Assistant Controller (S1169)

$85,000 - $110,000
On-Site Position
Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Short Term Disability
Long Term Disability
Life Insurance
AD & D
Paid Parental Leave
401k
About The Wellness Pet Company
The Wellness Pet Company crafts and produces premium natural pet food, treats, and dental chews. We believe that natural, premium nutrition focused on proven health outcomes is the foundation of creating a mutual wellbeing for pets and their families. As a community of people, Wellies are positively obsessed about how to win for pets and their parents. We believe in the difference we make every single day, and we know that when we work collaboratively, Wellies are unstoppable -- Not only in providing the best nutrition to pets, but in building a better tomorrow for pets, their parents, and the world.
Your
When you join Wellness Pet, you join a team whose aligned values and purpose create a unique and exciting place to work every day. Join us on our adventure to fulfill a life of wellbeing together with pets and their parents. Come for a walk with us today!
Why Work for Wellness Pet
We care about the wellbeing of our people, their families, and their pets. We treat every Wellie to a best-in-class benefits package, a warm and welcoming environment, and a place where you can learn and grow professionally. More information about what makes us special can be found on our website. The Wellness Pet Company is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We foster an inclusive work environment and are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or veteran status.
Position Summary
The Assistant Plant Controller is responsible for all areas relating to financial reporting, process used in creating/adjusting/modifying accounting records, contract management, and cash management. This position will be responsible for developing and maintaining accounting principles, practices and procedures, and records to ensure accurate and timely financial statements preparation and audit. This position requires the necessity to meet tight deadlines and handle a multitude of accounting activities including general ledger preparation, financial reporting, year-end audit preparation, support of budget and forecast activities, and other duties and responsibilities as assigned. The Assistant Plant Controller will have contact with senior-level executives and external vendors/customers, which requires strong interpersonal communication skills both written and verbal.
Duties And Responsibilities

Responsible for overseeing plant accounting transactions including: the general ledger transaction records for compliance and accuracy with company, banking/financing sources, and governmental entities & timeframes; monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting documents, contracts management and related requirements, and supporting the budgeting and forecasting cycles.
Confirms financial status by monitoring/preparing the financial statements of the plant profit and loss statements. Activities can include but are not limited to revenue and expenses; coordinating the collection, consolidation, and evaluation of financial data including preparing reports and others necessary to ensure statements are correct and in compliance with GAAP.
Maintain a thorough understanding of the financial reporting and general ledger structure including the chart of accounts ensuring compliance and ease of use. Modifications should be made as necessary.
Ensure an accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and year-end close.
Ensure the timely reporting of all monthly financial information/reports. Reports should be available for review by second Thursday of each month. Document all processes ensuring their accuracy, ease of use, and integrity. Modify as necessary.
Supports the quarterly compliance activities are performed in a timely and accurate manner.
Supports budget and forecasting activities.
Collaborates with the other department managers to support overall department goals, reporting, and objectives.
Monitors and analyzes department work to develop more efficient procedures and use of resources while maintaining a high level of accuracy.
Maintain the general ledger and any sub system necessary to ensure all financial reporting deadlines are met. Modify/change systems as necessary to ensure information is correct and accurate.
Maintains financial security by establishing internal controls.
Support and participate in financial audits, including documentation preparation, data validation, and auditor coordination as needed.
Update/modify monthly reporting package for financial review to ensure meetings flow and provide the reader the necessary information as to the Financial Wellbeing of the company.
Support the organization with special projects and workflow process improvements.
Advises staff regarding the handling of non-routine reporting transactions.
Responds to inquiries from the Plant Manager and companywide managers regarding financial results, special reporting requests and the like.
Provide training to new and existing staff as needed.
Maintain subsystems ensuring compliance with reporting requirements.
Monthly departmental reviews with the managers reviewing their departmental spends
The marginal functions of this position have not been included. This job description in no way implies that these are the only duties to be performed. An employee will be required to follow any other job-related duties required by the manager
Provide input as to ways to increase Revenues/Reduce costs as the company continues to grow.
Provide training to employees ensuring they understand the impact they have on the company finances or other areas as needed.
Other duties as assigned
Safety

Completes safety system documentation and verifies compliance to program standards. Reports deviations to the Environmental Health & Safety Manager
Responsible to participate in mandatory safety training program requirements.
Required to report all safety issues, near misses, and injuries.
Quality & Food Safety

Completes quality and food safety system documentation and verifies compliance to program standards. Reports deviations to the Food Safety & Quality Assurance Manager.
Responsible to participate in mandatory food safety and quality training program requirements.
Preserves the integrity of the BRC system through adherence to the policies and procedures outlined in the Quality Policy Manual. Takes actions necessary to resolve food safety and quality system deficiencies.
Required to report food safety and quality system failures and take actions necessary to preserve the BRC system.
Position Requirements
Will hold a BA or BS in Accounting and have experience in a manufacturing environment and cost accounting. Ideally, this individual will have 5-7 years experience with costing, general ledger and operational analyses. In addition, candidates should have:

Proven experience in driving process improvement
Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills
Excellent project management abilities, capable of prioritizing and handling multiple projects simultaneously, under tight time constraints and within budget parameters
Well-developed written and oral presentation skills
Ability to coach and communicate with non-accounting professionals
Ability to collaborate and influence cross-functionally
Demonstrates positive attitude and takes a proactive approach
Sees challenges as opportunities and translates them into actionable tasks
Energized by fast-paced environment
Great relationship management abilities
MS Office and ERP system proficiency required
10% Travel
Wellness Pet Company is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We celebrate diversity and are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, or Veteran status.