JR Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held organization with deep roots in agriculture and agriculture-related businesses. We are truly a 'farm-to-consumer-table' company, with operations spanning all aspects of agriculture, including seed production, livestock, agronomy, fertilizer manufacturing, food processing, product commercial development, and distribution. **Summary** ----------- This role is responsible for leading the plant’s accounting function, ensuring proper collection, analysis, and reporting of financial and operational information. It acts as a strategic partner for plant management, providing advice for decision-making through data analysis and interpretation. Additionally, it ensures compliance with internal controls, supports audits, and optimizes processes. **Key Responsibilities** ------------------------ * Coordinate the preparation of operational and capital plans with plant management, including analysis, interpretation, and justification of costs. * Prepare and consolidate the plant’s annual budget. * Track capital projects and manage the plant’s fixed assets. * Prepare operating cost reports and conduct weekly and monthly variance analyses. * Monitor deviations, support plant managers, and explain variances to local and global leaders. * Ensure accuracy in MRO inventory. * Lead the plant finance team, promoting development and alignment with corporate objectives. * Monitor internal controls, evaluate their effectiveness, and implement improvements to optimize processes and efficiency. * Ensure compliance with accounting policies and corporate standards. * Provide support in internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with accounting policies and corporate standards. * Collaborate with production, quality, and logistics departments to ensure proper cost allocation. **Typical Education** --------------------- * Certified Public Accountant or Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration. **Relevant Experience** ----------------------- * **Minimum 3 years of experience in accounting/finance.** * Experience in manufacturing companies, preferably in food or frozen products. * Knowledge of SAP (preferably). * Excellent verbal and written communication skills. * Proven ability to lead teams and coordinate with multiple departments. **Required Certifications** --------------------------- * Certified Public Accountant **Other Information** --------------------- * **Advanced English (oral and written).** Job Posting ID: 24508 Travel Required: Less than 10% Location(s): GF Mendoza Plant - Lujan de Cuyo Country: Argentina **JR Simplot Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, origin, nationality, age, gender, or any other protected status.**