<p>Plant Controller (Greenfield Manufacturing Plant) — Our Client</p><p><strong>Overview</strong></p><p> Our client, a growing manufacturing organization, is launching a <strong>greenfield plant</strong> and is hiring a <strong>Plant Controller</strong> to help build the finance foundation from the ground up. This is a <strong>high-visibility leadership role</strong> with exposure to senior and executive leadership. The Plant Controller partners closely with the Plant Manager and leadership team, spends time on the plant floor, and helps <strong>develop best practices</strong>, controls, reporting, and dashboarding supported by <strong>strong technology and modern tools</strong>.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead plant financial operations, reporting, controls, and accountability to results.</li><li>Drive annual budget, monthly forecast, and ongoing variance analysis (labor, materials, overhead, productivity).</li><li>Prepare and present daily/weekly/monthly financial reporting and plant KPI dashboards.</li><li>Support month-end close, inventory accounting, cycle counts/physical inventory, and perpetual inventory monitoring.</li><li>Provide financial impact analysis for engineering changes, capital/spend requests, and operational initiatives.</li><li>Partner with operations, supply chain, engineering, and materials teams to support continuous improvement (Kaizen/lean).</li><li>Support A/P, A/R, payroll, and purchasing workflows; strengthen processes as the plant scales.</li><li>Coach, develop, and manage plant accounting/finance staff in a collaborative team environment.</li><li>Perform other duties as needed in a dynamic, fast-paced plant setting.</li></ul><p><strong>Travel</strong></p><p> Minimal travel may be required for training or controllership conferences.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate and confidential consideration please call Jeff Sokolowski directly at (248)365-6131 or apply directly today. </p>
<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>
<p>Our trusted client is looking for an experienced Controller Consultant for a long-term engagement located in Allen Park, Michigan. This position offers the opportunity to oversee critical accounting functions and ensure compliance with financial regulations. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in accounting and demonstrate exceptional organizational and analytical skills.</p><p><br></p><p>The day-to-day responsibilities include: </p><p><br></p><p>• Manage month-end close procedures to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting.</p><p>• Prepare and review journal entries to maintain accurate accounting records.</p><p>• Perform account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies promptly.</p><p>• Oversee accounting operations, including budgeting and financial forecasting.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with sales tax regulations and manage related filings.</p><p>• Develop and implement efficient accounting policies and procedures.</p><p>• Provide financial insights and reports to support strategic decision-making.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams to streamline accounting processes.</p><p>• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of financial records and transactions.</p><p>• Support audits and address inquiries from external stakeholders.</p>