and senior management.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assistant Plant Controller will support and lead the plant financial activities in the areas of accounting, costing, budget/forecast, expense control and reporting.
- Supports P&L improvements. Identifies and supports cost improvements and program profitability activities.
- Assist the Controller with plant financial activities including GL accounting and reconciliations.
- Support the month-end closing process including preparation of manual Journal Entries and ensuring appropriate cost allocations.
- Maintain a robust internal control environment aligned to the company Business Operating System and Sarbanes Oxley requirements.
- In collaboration with the Controller and plant leadership, manage the business of the plant in order to achieve financial and performance targets.
- Support and lead the financial month-end closing and reporting process.
- Support and promote Continuous Improvement initiatives.
- Prepare and support Capital Appropriation Requests including financial justification in accordance with company guidelines.
- Maintain accurate and compliant balance sheet accounts and corresponding reconciliations.
- Coordinate internal and external audit activities pertaining to the plant ledger.
- Collaborate with the Finance Department staff to achieve department and company objectives.
- Perform additional related duties and analyses as directed by the Plant Manager or Plant Controller.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required, MBA / CPA is a plus.
- 5 Years working experience in an Accounting or Finance position, automotive industry preferred.
- Fluent in MS Office applications, experience with MFGPro/SAP/Hyperion applications preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex or ambiguous situations; strong supervisory management skills and ability to work under deadlines.
- Ability to analyze complex data and communicate findings by verbal or presentation format
PRIMARY LOCATION
Murfreesboro FacilityAdient is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and you need an accommodation during the application process please email talent-acquisition@adient.com.