Controller I

Management Level: 86 Work Shift: 1ST SHIFT (United States of America) At Tyson Foods, we believe that our team members are the heart of our success. Are you ready to take on a dynamic role where you can make a significant impact? Join Our Team in the Prepared Foods Division as a Controller! Setting the table for your success : At Tyson Foods, our team members’ health and wellness is very important to us. We believe in helping our team members thrive inside and outside of the workplace. That’s why we’re committed to providing a holistic benefits package that provides support for you and your family. This facility is part of our Prepared Foods business unit. The Controller I will be responsible for the financial planning, analysis and reporting functions of the plant-manufacturing unit. This individual will manage the plant accounting staff performing the local accounting functions including production accounting and payroll. This role will also handle the preparation of the weekly forecast of plant operating variances, set policies, establish guidelines, and lead the budgeting process. A strong understanding of and collaboration with plant operations on continuous improvements activities to improve the total cost of operations will be a part of this role as well. 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 manufacturing 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 new product development and 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: Lead the preparation of the Annual Operating Plan (AOP), Long Range Plan (LRP), and other performance projections. Develop and implement key controls for SOX compliance. 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 food industry. Experience: 4+ years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment with an understanding of standard cost and variance reporting required; within a food manufacturing facility preferred. Communication skills : Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills. Computer skills : Advanced PC skills (SAP, Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint). Special Skills: Knowledgeable in the areas of GAAP, Cost Accounting, Fixed Assets, General Ledger Accounting, Payroll, and SOX. Understand the dynamics of procurement, production and finished good delivery, the interdependencies of these activities and how they impact profitability. Requires knowledge of cost accounting practices and theories. Strong leadership skills of team members; critical thinking skills. Must reside in the United States to be considered. Sponsorship is not available. Please attach a resume to be considered Internal disqualifiers are the following: Must not have 4 or more attendance points for locations on an 8 point policy (on application date) No written warning in the past six (6) months No suspension on record for the last 12 months Internal Management & Management Support Applicants: Automatic notification to your current manager will be initiated upon selection for interview. This applies to all candidates who are level 79 or above. All professional team members are expected to demonstrate responsible use of approved AI tools, including safeguarding sensitive information, adhering to company policies, and validating AI-generated outputs. Individual Contributors should demonstrate the ability to integrate AI into daily work, improve efficiency through AI-enabled solutions, evaluate outputs critically, and apply professional judgment when using AI. People Leaders should demonstrate the ability to drive responsible AI adoption, enable effective use of approved solutions, identify opportunities to improve team performance through AI, and ensure accountability for the quality and accuracy of AI-supported outcomes. Relocation Assistance Eligible: Yes Referral Payout Eligible: No 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. 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. 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. CCPA Notice. If you are a California resident, and would like to learn more about what categories of personal information we collect when you apply for this job, and how we may use that information, please read our CCPA Job Applicant Notice at Collection, click here .