Controller

Company: Pace Packaging LLC
Location: Saddle Brook
Posted on: September 11, 2023

Job Description:

At ProMach, were looking for people who want to shine. Youll have opportunities to take your career in the direction you desire. You can be creative. Strategic. Persuasive. Influential. Meticulous. A technical enthusiast. A closer. A futurist. ProMach offers rewarding, challenging opportunities throughout the world, across multiple packaging segments. If you are energized by providing best-in-class customer experiences and strive for advanced technical skills, we want to talk to you. Do we have your attention? Keep reading. Pace Packaging is seeking a talented Controller for their Fairfield, NJ location to provide hands-on leadership and management in the areas of accounting and financial reporting and to direct the companys accounting process, budgetary process, periodic forecasting, job costing process and materials management. The position is responsible for accounting functions such as accounts receivable and payable, payroll, cost accounting, internal financial reporting, and general ledger. This position reports to the VP/General Manager, with a dotted line to the Business Unit VP of Finance. Does this work interest you?

• Direct the companys accounting process, budgetary process, and job costing process by establishing and maintaining fiscal records and internal controls in accordance with ProMach policies.
• Develop, analyze, and interpret statistical and accounting information to appraise operating results in terms of profitability, performance against budget goals, and other matters bearing on the fiscal soundness and operating effectiveness of the company.
• Be strategic partner to the General Manager; assist with setting goals, developing action plans, and executing initiatives for future growth. Maintain and develop follow up tools to ensure achieving initiatives.
• Complete month-end and year-end closing process and preparation of financial reporting package, quarterly forecasts, and the annual budget.
• Manage the procurement and stockroom team including identifying cost savings directives, process and automation tools and monitor kpis to create a high performing team.
• Manage plant inventory levels (raw, WIP and finished) including coordinating weekly cycle counts, annual physical counts, and job order issue/withdrawal to ensure accuracy and appropriate levels of inventory are maintained.
• Provide PBCs and other assistance to external and internal auditors as requested.
• Maintain fixed asset records of the company and prepare capital expenditure requests and justifications.
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local corporate, payroll, sales tax, and other applicable tax laws.
• Provide leadership to ensure high engagement in utilizing and maintaining the company's ERP and other business information systems.
• Interface and act as a financial and systems resource with departments e.g., manufacturing, sales/marketing, parts, purchasing, engineering, etc.
• Be a business leader to drive process improvements throughout the organization and a source of leadership that fosters profitable growth of the organization.
• Implement and follow through on cost savings initiatives.
• Coach, teach and develop team members including evaluating the performance of direct reports.
• Work directly with Shared Service organization to control disbursements, establish and maintain credit terms and collection procedures.
• Develop budget and staffing requirements for the accounting area.
• Control expenses within budget constraints.
• Drive target net working capital levels
• Coordinate guarantees and standby letters of credit with Corporate Treasury.
• Review and approve bi-weekly payroll for the location with Corporate Payroll.
• Review and advise on contracts, terms, and conditions.
  Whats in it for you? There's no monopoly on good ideas or limits to how far you can advance with our team. We offer an open, communicative environment that fosters individual initiative. We pride ourselves in being a company where people choose to build a career and find professional happiness. In addition to growth opportunities, as a ProMach employee, you receive more than just a paycheck. Total compensation includes your salary, comprehensive medical/dental and well-being programs, as well as life insurance, a generous paid time off program, and a retirement savings plan with a company match. And because we understand the importance of feeling protected, there is no waiting period for benefits you are eligible on your first day of employment! If this sounds like you, we want to connect!
  • B.S. in Accounting or Finance.
  • 8-10 years experience in finance and accounting, strong preference for manufacturing environment.
  • Strong background in financial analysis.
  • Strong computer skills, specifically Excel and Word.
  • Experience with various ERP and software programs (Syteline preferred).
  • Good written and oral communications skills.
  • Analytical skills to synthesize complex or diverse information, collect and research data, use intuition and experience to complement data and design workflows and procedures.
  • Must be a proven hands-on team player driven to meet company goals.
    Pro Mach, Inc. We have been named to the Inc. 5,000 list of the fastest growing private companies in the U.S. seven times. We continue to introduce innovative products, enter new markets, expand our global presence, and actively acquire new capabilities. We have the rewards, opportunities, and the market strengths of a large organization combined with the entrepreneurial culture of a small, fast-paced company. You will enjoy the benefits of working with a growing company that competes globally with the personal touch and feel of a smaller company where you can make an impact every day. Curious about life at ProMach? Follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram! More career opportunities to consider! Pro Mach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Pro Mach uses E-Verify to verify employment eligibility of all new hires to work in the United States. Pro Mach is a drug-free workplace. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. #PACE #INPAC

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