Plant Controller (Finance Manager) - (Contract Work Opportunity)

This contract position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will remain open until filled or adjusted based on the volume of applicants.

Join us as we navigate this critical phase in our business, where your expertise and innovative ideas will be crucial in shaping the future as Ball explores various options to enable success. For more, see our Q3 earnings call release here and be a part of an exciting future! These positions may begin as positions payrolled through Manpower on behalf of Ball, but are expected to transition with the new entity either at start or soon thereafter as a part of this groundbreaking initiative.

Purpose:

This contract position manages and coordinates the administrative and financial functions of the plant.  They communicate financial results with their plant any additional stakeholders required.

Duties:
1.    Responsible for maintaining a safe and secure work environment.  This includes correcting unsafe acts/conditions and participating in plant safety meetings and inspections as necessary.    
2.    Provides administration and supervision of the plant accounting function as directed.    
3.    Performs or manages monthly accounting close and communicates results to plant operations team and the POC finance team.    
4.    Performs or manages the metal verification, reconciliation and inventory processes.
5.    Monitors adherence to SOX and internal control policies for all plant functions.
6.    Develops plant spending forecasts for annual operating plans, monthly POV, and additional frequencies as necessary.
7.    Analyzes spending trends to identify and track cost cutting measures.
8.    Participates in the development, documentation, and implementation of standard work processes.
9.    Supports BPNCA Finance and IMS initiatives as directed by management.
10.    May assist in preparation of AFE forms and submits FA-100, 200 and 220 forms as necessary.
11.    Maintains and ensures data integrity in the ERP system through proper item set-up, manufacturing accounting review and issue resolution.
12.    Participates and assists with physical inventories and reconciliation.
13.    Manages the plant payroll process.

Education/Experience Required:
•    Broad training in a related field usually acquired through college or work-related experience
•    Job related experience for 3 year(s) minimum

Required Skills and Knowledge:
•    Working knowledge of business principles, legal practices, accounting practices, budgeting principles, computer information systems and generally accepted managerial practices and procedures.  . 
•    Must be able to handle sensitive related and proprietary information in a confidential manner.
•    Ability to use a computer and productivity software, such as Office. 
•    Ability to demonstrate a growth mindset and resiliency. 

Preferred Qualifications:
•    Experience in a manufacturing environment. 
•    Bachelor Degree in Business Administration, Accounting or Finance 
•    Experience in high growth and startup environments. 
 

Compensation & Benefits

-  Contract Hourly Rate Range: $50.00 - 60.00 per hour (to be determined by the applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as alignment with market data.)
- This role is not considered an employee of Ball and therefore is not benefit eligible.

When submitting your interest in this opportunity, we encourage you to emphasize your skills, experience, and qualifications that align with the role. Under Colorado, California, Connecticut, Minnesota, and Pennsylvania law, you have the right to exclude or redact age-related details—such as your date of birth, school attendance dates, or graduation dates—from your resume, cover letter, CV, or other supporting documents (e.g., transcripts, certificates).

Ball Corporation is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We actively encourage applications from everybody. All qualified job applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, aboriginality, genetic information, ancestry, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, veteran status, age, political affiliation or any other non-merit characteristic.