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Grecian Delight | Kronos Foods (“GDK”) stands at the forefront as a premier provider of authentic Greek and Mediterranean cuisine. Our portfolio, featuring gyros, specialty meats, pitas, flatbreads, tzatziki, hummus, spreads, falafel, ready-to-eat and plant-based proteins, along with value-added bakery products, reflects our commitment to quality and authenticity. Serving over 400 foodservice distributors, 30,000 independent and national chain restaurants, and marking our presence in the top 40 U.S. retailers, we continue to enrich dining experiences with the flavors of the Mediterranean.

We are seeking a Plant Controller at our Glendale Heights facility reporting to our Vice President of Financial Planning and Analysis.  As our Plant Controller you will be responsible for working closely with the Operations leadership team to ensure operating efficiency and achievement of key performance indicators that drive plant performance and profitability. This role is a key business partner to our leadership team and, as such, broad business acumen and operational experience is required. This individual is also responsible for the accuracy of the manufacturing facility’s financial statements and preparation of related reporting.  

What you will do…
•    Forecast manufacturing facility financial results monthly
•    Lead annual budgeting process and related ongoing variance analysis
•    Design and implement KPI dashboards; perform monthly variance analysis
•    Prepare and lead monthly presentations of financial results to Corporate Leadership
•    Prepare ROI analyses associated with material capital spending requests
•    Design and implement internal controls and procedures related to inventory management and operational activities. Oversee and maintain the cycle counting program
•    Work with plant leadership team to identify and drive opportunities that will fuel plant growth, efficiency, and profitability
•    Work with managers in understanding, interpreting, and optimizing departmental P&Ls
•    Perform special projects and ad hoc analysis as needed
•    Lead corporate financial audits at the site level
•    Lead end of year inventory and external auditor engagements
•    Lead tax abatement efforts for capital projects
•    Track and maintain tax deductible plant activities, for example R&D and plant trial activities
•    Interpret contracts and terms and conditions to reduce exposure and risk

What you will bring…
•    BA / BS in Accounting or related field
•    5 years’ experience in a plant financial position
•    Proven experience in driving process improvement
•    Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills
•    Excellent project management abilities, capable of prioritizing and handling multiple projects simultaneously, under tight time constraints and within budget parameters
•    Well-developed written and oral presentation skills
•    Ability to coach and communicate with non-accounting professionals
•    Ability to collaborate and influence cross-functionally
•    Energized by fast paced environment
•    Great relationship management abilities
•    MS Office and ERP system proficiency required. IFS experience preferred

As members of the GDK family, we seek individuals who resonate with our vision, mission, and guiding principles. Your alignment with these core values enables us to maintain our legacy of excellence and innovation. We encourage you to embrace our commitment to customer satisfaction, ownership, leadership, and competitive spirit. Together, we will continue to bring the rich flavors of the Mediterranean to the world, fostering a culture of respect, growth, and shared success.

Our Vision: Continue to be the leader in Greek, Mediterranean and inspired world cuisine. We strive to have every table or menu in the world serving up our delicious flavors.

Our Mission: To be top of mind with our customers as the preferred and trusted company of choice, by delivering mutual value, and acting with a sense of urgency.

Our Guiding Principles:
Customer Centricity: Put the customer at the heart of the business
Ownership and Empathy: Act like owners, think like customers
Conscious leadership: Leading with awareness, kindness, and courage
Competitive Spirit: Playing to win

Why work with us…
At Grecian Delight | Kronos Foods, we understand that fulfilling our mission involves a blend of innovation and reverence for tradition—a challenge that demands exceptional dedication from our team. We hold high expectations, but we are equally committed to supporting our employees. This commitment is reflected in our pledge to provide a respectful work environment, fair compensation, and abundant opportunities for professional growth. Our community standards are built on the pillars of equal employment opportunities, respectful dialogue and actions, integrity, and accountability.

What we offer…
•    Highly competitive compensation and bonus programs
•    Medical, Dental and Vision options for you and your family
•    Safe-harbor 401(k) Plan with generous matching and immediate vesting
•    Life, AD&D, Short and Long-term Disability Programs
•    Health, Dependent Care, & Commuter Flexible Spending Accounts
•    Health Savings Account Contributions
•    Additional Voluntary Benefit Programs
•    Paid Vacations and Holidays
•    Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Target Base Salary: $120,000 - $145,000 annually, plus eligibility for a 10 % annual performance bonus.