Plant Controller, Holland, MI Plant

Here at Kraft Heinz, we grow our people to grow our business, because we believe that great people make great companies. When you join our table, you can expect access to an array of holistic wellness benefits and perks.

About the role

We are seeking qualified candidates to fill the Plant Controller position in the Holland Manufacturing Plant. This position will lead the management, reporting, and planning of the plant's financial and accounting activities. The Controller is responsible for ensuring the integrity of financial records and safeguarding assets, maintaining a strong internal control environment in compliance with Kraft Heinz's policies, GAAP, and Sarbanes-Oxley. This position reports to the Associate Director of Manufacturing Finance and indirectly to the Plant Manager.

Responsibilities

• Report and present the manufacturing operation's financial results, risks, and opportunities to key stakeholders in a timely and accurate manner
• Manage month-end close process within SAP
• Reconcile Plant Balance Sheet accounts
• Manage and maintain the plant financial team on-site
• Provide cost forecasting and analysis, productivity pipeline accuracy, and analysis
• Provide thought leadership and insight on achievement of plant key performance metrics with a strong focus on cost reduction and improved operating efficiencies
• Conduct self-assessment audits and manage all internal/external audits
• Build and maintain financial standards (financial BOMs)
• Identify and initiate process improvements
• Lead corporate initiatives within the plant
• Support Business Unit Finance as required with respect to projects including capital appropriations, new product development, and plant utilization/capacity/asset management issues
• Provide financial support and tools to support the KHMS (Kraft Heinz Management Systems) teams
• Manage and develop direct reports

Requirements

• B.S. in Business or Accounting/Finance
• Strong working knowledge of manufacturing operations, product costing, and systems
• Minimum 6 years of experience in Finance or Accounting Management
• Excellent analytical, leadership, and communication skills
• Orientation towards details and result-driven; proactive and self-starter
• Extensive practical systems knowledge (SAP/Other Costing Systems, advanced Excel)
• Demonstrated Project and Change Management abilities
• Professional accounting designation (CPA, CMA, CGA) and/or MBA in Accounting/Finance would be an asset

Benefits

Benefits begin 30 days after hire for hourly employees and immediately upon hire for salaried employees. Our Total Rewards philosophy provides a meaningful and flexible spectrum of programs that equitably support our diverse workforce and their families.

• Physical Wellbeing: Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments
• Social Wellbeing: Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training
• Emotional Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Program, Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs
• Financial Wellbeing: 401k with 7% matching, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

Pay

New Hire Base Salary Range: $104,200.00 - $130,200.00. This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents. The compensation offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.

Location: Holland Factory