Pyrotechnique by Grucci - Plant Controller - Radford, VA

Fireworks by Grucci is a sixth generation, eleven-time World Record breaking international fireworks entertainment company that has been lighting up the skies since 1850. We have performed firework displays, for many of the world’s notable events such as; Olympics, Presidential Inaugurals; and concerts such as EDC. Located on the Radford Army Ammunition Plant for over twenty-five years, we also partner with the Department of Defense through our sister company Pyrotechnique by Grucci. Not only do we create wonderment in the sky with our precision pyrotechnic performances, but we also support our troops through the manufacturing and distribution of a range of munitions and simulations.
Background: The Plant Controller is a key leader on the plant leadership team. Contributes to all areas of plant management and provide strong financial leadership. The Plant Controller is responsible for planning and coordinating plant budget and business planning activities in alignment with corporate policies and practices. The incumbent will provide financial direction to the plant and provide recommendations to improve site performance.
The ideal candidate will be extremely reliable, detail oriented, and customer service oriented. The ideal candidate will have experience with GAAP accounting, and the monthly financial closing process. Key areas of responsibility will include spend analysis, material & labor variance analysis, forecasting, KPI (key performance indicators) management and reporting, asset safeguarding, and evaluating/tracking job costs.
The candidate will work collaboratively and with a team of skilled professionals in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment, demonstrating precision and expertise while maximizing efficiency and productivity. The position reports to the Controller, and periodic weekend or evening work is expected.
Position Qualifications:

· Bachelors’ degree in Accounting, Finance or related field
· Prior manufacturing company experience
· Manufacturing ETP (enterprise resource planning) experience preferred
· Advanced knowledge of Excel required
· Excellent written and oral communication
· Excellent attention to detail (i.e. payroll)
· High energy and strong curiosity
· Comfortable walking the manufacturing floor daily
· Ability to look for new ways for the company to improve
Additional Highly Desirable Qualifications
· Familiarity with Quickbooks, Concur, Sage 300;
· 5+ years of similar professional experience in an accounting role.

Spend Analysis and Control
· Help investigation in weekly/monthly dashboard of spending, highlighting opportunities for improvement.
Support analysis and commentary of drivers behind variances, month to month vs. prior year, and forecast and budget.
· Review production variances (materials & labor) with management and help drive to root cause – in particular help collection of scrap data by area.
· Collate labor straight time and overtime daily and review with plant management.
· Ensure correct codifications of expenses are in line with company standards.
· Monitors spending on key categories to include maintenance, supplies, and consumables, and support company initiatives to reduce spending.
· As needed, capture relevant material content, scrap, crew size, throughout rates of work centers for use in updating standard

Job Title Plant Controller Job Description Pyrotechnique by Grucci - Plant Controller - Radford, VA Fireworks by Grucci is a sixth generation, eleven-time World Record breaking international fireworks entertainment company that has been lighting up the skies since 1850. We have performed firework displays, for many of the world’s notable events such as; Olympics, Presidential Inaugurals; and concerts such as EDC. Located on the Radford Army Ammunition Plant for over twenty-five years, we also partner with the Department of Defense through our sister company Pyrotechnique by Grucci. Not only do we create wonderment in the sky with our precision pyrotechnic performances, but we also support our troops through the manufacturing and distribution of a range of munitions and simulations. Background: The Plant Controller is a key leader on the plant leadership team. Contributes to all areas of plant management and provide strong financial leadership. The Plant Controller is responsible for planning and coordinating plant budget and business planning activities in alignment with corporate policies and practices. The incumbent will provide financial direction to the plant and provide recommendations to improve site performance. The ideal candidate will be extremely reliable, detail oriented, and customer service oriented. The ideal candidate will have experience with GAAP accounting, and the monthly financial closing process. Key areas of responsibility will include spend analysis, material & labor variance analysis, forecasting, KPI (key performance indicators) management and reporting, asset safeguarding, and evaluating/tracking job costs. The candidate will work collaboratively and with a team of skilled professionals in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment, demonstrating precision and expertise while maximizing efficiency and productivity. The position reports to the Controller, and periodic weekend or evening work is expected. Position Qualifications: · Bachelors’ degree in Accounting, Finance or related field · Prior manufacturing company experience · Manufacturing ETP (enterprise resource planning) experience preferred · Advanced knowledge of Excel required · Excellent written and oral communication · Excellent attention to detail (i.e. payroll) · High energy and strong curiosity · Comfortable walking the manufacturing floor daily · Ability to look for new ways for the company to improve Additional Highly Desirable Qualifications · Familiarity with Quickbooks, Concur, Sage 300; · 5+ years of similar professional experience in an accounting role. Spend Analysis and Control · Help investigation in weekly/monthly dashboard of spending, highlighting opportunities for improvement. Support analysis and commentary of drivers behind variances, month to month vs. prior year, and forecast and budget. · Review production variances (materials & labor) with management and help drive to root cause – in particular help collection of scrap data by area. · Collate labor straight time and overtime daily and review with plant management. · Ensure correct codifications of expenses are in line with company standards. · Monitors spending on key categories to include maintenance, supplies, and consumables, and support company initiatives to reduce spending. · As needed, capture relevant material content, scrap, crew size, throughout rates of work centers for use in updating standard Post Details

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