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Essity · 3 weeks ago

Site Controller

Manchester, CT

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$125K/yr - $145K/yr

5+ years exp

Essity is a global leader in health and hygiene headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden, with a North American headquarters located in Philadelphia, PA. They are seeking a Site Controller to analyze, manage, and report on company costs, supporting decision-making and profitability. The role involves leading cost accounting activities, preparing cost reports, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to identify cost-saving opportunities.

Consumer GoodsHealth CarePersonal HealthWellness

Responsibilities

Business partner and consultant for senior leadership team regarding all financial issues

Lead cost accounting activities including inventory valuation, standard costing, and cost allocations to ensure accuracy and compliance with GAAP

Prepare and analyze monthly cost reports, variance analyses, and profitability statements to support business decisions

Monitor manufacturing, labor, and overhead costs; investigate variances and partner with operations to recommend corrective actions

Develop, implement, and maintain cost accounting systems, procedures, and controls to improve efficiency and transparency

Support budgeting and forecasting by providing cost trend analysis and recommendations

Collaborate with cross-functional teams (finance, operations, supply chain, and production) to identify cost-saving opportunities and process improvements

Conduct product cost analysis to support pricing strategies, margin optimization, and new product development

Reconcile inventory balances, oversee physical counts, and ensure accuracy of raw material, WIP, and finished goods valuations

Prepare cost data and documentation for internal and external audits

Additional responsibilities as required

Qualification

Cost accountingGAAP complianceSage100Financial analysisBudgetingForecastingCommunicationOrganizational skillsProblem-solving skillsStrategic mindsetSelf-starter