Controller II, Business Unit
Carlisle

Carlisle Construction Materials (CCM) offers an engaging role for a Controller who is enthusiastic about operations, with the opportunity to join our team at either of two locations: preferably in Carlisle, PA, or alternatively in Greenville, IL. In the role of a Controller, you will be tasked with delivering accounting and analytical assistance specifically for one of CCM's business units. Key duties will involve detailed analysis of manufacturing operations, assessment of variances and expenditure effects, and collaborating with management to foster ongoing enhancement. This position demands a solid foundation in cost accounting and proficiency in management reporting.

Duties and Responsibilities:

* Complete/Present monthly financial analysis package detailing financial results and noting trends.
* Prepare other cost-related reporting and analysis including sales and profitability analysis, monthly sales and earnings forecast, and various manufacturing reports.
* Partner with management in driving improvement projects including verification of cost savings estimates.
* Proactive variance analysis and reporting to plant management, as well as continuous review of standard product costs.
* Conduct monthly review meetings with Sales and Production teams
* Work with operations in justification of capital expenditure requests approximating $5 million per year
* Prepare journal entries for month-end closing and supply account reconciliation documentation as required.
* Assist in monthly forecast and annual operating plan.
* Work with external audit in support of year-end reporting and tax package.

Education and Experience:

* Individual must possess a bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
* Individual with post-graduate accreditation or Master's level education preferred

* CPA, CMA, CFA
* MBA or Masters in Accounting or Finance
* Experience with fully integrated ERP system, preferably SAP
* Advanced Excel knowledge and ability to solve mathematical problems
* 5+ years experience involving progressive responsibilities in a manufacturing environment.

Required Knowledge / Skills / Abilities (KSA):

* Ability to analyze performance and convey detail explanations on variances

* Cost center / Profit center
* Plant performance
* Product line / Brand
* Capability to "Bridge" results and explain key drivers
* Communication

* Clear and consistent reporting
* Ability to condense information into key elements and provide insight
* Develop and maintain business partnerships across functional areas
* Collaborative approach to problem solving
* Process Improvements

* Actively look for opportunities to improve
* Shortened or streamlined business process
* Utilization of software solutions to increase accuracy
* Partnering with peers to develop improvement roadmap

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