Site Controller Job Description

Site Controller Job Description

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Site controller provides lead technical accounting guidance to the business including but not limited to purchase accounting, foreign currency, goodwill/intangibles, share based comp, local GAAP to US GAAP conversion, etc.

Site Controller Duties & Responsibilities

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Sample responsibilities for this position include:

Recording and review of all appropriate entries into the general ledger in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and the maintenance of department and account structure
Complies with United States Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (US GAAP), federal, state and local legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation, anticipating future legislation, and forcing adherence to requirements, filing financial reports, and advising management on needed actions
You maintain templates for forecasts & budgeting reporting processes and you collect data
Manage the financial and tax reporting to Group and to the management of the site and the Business Unit Manage the monthly forecasting process, including presentation to the BU Manage the annual budgeting process
Sponsorship of site SAP activities, especially any impact on reporting (FI/CO)
Sponsorship of site SAP activities, especially any impact on reporting (FI/CO) -end reporting related activities, ensuring timely submission of site results to group and qualitative reporting of variances in the financial result to Group Management
Management of all product costing and inventory valuation processes within SAP in accordance with Group requirements & policies
Performing month-end close process
Preparing monthly reports to Regional accounting office to support corporate accounting process, including Balance Sheet Reconciliation, Bank Reconciliations & Monthly recurring reports
Preparing monthly cash flow forecast for 2 Associations

Site Controller Qualifications

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Licensing or Certifications for Site Controller

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Education for Site Controller

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Employers hiring for the site controller job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as Bachelor's and Master's Degree in Accounting, Finance, MBA, Business, Business/Administration, Economics, Education, Engineering, Finance/Accounting, Management

Skills for Site Controller

Desired skills for site controller include:

SAP
US GAAP
Excel
GAAP
Business Warehouse and Excel
Accounting systems and technology
Generally accepted accounting principles
Budgeting
Cost accounting and inventory accounting systems
English

Desired experience for site controller includes:

Overseeing the monthly inventory functions for the Bar Operations
Partnering with General Manager to prepare and coordinate multiple annual budgets and forecast for the Hotel & corresponding Associations
Obtaining a full understanding of the Internal Audit Standard Operating Procedures
Providing mock audits for Respective sites and provide action plans with recommendations to ensure compliance
Managing process for internal and external auditors
3+ years of hands-on Accounting

Site Controller Examples

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Site Controller Job Description

Job Description Example
Our company is looking to fill the role of site controller. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for site controller
  • Maintenance and conceptual development of the controlling systems SAP and BPC/CPM
  • Assures accounting is in accordance with corporate and US GAAP policies
  • You support the company with relevant financial and other information and you contribute to a better and more efficient decision-making
  • You prepare, deliver and present monthly variance analysis reportings
  • Moreover, you take part in finance projects and you respond to ad-hoc requests
  • You prepare intra-group cost allocations and KPI reports
  • You report directly to the Head of Department Controlling
  • Maintains a high level Operational understanding of the value streams within the site and the financial components of the value streams (Volume, overhead cost, labor cost, standards, yields, productivity, .)
  • Coordinates and leads the preparation of the annual budget process for site including analysis of the variances
  • Manage and forecast project contingency requirements, escalation, Forex, currencies
Qualifications for site controller
  • Minimum 5 years’ Project Administration and Document Control experience
  • Produce oral and written communications which are clear, fluent and concise
  • You have a recognized qualification in the financial area, at least at Bachelor level, and you have initial experience in a similar position
  • You have organizational talent combined with a high service orientation and the ability to work independently and to communicate effectively
  • You approach the finding of solutions in an analytical way
  • You ensure and respect confidentiality, you abide by commitments, you are honest with yourself and others and you act in accordance with company standards
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Site Controller Job Description

Job Description Example
Our growing company is looking to fill the role of site controller. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for site controller
  • Lead the accounting team, manage the general accounting, month-end close and reporting to Group and BU Function
  • Manage general accounting activities and month-end close
  • Supervise the accounting and payroll team (3 people)
  • Deliver financial support to the site operations, including the operational excellence initiatives
  • Enhance and maintain internal control environment and ensure compliance with SOX Manage financial and tax audits and contacts with authorities
  • Be the main financial point of contact at the site for management, Corporate and external stakeholders
  • Prepare statutory accounts, tax statements and other legal requirements
  • Oversees the utilization and practical application of information technology by assuring the company is well equipped with the appropriate hardware and software to meet production and corporate requirements
  • Responsible for establishing and maintaining a prudent internal control environment
  • Trains and develops subordinate staff
Qualifications for site controller
  • You are used to perform under time pressure
  • You work effectively with others to achieve objectives, to solve problems and to bring about win-win situations
  • You ensure effectivity at different tasks and responsibilities and speak fluent German
  • A mature, independent, self-reliant individual able to interface with senior Malaysia and Micron management globally
  • Demonstrated track record of individual contribution and team leadership
  • Minimum 8-10 years in a Finance leadership position in a manufacturing environment, preferably with prior knowledge in dealings with MIDA
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Site Controller Job Description

Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is looking to fill the role of site controller. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for site controller
  • Plan and manage the local audit activity (Fiscal, Group and Statutory)
  • Provide effective site controlling support to all site management activities
  • Alongside the site BSM, manage the annual budgetary process and quarterly SIP/6QRF process, ensuring clarity and accuracy in presentations to Group Management
  • Conduct cost benefit analysis of revenue expenses
  • Maintain and conduct regular site direct / indirect cost forecast
  • Evaluate Impact to financial result ( EBITDA) due to changes in management decisions
  • Prepare , update and implement Site Delegation of Authority covering all aspect of operations
  • By advising the Top Management on how to translate the strategy into measurable long term and yearly objectives
  • By following up that the objectives are achieved
  • By providing recommendation to the operational management on how to reach their objectives
Qualifications for site controller
  • CPA qualification, Masters degree in Accountancy, ACCA, ACMA, and /or MBA
  • Knowledge of financial systems of internal controls (SOX, other)
  • Independent financial analytical ability, ROI and NPV modeling
  • Ability to provide decision support and recommendations, not just data
  • Master in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration
  • Experience in a similar position (preferably in an international and industrial environment)
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Site Controller Job Description

Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is hiring for a site controller. If you are looking for an exciting place to work, please take a look at the list of qualifications below.
Responsibilities for site controller
  • Providing controlling support for the local corporate support functions
  • Lead the financial monitoring of the factory and the implementation / tracking of corrective actions
  • Maintain and facilitate all financial activity for tolled products
  • Work with manufacturing plant operations management in support of a branch or region
  • Perform monthly closing of all Profit and Loss (P&L) activity in the region
  • Analyze information flow and recommend and implement improvements
  • Direct and prioritize the work of shared service administrators, who are responsible for data entry, payroll, accounts payable, purchase orders, Pcard, and are the local human resource contact
  • Prepare budget for the plant
  • Present, explain, and comment on financial results at the branch or region level to area management, including processes and procedures critical to the generation of timely and accurate financial results
  • Research and compile information from various systems and sources and recommend approaches to improve profit to operations personnel, system and control improvements to senior management
Qualifications for site controller
  • Excellent knowledge in statutory accounting, tax, VAT and other legal requirements
  • Strong skills in financial analysis
  • Experience with ERP softwares
  • Exposure to Sarbanes-Oxley and to payroll is an asset
  • Bachelor’s degree (BS) in Finance/Accounting or Business Administration required
  • Minimum 5 years of related
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Site Controller Job Description

Job Description Example
Our growing company is looking for a site controller. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for site controller
  • You support the month end close process in Finance and Accounting
  • You identify the need for adapting controlling services to the customer’s needs systematically and continuously
  • Design of controlling concepts, optimization of current and future controlling tools and methods
  • Responsible for the integrity of division’s financial statements
  • Executes monthly close process
  • Develops quarterly forecasts and annual budgets
  • Plays a critical role in the monthly material planning process
  • Develops formal and ad hoc reports as required by division management in running the business
  • Key Organizational Interfaces
  • Corporate finance and accounting teams
Qualifications for site controller
  • Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
  • Have detailed understanding/experience in SAP modules, especially FI/CO
  • Have sufficient knowledge & experience with above reporting requirements
  • Have the ability to perform accounting work independently without close supervision
  • Have the ability to effectively interact and work with a diverse group of associates
  • Have a sense of urgency and consistently demonstrate a sense of initiate

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