Assistant Plant Controller - Finance
Jostens
JOB TITLE: Assistant Plant Controller
LOCATION: Shelbyville/Remote - Hybrid
JOB FAMILY: Finance
TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Plant Controller
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OR PURPOSE OF JOB:
The Assistant Plant Controller role ensures that plant financial information is accurate and timely, that reports are consistent with general accounting principles, and that transactions are compliant with internal and external controls, including SOX. Incumbent participates in the plant department budgeting process, including efficiency monitoring.
RESPONSIBILITIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Item
Responsibility/Function
%Time
1
Ensure all transactions are fiscally responsible and comply with all company and local/state/federal regulations
40%
2
Month-end/Quarter-end/Year-end entries and compliance reporting
20%
3
Develop annual plan and quarterly forecasts
20%
4
Management reporting on financial results and balance sheet support
15%
5
Manage site expenses, wires and inter-co charges
10%
SUPERVISION OF OTHERS:
Number of people DIRECTLY supervised
Title(s) or Grade Level(s) of direct report(s)
1
Hourly, LG 6 & 7. 1 Salaried Exempt NUSL6
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES – In any job with supervisory responsibilities, the following are an explicit part of the incumbent’s responsibilities and essential functions:
+ Participate in decisions related to the selection, promotion, transfer, pay and discipline of assigned personnel.
+ Clearly communicate job duties and responsibilities to enable individuals to proceed with certainty in the performance of their positions.
+ Monitor the work performance of assigned personnel on a continual basis; conduct effective performance reviews; take corrective action whenever necessary and, where necessary, work with HR Generalists to establish performance improvement plans.
+ Support the development of assigned personnel’s skills and abilities, and demonstrate by personal example the desired standards of conduct (Jostens values) and work performance.
+ Identify and resolve skill gaps and succession issues.
+ Administer Company policies regarding discipline, absenteeism, etc., in a fair and equitable manner, and fully document all incidents and actions taken.
+ Involve assigned HR Generalist on compliance issues such as pay equity, equal opportunity in hiring and promotions, and proper procedures for hiring, terminations, lay-offs, etc.
JOB REQUIREMENTS/SPECIFICATIONS: Note that (i) computer literacy and working-level skill with the basic MS Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Explorer), (ii) good verbal and written communication skills, (iii) good interpersonal skills, and (iv) the ability to work well both individually and in a team environment are default requirements for all Jostens exempt and salaried nonexempt employees.
Required:
+ Financial accounting degree from accredited four-year institution
+ 3-5 years of accounting experience
+ Strong communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work effectively with all levels in the organization
+ Excellent mathematical and analytical abilities
+ Ability to maintain accurate and detailed records
+ Ability to meet deadlines, handle confidential data appropriately, and deal with multiple projects
+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Access, and Accounting tools
Preferred:
+ Management/Supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment
Typical/expected % of overnight travel: up to 10%
CONTACTS AND COMMUNICATIONS: Internal: All levels of plant management
External: Vendors and suppliers; some potential for customer contact
PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS OF JOB:
☒ Job is typically performed in a normal office environment or its equivalent.
☒ Extended hours may be required, in some cases with little or no advance notice.
O = Occasional, less than 1 time per week F = Frequent, from 1/3 to 2/3s of the time
S = Some, less than 1/3 of the time C = Consistent, more than 2/3s of the time
Blank = not required
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
O
S
F
C
ENVIRONMENTAL
REQUIREMENTS
O
S
F
C
Sitting
X
Works alone
X
Standing
X
Works with others
X
Walking
X
Customer contact
X
Lifting
X
Shift work
X
Carrying
X
Extended day
X
Pushing
X
Cold
X
Bending at waist
X
Heat
X
Twisting upper body
X
Temperature changes
X
Climbing
X
Wet
X
Balancing
X
Humid
X
Kneeling
X
Noise
X
Crouching
X
Vibration
X
Crawling
X
Confined area
X
Reaching
X
High places
X
Working with hands
X
Work indoors
X
Working with fingers
X
Work outdoors
X
Talking
X
Mechanical hazards
X
Hearing
X
Electrical hazards
X
Vision acuity - near
X
Explosive materials
X
Vision acuity - far
X
Fumes
X
Depth perception
X
Odors
X
Field of vision
X
Dusts
X
Vision adjustment
X
Mists
X
Color vision
X
Gases
X
Driving
X
Poor ventilation
X
LOVE WHERE YOU WORK:
We care about your health. We offer competitive healthcare (health, dental, vision, coverage) in addition to voluntary benefits including home and car insurance, pet insurance, flexible spending account, amongst many more. We invest in your future. Our 401K plan has immediate vesting, so you can start saving for retirement right away. We believe in flexibility. We provide hybrid work options. We want you to unplug when needed. We believe in taking your time off without guilt and offer accrued paid time off and company paid holidays. We care about your development. We support tuition reimbursement after 6 months of service.
ABOUT US: Jostens leads the student commemoration market and has been serving local communities for over 125 years. We work with thousands of K-12 schools, colleges and universities each year, and have the honor of partnering with beloved sports teams and esteemed organizations across the country. Our iconic products — like yearbooks, letter jackets, class jewelry and championship rings — keep meaningful traditions alive and inspire millions of people to celebrate their unique stories, milestone moments and biggest accomplishments every year. We have 13 first-class facilities across the globe, from North America to the Caribbean. Watch a short video about us here.
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA): Jostens is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. If reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of the position, please reach out to our HR team at recruiter@jostens.com. Jostens is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply. California Privacy Policy: https://www.jostens.com/about/california-employee-privacy-policy
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