Controller I, Gainesville, GA

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Management Level:

SUMMARY: The Controller I will be responsible for accounting support to the blend mills and financial planning, analysis and reporting functions to the Tyson Ingredient Solutions Group (ISG) corporate accounting departments.  This individual will manage the mill accounting staff performing the local accounting functions including production accounting, Accounts Payable,  Accounts Receivable, and payroll.  This role will also handle the preparation of the weekly forecast of plant operating variances, set policies, establish guidelines, and assist the budgeting process. The individual will work closely with operations leadership, transportation, sales, plant accounting, and corporate accounting.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage Cost Accounting and Financial Analysis Systems:

• Direct activities related to maintaining cost accounting and financial analysis systems.
• Ensure accuracy in product costs, production costs, and production variances.
• Oversee formal and informal financial accounting and payroll systems, including payroll administration and internal controls.

Financial Reporting and Forecasting:

• Provide direction for internal and external financial reporting and forecasting efforts.
• Supervise reporting and analysis of plant performance, production reporting, and inventory functions.
• Support cost reduction efforts through financial analysis and cost estimates.

Relationship Management:

• Maintain and develop business relationships with various departments including headquarters personnel, maintenance, operations, and engineering.

Operational Support:

• Provide credible and thorough financial analysis to support plant operations.
• Support LEAN and Safety initiatives as appropriate.

Planning and Compliance:

• Assist in the preparation of the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and other performance projections.
• Develop and implement key controls for SOX compliance.

Continuous Improvement:

• Perform periodic reviews of accounting processes and collaborate with team to identify opportunities and implement process efficiency improvements.

Coordinate audits of company accounts and financial transactions to ensure compliance with state and federal requirements.

Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor’s degree required; finance or accounting highly preferred.CMA, MBA, and/or CPA would be a plus. Finance and/or Cost Accounting experience; preferably in the agricultural or food industry.

Experience: 4+ years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing or mill environment with an understanding of standard cost and variance reporting required; within the food and/or feed mill industry preferred.

Computer Skills: Advanced PC skills (Microsoft Excel, Access, Word, and Power BI).

Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communications skills are essential. Special Skills: Analytical and data management skills are essential. Supervisory: This position is responsible for supervising a management support team member. Travel: 1-5 domestic trips per year.

Special Skills: Analytical and data management skills are essential. Knowledgeable in the areas of GAAP, Cost Accounting, Fixed Assets, General Ledger Account, Payroll, and SOX. Strong leadership skills of team members; critical thinking skills.

Work Shift:

For Professional Management levels, internal applicants should either upload a resume to their application OR complete their application fully showing current and past work experience in the sections provided.

The successful candidate(s) must be willing and able to perform the physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Tyson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, national origin, color, religion, age, genetics, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.

We provide our team members and their families with paid time off; 401(k) plans; affordable health, life, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; and more.

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