Assistant Controller

Through our core ingredient platforms that we’re known for globally – cocoa, coffee, dairy, nuts, and spices – we partner with food and beverage manufacturers, retailers, and foodservice operators worldwide to help meet evolving consumer needs. This role is performed on site at a facility that regularly processes peanuts Employees in this position will routinely work in areas where peanuts and related allergens are present and may be exposed by contact or in the air.

Description

ofi is a global leader in food & beverage ingredients and solutions. Through our core ingredient platforms that we’re known for globally – cocoa, coffee, dairy, nuts, and spices – we partner with food and beverage manufacturers, retailers, and foodservice operators worldwide to help meet evolving consumer needs.  

With deep roots in origin countries and close relationships with farmers, we help deliver quality, traceability, transparency, and resilient supply chains. By combining sourcing expertise, market knowledge, innovation, and technical capabilities, we create value for customers while driving positive impact for people and the planet. 

Together, ofi employees advance our Purpose: to be the change for good food and a healthy future. 

Position Summary:

Reporting to the Finance Controller, the Assistant Controller will be responsible for managing and coordinating the monthly closing and related reporting, as well as the forecasting, budgeting, and operational reporting for Olam Peanut Shelling.  The candidate will be charged with challenging the status quo, improving processes, providing accurate and timely information, and helping identify and execute opportunities.

What You’ll Do - Position Responsibilities:  

• Serve as a strategic Business Partner to multiple facilities.
• Produce month end close. Manage and review journal entries, account reconciliations, process order closure and allocations.
• Compile and report quarterly results.
• Review perpetual inventory, physical inventories, and reporting and analysis of variances.
• Provide audit support, both to internal and external auditors.
• Perform cost accounting for process costing including absorption rates, cost estimates, product set-up, activity rates, and SKU profitability.
• Manage the sites financial reporting including but not limited to budgeting, forecasting, operational, Spending and Key Performance Indicators (KPI) Dashboard, and various cost projects.
• Manages parts of the seam interface with SAP.
• Prepares annual property tax returns and reconciles them with the books.
• Assist in Internal Reviews by leading internal monthly meetings with Key Stakeholders.
• Manage new capital project analysis, capital tracking and management.
• Perform sales analysis and reconciliation of Sold Position, absorption of cost drivers, and Exposure report.
• Perform ad hoc analysis and scenario modeling.
• Perform other duties as assigned   

Experience You’ll Bring – Role Requirements:

• CPA required     
• Master’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field required.
• Five (5) years progressive finance experience is required. Candidates substituting experience in lieu of degree must have a minimum of eight (8) years of financial experience, including the five in management.  
• Experience with SAP, Tableau, and other integrated reporting solutions is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills are required.
• Excellent teamwork, relationship building, and coordinative skills are required. Must be able to work with diverse team across geographies.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks accurately and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment is required. 
• This role is performed on site at a facility that regularly processes peanuts Employees in this position will routinely work in areas where peanuts and related allergens are present and may be exposed by contact or in the air. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable qualified individuals to perform the essential functions of the role. 

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. 

ofi provides employees with a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that is designed to support your career, health, and future. Build a Rewarding Career at ofi!    

The pay for this role ranges from 100k-120k annually and is based on position responsibilities and geographic location. Actual pay within this range may be determined based on the candidate's experience, qualifications, and/or other determining factors.  

Performance-based Bonuses: Discretionary bonus rewarding company performance as well as your contributions and impact, for eligible roles. 

Comprehensive & Affordable Benefits: Coverage for you (and your eligible dependents) with plans designed for peace of mind and savings for the future. 

A Culture of Well-being: Paid Volunteer time off, access to events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being for you and your family. 

Family Support: Paid parental leave, Fertility benefits and lactation support, including milk shipping for traveling employees.  

Additional Perks That Make a Difference: 

• Vacation time from Day 1 – Your time off starts accruing immediately, growing with your tenure. 
• Paid Sick Leave –   Rest, recover, and return strong – with paid sick leave on ofi. 
• Company Paid Holidays – ofi values work-life balance and the importance of celebrating life’s special moments. 
• 401K Match on Day 1 – Invest in your future with our competitive retirement savings program. 
• Career Growth and Learning – Join a company committed to developing talent, fostering innovation, and creating meaningful opportunities. 

ofi provides equality of opportunity for all persons with respect to hiring without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation. All employment will be decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us for support at: 

US-Talent.Acquisition@ofi.com

 

At ofi, we celebrate our diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. 

 

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.