Plant Controller

About Us

Anchor Glass Container LLC, headquartered in Tampa, Florida, is a leading North American manufacturer of premium glass containers with five strategically located production facilities throughout the US. Founded in 1983, Anchor serves many of the most iconic and recognizable consumer packaging brands in the beer, beverage, spirits, and food industries. We strive to exceed customer expectations through unrelenting attention to detail. Our work goes beyond glass making—we create enriching experiences for customers and consumers alike. Each solution results from meticulous attention to detail, thanks to our team of experts who prioritize the customer’s best interests. With over 2,000 US-based team members, Anchor Glass offers the size and scale to service all glass packaging needs without the complexity and bureaucracy of larger suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and monitor accounting functions for hourly payroll, accounts payable, customer billings, production, labor reporting, and month-end financial reporting.
• Review reports generated by accounting personnel to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Prepare annual labor, capital, and expense budgets.
• Monitor the plant’s performance against budget, analyze variances, and recommend appropriate actions to process leaders.
• Establish procedures for periodic inventories of all plant assets and ensure records reflect all assets at hand.
• Oversee the month-end closing process to ensure accurate recording of expenses and revenues.
• Evaluate projects in terms of costs and benefits and recommend those offering the highest return on investment.
• Assist department management in developing methods and strategies to control plant expenses and maximize return on investment.
• Facilitate continuous improvement by participating in planning, evaluation, and implementation of cost-saving ideas.
• Develop, train, facilitate, and lead staff to achieve professional growth and maximize contributions.

Requirements

• BS/BA in Accounting; CPA or CMA preferred.
• 4-6 years of experience in a supervisory position.
• Strong communication and facilitation skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong computer skills, including Oracle Enterprise 1, Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint), and Access databases.
• Familiarity with a variety of accounting concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Ability to rely on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Capable of performing a variety of complicated tasks.

Pay

$116,000 - $145,000, based on experience.