Financial Controller

About Justrite Safety Group At Justrite Safety Group, we are more than just a collection of industrial safety companies; we are a dynamic organization dedicated to protecting people, property, and the planet. Our ever-growing portfolio of companies collaborates to deliver advanced industrial safety solutions that set the standard for excellence.

As our business continues to grow, we continue to look for top talent to join our team as we lead the charge in revolutionizing industrial safety, ensuring that every worker returns home safe, every workplace remains secure, and our environment thrives for generations to come. With Justrite Safety Group, safety is not just a priority—it is our passion.

Our Facility Safety division offers a diverse range of facility safety and 5S workplace organization products designed to enhance operational safety and productivity. Our portfolio includes ergonomic matting, safety identification and signage, material handling solutions, facility protection items, and traffic control products. We also provide 5S solutions, such as tool shadow boards, to improve efficiency in lean manufacturing environments. By integrating safety and organization, we empower businesses to protect their employees and optimize operations, resulting in increased productivity and cost savings.

Financial Controller

The Contribution You will bring to this Role:

Reporting directly to the Finance Director EMEA, the Financial Controller will play a pivotal role in the business's operating performance. The position will be responsible for overseeing the Barendrecht (Netherlands) site performance. This includes site financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, compliance and providing strategic advice to plant and BU management on key drivers influencing site performance. The Plant Controller plays a key role in ensuring accurate and timely financial information for decision-making while at the same time driving a controlled environment that ensures integrity. The role is expected to be an active participant in the plant-level leadership team helping to drive improvements in site-level performance.

This role is your gateway to opportunities for advancement, with the potential to grow within the organization in 3-5 years as you make meaningful contributions to our organizational goals.

About the Team:

This is a great chance to work together very closely alongside local management and executive management across a wide variety of responsibilities. As a team leader, this role will guide individuals toward achieving goals and promoting a positive and collaborative team culture. Our finance team is dedicated to providing financial excellence to the business, ensuring the delivery of high-quality reporting and analysis. This role offers the chance to collaborate with some of the best professionals in the field, contributing to the growth and success of a company that is at the forefront of safety solutions.

What You will Do at Justrite:

1. Site Financial Reporting:

Leads financial planning, budgeting and forecasting processes

Prepares and delivers the plant financial forecasts and projections to Plant Leader

Monitors the plant's monthly closing process in conjunction with the Accounting team

Communicates results effectively to management and non-financial personnel

Provides in-depth analysis on variances to plan and forecast with the Site Ops Leader(s) as well as holding leadership accountable to plant budget & forecast

Provides risk analysis for contingency planning

2. Budgeting & Forecasting:

Participates in the development of annual operational objectives for the plant that are aligned with Corporate and the business unit's strategic objectives

Helps update forecast quarterly to provide a real-time assessment of site results and the near-term outlook

Monitors performance against budgets & forecasts, providing insights and recommendations for improvement. Leads proactive development of contingency plans, productivity improvement and corrective actions to ensure facility financial results and shareholder value are optimized

3. Drive Plant Profitability & Productivity:

Leads actions in line with achieving targets, mitigating risk and helping to prioritize resource needs

Leads proactive development of contingency plans, productivity improvement and corrective actions to ensure facility financial results and shareholder value are optimized

Provides insightful and competitive analytics that anticipate change and drive decision-making

Provides investment analysis helping to outline the appropriate return on investment

Educates plant personnel on key performance metrics and ensures those metrics are tracked with high audit standards

4. Compliance & Regulatory Reporting:

Ensures that there is an effective and efficient system of internal controls including data integrity, asset protection, appropriate approval levels, budgeting, financial reporting, information systems and adherence to corporate policies and governmental regulations (GAAP, tax compliance, etc.)

Comfortable working with the tax and corporate accounting teams to support tax filings and our annual corporate audit

5. Internal Controls & Risk Management

Help implement & maintain effective internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure fiscal integrity of our systems and operating results

Identify and mitigate financial risk through proactive analysis and control

6. Cross-Functional Leadership & Team Contribution:

Works across organization boundaries and all levels of the site(s) to achieve plant and BU goals

Supports plant events and leads/participates on teams in the plant (i.e. Kaizens, Green or Black Belt Projects, A3PS, etc…)

Share best practices with other JSG sites, i.e., process improvements, financial modeling and procedure changes.

Aligns teams and resources to solve problems and drive results

Provides support to team members at the plant and is visible on the site floor

Your Skills and Expertise:

To ensure your success from day one in this role, Justrite requires the following qualifications at a minimum:

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Controlling or a related field

>5 Years of progressive experience with a heavy focus on manufacturing experience

Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:

Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial regulations and compliance standards. Demonstrated knowledge of cost accounting principles and drivers of plant variances

Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems (Infor Syteline is a plus)

Strong proficiency in MS Office software, especially in Excel

Excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication skills

Demonstrated leadership and team management abilities

Compensation:

The position offers a competitive base salary, a company lease car and bonus scheme participation.

Actual salaries will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. Additionally, employees are eligible for performance-based bonuses tied to business targets, further enhancing their total compensation package.

Benefits:

Justrite Safety Group is offering a competitive benefits package, offering everything you need to support your career and personal well-being. We understand the importance of work-life balance, so we offer flexible hours and remote work options, giving you the freedom to manage your time effectively. These options vary depending on the specific roles and business needs.

Your financial future is secure with our pension scheme, complete with a company match, and you are protected with company-paid long-term disability insurance. To ensure you are at your best, we also offer paid time off, and an employee fitness plan that supports your overall health and happiness. At Justrite, our benefits package is designed to help you thrive both in and out of the workplace.

Why Choose Justrite Safety Group?

As a leading name in the safety industry, Justrite provides a platform where you can collaborate with some of the best professionals in the field, learning from experts and contributing to cutting-edge solutions. The company's commitment to excellence and innovation ensures that you will be part of a team that is making a real impact. With a strong focus on career advancement, Justrite empowers its employees to thrive both personally and professionally, making it an ideal workplace for those looking to grow their careers in a meaningful and rewarding environment.

Join us and be part of a team dedicated to product excellence and making a positive impact in our company, and in our community!

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