Plant Controller
The Plant Controller is a key player of the plant leadership team, contributing to all areas of plant management and providing strong financial leadership for business decisions.
The Plant Controller is responsible for both management and financial reporting and business planning activities in alignment with corporate policies and practices.
The incumbent will provide financial direction to the plant management team and provide recommendations to improve site performance.
* Responsible for all general accounting activities related to the plant, setting up accounting processes for the newly acquired plant around Madrid in line with Lifestyles policies and best practices of other Lifestyles plants.
* Responsible for Manufacturing and R&D accounting, financial reporting, and analysis, ensuring the results are a materially correct reflection of plant performance.
* Drive integration of newly acquired plant in Spain into Lifestyles group.
* Drive implementation of the ERP (MS Dynamics 365), data transfer from current ERP (SAP) used during transition period.
* Support the year-end external audit and internal audit process.
* Develop and manage the annual budget and quarterly forecast in coordination with plant management and corporate finance.
* Calculate standard cost per item during budget cycle and for new products during the year.
* Maintain Fixed Asset Register.
* Conduct regular inventory analysis and support efforts to reduce excess and obsolete inventory.
* Prepare business cases for capital expenditure.
* Business Partner to the Plant's General Manager and the Plant Management in identifying efficiency improvement initiatives, cost reduction opportunities, risk analysis, interpretation of financial results, and KPIs.
* Proactively work with regional management to reduce working capital. Focus on reducing inventory levels, bad stock provision, excess, and obsolete items.
* Ensure compliance with corporate policies, local statutory requirements, and US GAAP.
* Ensure all month-end reports regional and corporate reporting are delivered timely and accurately.
* Ensure various general ledger accounts are reconciled and ensure all balances are identifiable and cleared on a timely basis.
* Suggest and implement Lean ideas in financial as well as plant management processes.
Requirements:
* Bachelor's/Master's degree in finance, accounting, economics, or related field.
* 7+ years' experience in a similar role.
* Languages: Fluent in English & Spanish, Italian is a plus.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other financial modeling tools.
* Excellent communication and presentation skills.
* Ability to work independently and as a team member.
* Experience with ERP systems and Business intelligence tools. MS Dynamics 365 is a plus.
* Good planning and organizational skills.
* Experience in handling multiple concurrent tasks and meeting strict deadlines for month close, forecasting, and budgeting cycles.
* Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries from the business.
Associated Behaviors and Attitudes
* Curiosity
* Agility
* Entrepreneurial Spirit
* Being results-oriented
* Ownership of tasks
Job ability to travel approx. 5%.
About the Company
Lifestyle has a history dating back to 1905 when Eric Ansell first started making condoms in Richmond Australia.
Today LifeStyles is a Global leader in the sexual wellness sector, comprising a broad range of condoms, personal lubricants, and other related products and other products in over 60 countries.
The LifeStyles family of brands includes the leading global non-latex condom brand, SKYN, along with local brands such as LifeStyles, Manix, Unimil, and Blowtex.
Outside of branded products, the Company also supports universities, NGOs, and other organizations as part of a broader effort to promote sexual health and prevent the spread of STDs and STIs.
LifeStyles owns and operates manufacturing facilities in both Thailand and India, and it employs over 1,600 teammates globally.
This is an exciting time to join us. We combine century-long history with the opportunity of a new beginning as a stand-alone company - this means a new way of thinking, the opportunity to explore new horizons and the chance to make a mark in an exciting, fresh business.
We are empowered professionals, and we are committed to creating a team of the world's 'best of the best.' Our business foundation is strong, among our values are Integrity and Respect, our people are highly engaged, and we are excited about a new phase in the company history.