We are looking for a detail-oriented Plant Controller to join a dynamic manufacturing team in Coldwater, Michigan. This role requires someone with a strong background in cost accounting and financial analysis, who thrives in a hands-on environment and enjoys collaborating with production teams. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing financial operations and ensuring accuracy in reporting and budgeting.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee product costing and perform thorough cost analyses to support financial decision-making.<br>• Manage physical inventory processes, including accounting and reconciling raw materials, finished goods, and work-in-progress.<br>• Conduct audits and evaluate internal controls to ensure compliance and assist with audits across other locations as needed.<br>• Analyze and report variances, investigating anomalies in purchase price, efficiency, usage, and utilization.<br>• Participate in budgeting and forecasting activities to support both local and divisional financial planning.<br>• Maintain accuracy in the general ledger by preparing monthly account reconciliations and resolving discrepancies promptly.
<p>Position Summary</p><p>The Site Controller reports directly to the Vice President, Global Operations Controller and is a key member of the Finance team. This role is responsible for leading finance operations for two manufacturing sites and serves as a strategic business partner to the Site Directors and local leadership teams.</p><p>The Site Controller will drive the annual operating plan, deliver value-added financial analysis, and support operational decision-making that improves profitability, cash flow, and return on investment. Success in this role requires leading with integrity, urgency, and accountability, while effectively managing both self and others in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.</p><p>This position is ideal for a creative, collaborative leader who challenges the status quo, brings innovative ideas forward, and influences outcomes across the organization. All responsibilities are performed in alignment with companies' principles of continuous improvement, customer-driven innovation, and a win-first culture, while consistently meeting financial and operational performance metrics.</p><p>Principal Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Prepare and review financial statements in compliance with US GAAP</li><li>Create, analyze, and interpret financial information and performance metrics to support business decision-making</li><li>Administer the monthly close process, with a focus on streamlining processes, improving efficiency, and driving automation</li><li>Provide spend reporting and partner with Operations to ensure planned spend does not exceed commitments, while proactively identifying cost improvement opportunities</li><li>Perform detailed inventory analytics, including valuation, turns, and excess/obsolete inventory analysis</li><li>Partner with Site Directors and local leadership teams to evaluate optimal deployment of capital and resources to drive growth and maximize ROI</li><li>Conduct periodic reviews of labor and overhead rates to ensure accuracy for inventory valuation and customer quoting</li><li>Provide cross-functional financial support for S&OP processes</li><li>Serve as the primary liaison with external auditors, coordinating and managing site-level audit requests</li><li>Oversee the site fixed asset system, including capitalization, depreciation, and physical inventories</li><li>Administer Continuous Improvement Program cost savings tracking and analytics</li><li>Support financial analysis of commercial opportunities to ensure profitable growth</li><li>Develop and deliver daily, weekly, and monthly KPI reporting</li><li>Maintain a strong cash flow and working capital optimization mindset, identifying opportunities for improvement</li><li>Prepare weekly flash reporting</li><li>Lead annual budget development and ongoing monthly forecasting processes</li><li>Evaluate, document, implement, and maintain internal controls to mitigate financial and operational risks</li><li>Perform customer- and product-level profitability analysis</li><li>Perform other duties or special projects as assigned</li></ul>
We are looking for an experienced Controller to oversee key financial operations, including accounting, payroll, and claims processing, at our healthcare organization in Battle Creek, Michigan. This role involves producing accurate financial reports, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with internal controls and government standards. The ideal candidate will bring a collaborative mindset, strong analytical skills, and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality and operational excellence.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee general accounting functions, including accounts payable, payroll, and claims processing, to ensure accuracy and efficiency.<br>• Prepare and deliver monthly financial reports that meet government reporting standards and cost reporting requirements for healthcare programs, contracts, and grants.<br>• Collaborate with the Finance and Leadership Teams to enhance financial understanding and monitor organizational performance.<br>• Develop and manage the annual budget while implementing effective internal controls to safeguard assets.<br>• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and problem-solving activities to support organizational goals.<br>• Maintain strict confidentiality and adhere to federal and state privacy guidelines in all financial operations.<br>• Apply knowledge of relevant regulatory standards to ensure compliance in financial processes.<br>• Foster a collaborative and team-oriented work environment to promote effective communication and productivity.<br>• Perform additional duties as required to support the financial health of the organization.