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Assistant Plant Controller

Tenneco -
Burlington, IA

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Job Details

10 days ago

Qualifications

Business financial process improvement
Statistics
Financial forecasting
Cost accounting analysis
Financial close processing
Preparation of internal financial performance reports
Internal controls
Standard costing
Valuation analysis
Financial data reconciliation
Accounts receivable management
Sales analytics & reporting tools
Spreadsheets
Balance sheet
Cycle counting inventory management
Manufacturing budget management
Software implementation
Financial statement analysis
Labor cost analysis
SOX
Bachelor's degree
Financial records management
SAP Finance & Controlling
SOX compliance testing
Compliance documentation
Audit control testing
Financial strategy recommendations
Data-driven problem-solving
Collaboration with manufacturing teams
Financial statement interpretation

Full Job Description

The Assistant Plant Controller plays a key leadership role in the financial management of Tenneco’s Burlington, IA and Cambridge, OH manufacturing facilities. This position supports the Plant Controllers in establishing and maintaining accurate standard costs, budgets, and financial forecasts across both sites. The role is responsible for driving financial integrity, ensuring compliance with corporate financial policies, and providing actionable insights that enable plant management to make informed operational decisions.

The Assistant Plant Controller partners closely with plant leadership and operations teams to analyze variances, support month-end close activities, and lead financial planning processes. This position requires a combination of strong technical accounting knowledge, business acumen, and the ability to communicate financial information effectively at all levels of the organization. The role embodies Tenneco core values of Radical Candor, Tenacious Execution, and Organizational Velocity.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

The following pages describe the skills and requirements needed for the position of Accountant.

Financial Reporting & Analysis

Prepare, analyze, and distribute accurate financial reports including income statements, balance sheets, and operational performance summaries for both Burlington, IA and Cambridge, OH plants
Lead month-end and year-end close processes, including generating inventory entries, reconciling accounts, and performing variance analysis
Develop and present financial commentary to plant leadership, translating complex data into actionable business insights
Prepare statistical and management reports as required to support business decisions and operational planning
Provide timely and accurate sales reports and support ad hoc financial analysis requests from plant and corporate management

Cost Accounting & Standard Costs

Establish, maintain, and update realistic standard costs for both manufacturing sites in accordance with corporate guidelines
Analyze manufacturing variances (material, labor, overhead) and partner with operations to identify root causes and corrective actions
Support annual cost roll and standard cost revision processes, ensuring accuracy and alignment with operational realities
Conduct inventory valuation, cycle count reconciliation, and fixed asset administration

Budgeting & Forecasting

Assist in the development, preparation, and monitoring of annual operating budgets and capital expenditure plans for both plant locations
Prepare monthly financial forecasts and rolling projections, identifying risks and opportunities to plant and corporate management
Support long-range financial planning initiatives and special studies as directed by the Plant Controller or corporate finance

Compliance & Internal Controls

Ensure both Burlington and Cambridge facilities are in compliance with all financial controls, FM policies, and corporate financial policy requirements
Assist with SOX documentation, testing, and remediation activities at both sites
Support internal and external audit activities, providing requested documentation and analysis in a timely manner
Identify opportunities to strengthen internal controls and recommend process improvements

General Accounting & AR/AP

Oversee and support accounts receivable and accounts payable functions, ensuring accurate and timely processing
Perform general ledger maintenance including posting, summarizing, reconciling, and auditing of accounting records
Assist with the implementation and optimization of manufacturing and accounting systems (SAP, Plex, or equivalent ERP)
Manage fixed asset records, including additions, disposals, and depreciation tracking for both plant locations

Multi-Site Support & Leadership

Provide financial support and on-site presence at both Burlington, IA and Cambridge, OH manufacturing facilities, with travel between locations as business needs dictate
Serve as a financial business partner to plant operations leadership, supporting data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives
Coach and develop accounting staff at both sites, fostering a culture of accuracy, accountability, and continuous learning
Support Plant Controller in cross-site financial projects, system implementations, and process standardization efforts
Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related business field required
CPA, CMA, or MBA preferred

EXPERIENCE:

5+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
Prior experience in a plant controller, assistant plant controller, or senior cost accountant role preferred
Experience with SAP, Plex, or similar ERP systems strongly preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced data analysis and modeling

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