<p>Headquartered just north of Nashville, Tennessee, Shoals Technologies Group (Shoals) is a leading electrical balance of systems (EBOS) solar and energy storage solutions provider. Since its founding in 1996, the Company has introduced innovative technologies and systems solutions that allow its customers to substantially increase installation efficiency and safety while improving system performance and reliability. Shoals is a recognized leader in the renewable energy industry, deploying solutions on over 60 GW of solar systems globally.</p> <p>The Company has manufacturing facilities in Tennessee & Alabama, with sales personnel in Spain and Australia servicing Europe, Latin America, Africa, and Asia-Pacific.</p> <p>Shoals sells their solar products principally to engineering, procurement, and construction firms that build solar energy projects. The custom nature of their system solutions and the engineered-to-order development cycle for solar projects typically gives Shoals a 12+ month lead time to quote, engineer, produce, and ship each order, so there is no need to stock large amounts of finished goods.</p> <p>Summary:</p> <p>The Plant Controller will be a crucial member of the finance team responsible for overseeing all financial operations within our plants, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and supporting our manufacturing footprint's financial health and operational efficiency. The Plant Controller will report directly to the Corporate Controller and work closely with plant management to drive financial performance and cost control.</p> <p>Responsibilities:</p> <ul> <li>Financial Reporting: Prepare and present accurate and timely financial reports, including month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities. Ensure compliance with GAAP and company policies. </li><li>Budgeting and Forecasting: Lead the plant's budgeting and forecasting processes. Monitor and analyze financial performance against budgets and forecasts, providing insights and recommendations for improvement. </li><li>Cost Management: Oversee cost accounting activities, including standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory management. Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement cost control measures. </li><li>Operational Support: Collaborate with plant management to support operational decision-making. Provide financial analysis and insights to drive efficiency and profitability. </li><li>Internal Controls: Develop and maintain robust internal controls to safeguard plant assets and ensure compliance with financial regulations. Support internal and external audits. </li><li>Capital Projects: Evaluate and monitor capital expenditures, ensuring alignment with financial goals and return on investment. Prepare financial justifications for capital projects. </li><li>Team Leadership: Lead and develop the plant finance team, fostering a culture of high performance and continuous improvement. Provide mentorship and professional development opportunities for team members. </li><li>Financial Systems: Ensure the effective use of financial systems and tools. Drive process improvements and system enhancements to increase efficiency and accuracy. </li></ul> <p>Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required. CPA or CMA certification preferred. </li><li>Experience: Minimum of 7 years of progressive finance experience, including at least 3 years in a manufacturing environment. Experience in a publicly traded company is highly desirable. </li><li>Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of GAAP, cost accounting, and financial analysis. Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems. </li><li>Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. </li><li>Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to translate financial data into actionable insights and recommendations. </li><li>Integrity: High ethical standards and a commitment to integrity and transparency in financial reporting. </li></ul> <p>Desired Location:</p> <ul> <li>This position is based in the Nashville, Tennessee area with company headquarters in Portland, Tennessee (approximately 35 miles north of downtown Nashville). The preference would be for the successful candidate to relocate to the area, however remote candidates will be considered. </li></ul> <p>Shoals Technologies Group, LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.</p>