Financial Director / Controller - Relocation to Somerset, NC area

Financial Director / Controller

The Controller will:

• Perform job duties in compliance with site safety rules, with the intent of supporting an injury-free work environment. Assist the plant manager with the implementation of the site safety systems. Notify the plant manager of any safety systems malfunctions or violations.
• Demonstrate leadership and commitment to the site quality management system through personal accountability, systems integration, and risk-based thinking.
• Abide by job related procedures, work instructions, and other guidelines designed to help ensure the quality of the finished product.
• Manage the Finance and Accounting activities at the Roxboro site, including budgeting, reporting, auditing, and management of one Assistant Controller
• Oversee working capital management and capital investments
• Drive the areas of forecasting, costing, planning, etc., and work with other members of management to use this information to direct the business
• Develop and perform Ad Hoc reports and use them to analyze production costs vs. sales margins
• Prepare site reports, audits, and act as a partner with Logistics in driving inventory control
• Coordinate budgeting processes, incorporating operational and strategic forecasting
• Direct cost accounting and tax reporting
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in the area of finance, including cost reduction and funding programs
• Prioritize multiple projects, maintain confidentiality, and interface with our Israeli corporate headquarters
• Present reports to the board of directors
• Support team initiatives and training and development programs as a member of the Roxboro site management team

The Controller will have:

• USA Citizenship/Green Card - MUST
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. 3-5 years of accounting experience in a manufacturing environment - MUST
• CPA or professional certifications - MUST
• Familiarity with accounting under US GAAP, IFRS, and cost accounting, and proven skill in working capital management
• Experience working with domestic and foreign banks. Experience with a foreign company is a plus
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects to meet deadlines, often working as a member of a cross-functional team
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Must be able to communicate with all levels of the organization. Must also have advanced skills in Microsoft Excel, and have familiarity with ERP systems
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment