Plant Controller, Multi-Site Manufacturing –Tuscola, IL Onsite

Cabot Corporation (NYSE: CBT) is a leading global specialty chemicals and performance materials company headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, USA. Our businesses deliver a broad range of products and solutions to customers in every corner of the globe, serving the transportation, infrastructure, environment and consumer industry sectors. We bring the power of innovative chemistry to solve customers' challenges today while preparing them to meet tomorrow’s needs. Our commitment to innovation is driven by a passion to advance our customers' businesses through our deep understanding of their applications and the global trends that impact their operations. If you do not meet every requirement, or your experience is slightly different that what we have listed, we still encourage you to apply!   Your Role at Cabot: Cabot Corporation is seeking a Plant Controller to join the management team at the Tuscola, IL Cabot manufacturing locations. The Plant Controller oversees the following site responsibilities: Designs, implements and directs financial activities for a complex single site typically set up as a separate legal entity. Advises management in all financial matters. Position may have a focus on Accounting or Financial Planning. Primary responsibility for oversight of day-to-day maintenance of general accounting and/or financial reporting activities at the site. Manages consolidation of global financial account statements; monthly, quarterly and annual closing processes. Position can apply to corporate process managers, such as those with responsibility for external reporting or internal controls. This role is based fully onsite 5 days a week. How You’ll Make an Impact:  Oversees accounting and/or financial analysis activities for a complex site, typically involving local statutory and tax filings. Has responsibility for legal compliance with all external reporting requirements. Manages overall General Ledger transaction activities and related accounting practices as they pertain to the group sub-legers, including accounts payable, receivables, inventories and fixed assets. Ensures accounting records are prepared and kept in accordance with Cabot’s global standards and generally-accepted accounting principles (GAAP). Manages consolidation of global financial account statements for preparation of necessary government filings. Oversees monthly, quarterly and annual closing processes ensuring accuracy, timeliness, compliance and identification of financial/business issues. Oversees development and communication of forecasts, analyses, budgets and other financial information to senior management. Leads analyses to facilitate decisions regarding capital appropriations, expansion, pricing, product line changes, product/profit performance and others. Manages a team of professional accountants and or financial analysts. Effectively practice Performance Based Management by coaching and developing employees, direct as well as matrix reports, and assuring effective alignment with the matrix functions. What You’ll Bring to Cabot: University degree in Accounting/Finance. MBA preferred. 8+ years of experience in accounting/financial management, highly preferably in a manufacturing environment. Experience handling multiple sites is preferred. Expert knowledge of accounting, financial principles and ability to apply in a business setting. Strong knowledge of country statutory and tax accounting and reporting requirements. Ability to make decisions and take initiative in the absence of perfect information. Ability to build trust and gain support of personnel across organization. Ability to monitor and manage the performance and development of finance staff. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written. How We’ll Support Your Success: The pay range for this role is from $120,200 to $174, 300. The actual compensation offered to the successful candidate will depend on the candidate's skill, qualifications, experience and