Assistant Controller

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to join our team in Sheboygan Falls, Wisconsin. In this role, you will work closely with plant leadership to drive financial excellence, identify opportunities for improvement, and provide insightful analysis in a dynamic manufacturing environment. Your expertise in cost accounting and ability to communicate financial data effectively will be critical in supporting decision-making and fostering operational success across multiple facilities.

Responsibilities:

• Build strong relationships with plant leadership, team leaders, and production members to align financial goals with operational objectives.

• Translate financial data into actionable insights by explaining trends, drivers, and opportunities for improvement, while recommending next steps.

• Develop and maintain clear, user-friendly dashboards and reports that effectively communicate financial performance.

• Support the Multi-Site Plant Controller in standardizing reporting and processes across the campus plants to ensure alignment with company-wide practices.

• Lead month-end close activities for plant operations, ensuring accurate and timely deliverables.

• Manage forecasting and annual budgeting processes, ensuring consistency and efficiency across all campus plants.

• Oversee cost savings initiatives, ensuring they meet current and future expectations.

• Collaborate with leadership to evaluate new business opportunities, capital projects, and continuous improvement initiatives, providing financial insights and recommendations.

• Identify and implement best practices in financial management and inventory control across the network.

• Provide informal leadership and financial coaching to operational teams to enhance their understanding and use of financial data.• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance is required.

• A minimum of six years of experience in cost accounting and financial analysis, with prior experience in a plant finance or controller role strongly preferred.

• Background in manufacturing, food, or consumer packaged goods industries is highly desirable.

• Proven ability to create and interpret operational reports and guide teams in leveraging financial data.

• Strong leadership skills, with experience influencing cross-functional teams and driving accountability.

• Proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint; familiarity with ERP systems is a plus.

• Exceptional analytical skills with the ability to identify trends and develop actionable recommendations.

• Demonstrated ability to simplify complex financial information and communicate effectively across all levels of an organization.

Full-time