Job Summary

Position will be responsible for assisting the Controller with the financial evaluation of various strategic and operational initiatives. Responsible for accuracy of the plants financial statements including, valuation of the inventory and cost of production in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. Responsible for monitoring daily operational activities to ensure accuracy of the financial information entered into the local and global ERP Systems. Analyze and interpret information to look for trends to reduce costs and harmonize financial information in the current ERP environment.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the Controller develop the annual plant budget and quarterly forecasts. 1) P&L, EBIT 2) All plant department budgets (headcount and expenses) 3) Plant wide capital budgets.
• Create and maintain analysis of actual monthly plant performance to track and measure financial and operational performance.
• Lead and Develop projects that lead to cost savings through trends seen in the financial information at the facility.
• Create and maintain daily operational and financial information ensuring accuracy of entry into the local ERP system.
• Responsible for presenting data and financial information in a clear and concise manner to management through presentations.
• Responsible for accurate and timely completion of monthly financial close while using innovative methods to streamline and simplify and maintain corporate reporting systems.
• Provides analysis of the plants actual and planned performance to achieve budgeted/forecasted goals.
• Help maintain and introduce Fresenius Kabi standards throughout the Melrose Park facility.
• Helps maintain and create standard costs. 
• Helps maintain internal accounting reports that appraise management of the plants activity.
• Safeguarding plant assets through development and implementation of procedures to ensure that transactions are recorded in accordance with both corporate policy and GAAP.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance required, MBA, CPA, CMA a plus. 
• Requires 5 years’ experience in progressively challenging accounting/finance positions.
• Possesses knowledge of controlling, financial and operational analysis, cost accounting, inventories, GAAP, computer systems and SAP.
• Must be proficient with SAP and Excel as well as knowledgeable in all other Microsoft Office applications. Power BI, Macros, Tableau and other data analysis / visualization software are a plus.
• Must have Experience Managing Capex Projects

Additional Information

We offer an excellent salary and benefits package including medical, dental and vision coverage, as well as life insurance, disability, 401K with company contribution, and wellness program.

Fresenius Kabi is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship, immigration status, disabilities, or protected veteran status.