Controller

Position: Controller

Direct, plan and validate all accounting activities to ensure proper reporting of monthly plant financial results. Maintain safeguards to assure the integrity and security of Plant Inventory and Fixed Assets. Analyze plant financial results, while providing recommendations to maintain and improve overall plant performance. Plan and develop plant annual operating budget, quarterly forecasts and monthly flash reports. These reports must be generated in an accurate and timely fashion. Direct and review the annual Standard Cost roll process assuring the product cost results are reasonable. Maintain adequate Internal Controls, support the QAR process and adherence to SOX certification requirements. Direct a staff of 2 or more associates.

Description:

• Direct and validate all accounting activities including labor distribution, inventories, general receipts, scrap, rework, accounts payable, closed order variances, fixed assets transactions and journal entries. (Includes monthly reconciliation of balance sheet accounts.)
• Identify and resolve reporting discrepancies and concerns involving personnel or system processing or plant policies and procedures.
• Analyze monthly plant financial results. Initiate and implement cost reduction recommendations in both product and operations. Explain variances and corrective action taken to eliminate unfavorable variances or maintain favorable variances.
• Review and approve capital expenditure requests. Ensure accuracy of assumptions and accountability for attaining promised results.
• Provide weekly financial flashes with emphasis on action items necessary to keep or bring the facility back on track to meet financial goals.
• Formal four-quarter rolling forecast process is completed and submitted to corporate quarterly. Explain reasoning for significant changes from prior periods.
• Plan and develop the annual plant operating budgets based on current plant capabilities and desired cost, service and quality objectives.
• Manage cycle count programs for all inventory including finished goods.
• Set product cost standards via annual cost roll. Make recommendations and focus plant management on products or product groups that need improvement.
• Direct any special assignments required to enhance plant performance.
• Personal and personnel development of direct reports.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Business Administration. MBA Preferred. 5+ years of practical experience, preferably in a manufacturing operation, with focus in cost accounting.
• Computer skills with knowledge and experience in Microsoft Office software.
• Sound knowledge and understanding of general accounting, cost accounting, purchasing, and payroll policies and procedures.
• Solid manufacturing based financial and operational knowledge.
• Demonstrated skills in operation planning and cost reduction.
• Hands-on and detailed analysis skills.
• A comprehensive understanding and knowledge of a standard cost system and the corresponding budgeting process.
• Excellent analytical and auditing skills. Proficient in verbal and written communications.
• Individual characteristics should include: team oriented, flexible, organized and possesses absolute work ethics and moral values.
• The ability to continually and constructively question and challenge the current practices and processes.
• Competencies should include: Innovation, management practices and leadership skills, judgement, and good initiative.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Elkmont, AL.

The pay range for this position is $110000.00 - $120000.00/yr.

Snap-On Tools offers an excellent benefits package after only 30 days of service to include: Three health insurance plans to choose from, one includes an employer contribution Health Savings Account (HSA) with an employer contribution. Vision and Dental Insurance plans An option for a Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Spending Account (FSA) Company paid life insurance, as well as short and long term disability coverage. Employee assistance program (EAP) Supplemental Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance can be purchased at nominal rates Discounts on travel and company products including tools A tuition reimbursement program A 401K with an employer match/contribution at 3% Paid vacation, plus three days of paid time off for personal days 11 paid holidays A climate-controlled work environment with heating and air conditioning. Plus all of our associates are paid WEEKLY.

This is a fully onsite position in Elkmont,AL.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 24, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.