Job Details

Plant Controller ASO- Spiritwood, ND

Position Summary:
The Ag Services and Oilseeds BU Controlling team is seeking a Plant Controller for their North American Oilseeds division. The successful candidate for the position will be a key, highly visible process leader for control activities and cost analysis for one of ADM's largest assets. In this role, you will impact the success of our oilseeds business to drive transparency and cost management. Your analysis will be crucial to driving operational excellence and achieving business objectives. This position offers the opportunity to work in a strong team environment, supporting and connecting Operations, GBS, Procurement, Finance, and Performance Management. The position will report to the BU Controller NA Oilseeds.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in accounting
• 5+ years of relevant prior experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience in continuous improvement methodologies, including Lean, root cause analysis, and process flow mapping preferred
• Strong ability to coach and influence, provide clear expectations and timely direct feedback, both positive and constructive
• Strong analytical abilities, initiative and problem-solving skills. Great attention to detail.
• Strong oral and written communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization
• Self-motivated with the ability to function independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with Hyperion Financial Management (HFM) and large ERP systems a plus
• Ability to travel as needed
• Previous Cost accounting experience is required

Job Responsibilities

• Analyze and explain monthly manufacturing costs and variances and provide financial insights to operations, commercial and finance leaders.
• Review plant costs and allocations to ensure costs are accurately reflected in the correct departments.
• Review and monitor the plant's internal control environment to ensure compliance.
• Assist management with the monitoring and management of metrics and KPIs.
• Provide support and insights into current and forecast cost, as well as anticipate any deviation from the plan.
• Partner with Operations and Performance Management to develop, implement, and track strategies to optimize financial performance, improve cost efficiency and ensure compliance with financial regulations.
• Develop a good business partnering relationship with operations, finance and commercial teams and GBS accounting teams.
• Provide guidance for and review capital spend.
• Regular communication and interaction with various levels of business management.
• Work with Senior Leadership to identify and implement process improvement initiatives, and process efficiencies.
• Facilitate collaboration and education sharing between Oilseeds Plant and Accounting team members.
• Partner with Hyperion Financial Management (HFM) to support the financial reporting process.
• Provide recommendations to solve “pain points” in the process.
• Monitor and control of physical inventory/production and provide support for accounting reconciliation as needed.
• Support Plant Engineering and Department Supervisors on the purchasing process, making sure the PO and Receiving Process are executed in the right period. Monitor goods received not invoiced.
• Support for Internal/External audit process as it pertains to the plant.
• Analyze and monitor Capital Expenditure in accordance with ADM's accounting policy.
• Monitor and ensure accuracy of fixed asset ledger.

Benefits and Perks
Enriching the quality of life for the world begins by taking care of our colleagues. In addition to competitive pay, we support your diverse needs with a comprehensive total rewards package to enhance your well-being, including:

• Physical wellness – medical/Rx, dental, vision and on-site wellness center access or gym reimbursement (as applicable).
• Financial wellness – flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401(k) with matching contributions and cash balance plan, discounted employee stock purchasing program, life insurance, disability, workers' compensation, legal assistance, identity theft protection.
• Mental and social wellness – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) and Colleague Giving Programs (ADM Cares).
• Paid time off including paid holidays.
• Adoption assistance and paid maternity and parental leave.
• Tuition assistance.
• Company-sponsored training and development resources, such as LinkedIn Learning, language training and mentoring programs.

About ADM
At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We're a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world's premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.