Assistant Controller

If you want to discover your greatest potential, Saint-Gobain provides one-of-a-kind opportunities for innovative problem solvers. We're one of only two companies in the world that is consistently recognized as both a top Global Employer and a Top 100 Global Innovator, but Saint-Gobain's remarkable story and culture of innovation begins with a team of nearly 200,000 creative, diverse and passionate team members collaborating across the globe. We are committed to our mission to improve lives because, every day, we witness the enormous impact of our efforts on the world around us. Based in our Orange, Connecticut facility, the Assistant Controller will report to the North America Controller and will support, as needed, 5 different sites (Orange, CT - Bristol, RI - Cleveland, OH - Garden Grove, CA - Wayne, NJ). The role will typically involve supporting financial management, accounting, and operations functions within an organization by generation /analyses of financial reports and shop floor reporting. Duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following: Monthly Close Process: Perform journal entries posting, balance sheet reconciliations, Smart View data input and World Class Manufacturing (WCM) data inputs. Reporting & Analysis: Assistant controller conduct financial reporting and analysis to support decision-making. This can include analyzing profitability, cost management, and identifying opportunities for improvement. Budgeting and Forecasting: Assistant controller help in creating budgets and financial forecasts based on historical data and future projections. This involves analyzing trends and variances to provide insights to senior management. Cost Maintenance: Cost roll-up, work order reporting and analysis (method usage variances, PPV, Scrap...), absorption rates, machine hours, run labor reporting and analysis, assist with internal procedures and policies. Support inventory processes: cycle count and physical audits, inventory account reconciliation, inventory reserve maintenance and analysis, inventory slow moving and obsolete. Fixed Asset Maintenance: Maintain a fixed asset roll forward schedule; work with project manager to confirm asset status. Ensure all fixed assets are placed into service timely. Lead fixed asset audits. Internal controls: assist in implementing and monitoring internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with regulations and policies run daily, weekly, and monthly control and audit report. Audit Support: During audits, Assistant controller help gather and prepare documentation, answer auditor inquiries, and ensure audit findings are addressed promptly. A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business or related field of study is required. A Masters degree is preferred. 5+ years experience with cost accounting, financial analysis, effective communication skill is required. 3+ years Accounting / Finance experience in a manufacturing environment is required. 5+ years experience with month end close and balance sheet reconciliations is preferred. 5+ years experience with internal or external audit is preferred. Knowledge of cost accounting principles to monitor and manufacturing cost roll is required. High proficiency in MS Office, particularly with Excel and Powerpoint is required.- Must be able to proficiently manipulate data and conduct analysis within Microsoft Excel, run reports in various software applications and summarize for decision making or official reporting. Proficiency in ERP systems such as QAD or SAP for financial management, including modules for accounting, procurement, and reporting is preferred. Saint-Gobain's innovations touch almost every major industry around the world, moving us forward, making meaningful connections, and inspiring us to go beyond the impossible. Within Mobility, our teams design and engineer critical, high-performance materials and proven solutions - most in challenging conditions and core systems that play an important part of our daily lives - as we drive to work or with family, fly on an airplane to explore the world, process samples for medical research, build a better rocket to go as far as we can in outer space; and dive deep under the sea to power our world. We are driven to collaborate with our customers and communities to improve and engineer the world of tomorrow! Our team members recognize that we all create the environment for people to succeed, with a culture built on respect, open and honest communication, and honoring our commitments to our customers and each other. And at the heart of our culture, we've learned working together makes good ideas, great ones. With a legacy dating back more than 350 years, Saint-Gobain offers employees the stability and security of a leading Global 500 corporation while operating like multiple small and agile start-ups, where entrepreneurial spirit, pioneering teamwork, and bold, forward-thinking ideas pave new paths. Every team member is encouraged to develop and leverage their unique expertise and strengths to make the greatest impact on the company and our end users. At Saint-Gobain, you're empowered and equipped with countless opportunities and resources for professional development. You will find the support you need to create a vision and roadmap for your career, and make that vision a reality. Join Us at Saint-Gobain Mobility.- Together, we'll achieve the impossible!---- - Click here to Explore more opportunities within Saint-Gobain Mobility. ( Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans. Certain states require pay information be provided in job postings. Saint-Gobain aims to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support our employees' wellbeing and help improve daily life for themselves and their families. We believe in the importance of pay transparency in what we offer prospective candidates and provide the national pay range for this position which is $79,500.00 to $123,400.00 per year, however, the base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for an annual bonus. The targeted bonus amount is 10% of base salary based on company and individual performance measures. The Total Target Cash range (base pay and annual bonus) for this position, is $87,400.00 to $135,700.00. Bonus payments are part of variable compensation and by nature can vary based on company and individual performance and is not a guarantee. Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs. Health and Wellbeing - Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work. Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options LiveWell Wellness Program Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave Retirement and Protection - Helping to make the future life you want a reality. 401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP), Cash Balance Pension Plan Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness and Accident Insurance Additional Benefits - Helping shape the experience and impact you want Commuter Benefits Group Legal Identity Theft Protection Auto and Home Insurance Pet Insurance and Discounts Back-up Child & Elder Care PerkSpot Employee Discount Program

Created: 2024-10-29