Plant Controller

The Company

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation is a thriving, values-driven company focused on doing the right things. We’re a fast growing, publicly traded company (NYSE: ZWS), with an enduring reputation for integrity, giving back, and providing an engaging, inclusive environment where careers flourish and grow.

Named by Newsweek as One of America’s Most Responsible Companies and an Energage USA Top Workplace, at Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation, we never forget that our people are at the center of what makes us successful. They are the driving force behind our superior quality, product ingenuity, and exceptional customer experience. Our commitment to our people and their professional development is a recipe for success that has fueled our growth for over 100 years, as one of today’s leading international suppliers of plumbing and water delivery solutions.

Headquartered in Milwaukee, WI, Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation employs over 2800 employees worldwide, working from 24 locations across the U.S., China, Canada, Dubai, and Mexico, with sales offices available around the globe. We hope you’ll visit our website and learn more about Zurn Elkay at zurnelkay.com.

If you’re ready to join a company where what you do makes a difference and you have pride in the work you are doing, talk to us about joining the Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation family!

Business Unit

Hadrian is a worldwide supplier of quality toilet partition and locker products. Hadrian was the first manufacturer to powder coat toilet partitions and has continued to embrace new technologies and materials in order to offer architects, designers and end-users more flexibility in design. Hadrian’s wide range of toilet partition products includes; powder coated metal, stainless steel, embossed stainless steel, and solid plastic. Lockers are available in Emperor (corridor), Gladiator (athletic) and replacement front styles.

Position Summary

The Plant Controller is responsible for full cycle accounting, AR, AP and GL closing activities of three divisions. This includes assisting with the preparation of the company's financial reports, reviewing and preparing JE, balance sheet reconciliation, adherence to accounting practices and internal control framework. This position involves supervision over general accounting (AR and AP), fixed asset accounting, cost accounting, financial reporting, and cash management. This role is a Maternity Leave contract and has potential to go beyond the one year contract time.

Accountabilities

MONTH END CLOSING AND REPORTING

• Lead/support month end close process as per corporate calendar and timelines.
• Manages the accumulation and consolidation of all financial data necessary for an accurate accounting of consolidated business results.
• Prepare internal and external financial statements monthly for review by Director of Finance, including analysis of key performance indicators.
• Analyze monthly capital expenditures, inventory, revenue and expenses for accuracy and completeness.
• Completes monthly balance sheet reconciliation and analysis for all balance sheet accounts and entities as per corporate policies.
• Support for interim and year-end audit requests.
• Oversees regulatory reporting, including US and Canadian tax compliance at both the federal and provincial/state levels.
  
  
  

FINANCIAL PLANNING AND ANALYSIS

• Provides management with information vital to the decision-making process. Works with business units as a financial advisor (reviewing cost justifications, assisting with custom financial reports etc.).
• Develops and monitors business performance metrics.
• Develop KPI/Dashboards and Trends to support Business and decision making.
• Analyze Forecast vs Actual vs Budget, provide support to Director of Finance in the monthly forecast process.
  
  
  

CASH MANAGEMENT

• Responsible for reviewing AR and AP transactions including weekly payment runs and initiating EFT and Wire payments,
• Prepare Cash Forecast as per corporate policy.
• Ensure positive pay, review and clearance of exceptions.
  
  
  

RESOURCE PLANNING AND TEAM MANAGEMENT

• Provides effective leadership to employees by monitoring and assessing employee performance and providing feedback, training and coaching.
• Responsible for goals settings, review and 1-1 meetings with the team members.
  
  
  

INTERNAL CONTROLS/ CONTINUOUS IMROVEMENT

• Assesses current accounting operations, offers recommendations for improvement, and implements new processes.
• Implement/ evaluates accounting and internal control in the processes.
• Ensure corporate policies and
  
  
  

MANUFACTURING ACCOUNTING

• Evaluates the effectiveness of accounting software and supporting database, as needed. JD Edwards power user, taking the finance lead in all IT projects/systems upgrades & modifications.
• Ensure standards are updated timely and accurately, responsible for Cost Rolls within JDE.
  
  
  

Skills

• Strong problem identification and problem resolution skills.
• Sound analytical thinking, planning, prioritization, and execution skills.
• Able to build and maintain lasting relationships with other departments, key business partners, and government agencies.
• Strong presentation, reporting and communication skills.
• Must possess an elevated level of moral judgment for handling confidential information and monetary transactions.
• Ability to guide, coach and motivate others in support of organizational vision.
  
  
  

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Problem solving/decision making.
• Results Focus
• Communication
• Leadership
• Customer Focus
• Ability to influence and persuade
• Strategic planning and organizing
  
  
  

Education And Experience Requirements

• Professional Accounting Designation (CPA, CMA, CGA or CA) required.
• 5+ years of progressively senior roles in the manufacturing industry preferred.
• Advanced Excel knowledge and skills, especially related to data extraction, analysis and reporting.
• Proven success in a supervisory, management or leadership role.
• Experience with ERP software, specifically JD Edwards would be an asset.
• Experience with Cost Rolls and Manufacturing Accounting (standard costing)
  
  
  

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Zurn Elkay is an equal opportunity employer who provides an inclusive and diverse work environment. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants upon request at any stage of the recruitment process.