<p>Our client, a growing manufacturing organization, is seeking a <strong>Controller</strong> who will own the <strong>full P&L for a manufacturing operation</strong> while partnering closely with leadership to drive financial performance and operational insight. This Controller role blends <strong>hands-on plant accounting</strong> with <strong>corporate FP&A responsibilities</strong>, making it ideal for a finance leader who enjoys both operational detail and strategic analysis.</p><p>The Controller will serve as a key business partner to operations, helping leadership understand cost drivers, improve margins, and support data-driven decisions across the organization.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Financial Leadership & P&L Ownership</strong></p><ul><li>Own and manage the <strong>full P&L for the manufacturing operation</strong></li><li>Lead the <strong>monthly close process</strong>, financial reporting, and variance analysis</li><li>Provide clear insight into <strong>revenue, margins, and cost drivers</strong></li><li>Deliver actionable reporting and KPIs to executive leadership</li></ul><p><strong>Cost Accounting & Plant Finance</strong></p><ul><li>Manage and analyze <strong>standard costing and cost accounting systems</strong></li><li>Analyze and report <strong>Purchase Price Variance (PPV), manufacturing variances, and absorption impacts</strong></li><li>Maintain and improve <strong>inventory valuation, costing structures, and product margins</strong></li><li>Partner with operations to evaluate <strong>labor efficiency, material usage, and production costs</strong></li></ul><p><strong>FP&A & Strategic Analysis</strong></p><ul><li>Lead <strong>budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling</strong></li><li>Support operational leaders with <strong>data-driven decision making</strong></li><li>Identify opportunities for <strong>margin improvement and cost optimization</strong></li><li>Evaluate <strong>capital investments, pricing strategies, and ROI on operational initiatives</strong></li></ul><p><strong>Operational Partnership</strong></p><ul><li>Work closely with <strong>plant leadership, supply chain, and procurement</strong></li><li>Translate financial data into operational insights</li><li>Drive <strong>continuous improvement initiatives and cost control measures</strong></li><li>Help build scalable processes to support future growth</li></ul><p>For immediate consideration call Jimmy Tunney at 517-657-8054.</p>
<p><strong>Starting Salary: $130,000 - $150,000</strong></p><p><strong>Location: Hybrid </strong></p><p><br></p><p>Robert Half is partnering with one of their established manufacturing clients on their search for a Corporate Controller to oversee financial operations and reporting for their multiple manufacturing facilities. This role requires strong expertise in cost accounting, financial statement preparation, and compliance with GAAP standards. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the financial health and strategic decision-making of the organization.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage the month-end close process to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.</p><p>• Oversee manufacturing cost accounting processes, including standard cost analysis and variance reporting.</p><p>• Prepare and consolidate financial statements in compliance with GAAP standards.</p><p>• Analyze financial performance and provide insights to support strategic business decisions.</p><p>• Ensure adherence to internal controls and regulatory compliance requirements.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize financial processes and improve operational efficiency.</p><p>• Lead and mentor a team of accounting professionals to achieve departmental goals.</p><p>• Develop and implement policies to enhance financial reporting accuracy and transparency.</p><p>• Support audits by preparing necessary documentation and addressing auditor inquiries.</p><p>• Evaluate and improve cost management strategies to drive profitability.</p>
<p>We are looking for a skilled Divisional/Plant Controller to join our team in central Michigan. In this long-term contract position, you will play a vital role in overseeing financial operations, ensuring accurate reporting, and improving processes to drive efficiency. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with manufacturing teams and contribute to the success of a dynamic plant environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage month-end close processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.</p><p>• Oversee manufacturing cost accounting activities, ensuring proper allocation and tracking of costs.</p><p>• Conduct detailed reviews of balance sheet accounts and profit and loss statements to ensure accuracy.</p><p>• Provide guidance to the cost accounting team, helping them translate technical accounting concepts into actionable insights.</p><p>• Evaluate and improve current accounting processes to optimize efficiency and compliance.</p><p>• Collaborate with corporate shared services to review and finalize financial entries.</p><p>• Analyze transactional-level details to identify discrepancies and ensure proper debit and credit balances.</p><p>• Support efforts to align financial statements and accounts with company standards.</p><p>• Act as a hands-on leader, mentoring and upskilling staff in accounting and financial reporting.</p><p>• Utilize JD Edwards Oracle and consolidation software to manage and report plant financials.</p>