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Operations Finance Controller at Hoover Treated Wood Products, Inc. – Augusta, Georgia

Hoover Treated Wood Products, Inc.
Augusta, Georgia, CV86+CP, United States
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Job Description: Operations Finance Controller
Job Status: Salary Work Schedule: Mon-Fri
Reports to: VP of Finance FLSA Status: Exempt
Positions Supervised: Asst. Corp Controller Travel Required: 10%

Job Summary:
The Operations Finance Controller oversees the financial operations of Hoover’s network of ten manufacturing plants. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong financial acumen and the ability to manage multiple sites. While a key leader in the finance organization, he or she will be a partner to Hoover’s Vice President of Operations and a principal contributor to the company’s S&OP process. The successful candidate will ensure financial integrity, drive financial performance, and support the business's strategic goals.

Essential Functions/Duties:
  • Oversee the preparation and analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements for all manufacturing plants.
  • Ensure accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting.
  • Ensure accuracy of inventory.
  • Monitor financial performance against budgets and forecasts.
  • Develop and implement financial controls and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies
  • Lead the annual budgeting process for all plants.
  • Lead annual standard setting process for all plants.
  • Develop and maintain financial models for forecasting and long-term planning.
  • Provide variance analysis and identify areas of improvement.
  • Analyze manufacturing costs and recommend cost-saving initiatives.
  • Monitor inventory levels and turnover rates, ensuring optimal inventory management.
  • Implement and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to drive operational efficiency.
  • Apply cost accounting principles to evaluate production costs and profitability.
  • Partner with plant managers, VP Operations, and operations teams to provide financial insights and support decision-making.
  • Participate in strategic planning and capital investment projects.
  • Conduct financial analysis for new business opportunities and expansions
  • Lead and mentor a team of regional operations controllers.
  • Ensure team readiness for NetSuite transition.
  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement and accountability within the finance team.
  • Ensure professional development and training for team members.
  • Ensure compliance with internal controls, corporate policies, and external regulations.
  • Identify and mitigate financial risks associated with manufacturing operations.
  • Develop and maintain strong account reconciliation processes where processes change with the NetSuite launch.
  • Coordinate with internal and external auditors to ensure successful audits.
  • Evaluate and improve financial systems and processes.
  • Implement best practices in financial management across all plants.
  • Leverage technology to enhance financial reporting and analysis.
  • Manage and optimize financial systems, including NetSuite, to ensure accurate and efficient financial data management.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or a related field; MBA or CPA preferred.
  • Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in finance, with at least 5 years in a manufacturing environment.
  • Proven experience managing financial operations across multiple manufacturing locations.
  • Strong knowledge of cost accounting, budgeting, and financial analysis.
  • Experience with NetSuite or similar ERP systems.
  • Demonstrated experience leading teams through complex change.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Company Description: 
Hoover Treated Wood Products, Inc. (HTWP), is the largest producer of fire-retardant treated wood in the world. In business since 1955, HTWP has 10 plants located from coast to coast. HTWP offers a comprehensive compensation package that includes competitive wages, a pension retirement plan, medical, dental, life and disability insurance, paid holidays and vacation. HTWP requires background checks and drug testing.

The company reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements will be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. 

Equal Employment Opportunity:
Hoover Treated Wood Products provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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Augusta, Georgia, CV86+CP, United States
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