11 Results for Plant Controller Jobs in Lansing, MI

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Controller

Caledonia, MI
onsite
Temporary / Contract
47.50 - 60.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Divisional/Plant Controller to support financial leadership for a machinery manufacturing operation in Caledonia, Michigan. This Long-term Contract position will oversee core accounting activities, deliver timely and accurate reporting, and provide insight that strengthens operational and financial performance. The role works closely with plant and business leaders to guide planning, improve controls, and support sound decision-making across the organization. Responsibilities: • Direct monthly and annual closing activities to ensure accurate financial statements and dependable reporting timelines. • Administer the general ledger and maintain complete accounting documentation within Sage 500. • Lead the teams responsible for payables, receivables, fixed asset accounting, and credit oversight to support smooth daily operations. • Produce recurring financial packages for the parent organization, including monthly, quarterly, and year-end submissions. • Evaluate profit and loss results, balance sheet activity, labor costs, material usage, and overall business performance to identify trends and risks. • Drive forecasting, annual budget development, and capital planning support to align financial targets with operational needs. • Manage percentage-of-completion accounting and completed contract reporting in accordance with applicable standards. • Support cash planning, tax-related filings, government reporting obligations, and annual audit requirements while reinforcing internal control practices. • Partner with cross-functional leaders on project analysis, sales outlook reviews, expense management, and process improvements that enhance plant performance.
2026-10-30T01:13:44Z

FP&A Manager

Lansing, MI
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
130000.00 - 160000.00 USD / Yearly
Our client, a well-established manufacturing organization, is adding a FP& A Manager to their team. They are going through an exciting period of transformation focused on improving operational performance, strengthening financial results, and creating a more efficient and scalable business. Beyond traditional budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting, this individual will take an active role in identifying cost reduction opportunities, evaluating operational performance, and driving initiatives that improve profitability and efficiency across the organization.The ideal FP& A Manager candidate is a proactive business partner who can connect financial data to operational decisions, influence stakeholders, and help translate strategic objectives into measurable financial outcomes. Cost Optimization & Business Transformation<ul><li>Partner with operations, supply chain, procurement, distribution, and other functional leaders to identify, evaluate, and drive cost savings initiatives across the organization.</li><li>Analyze cost structures, spending trends, and operational performance to uncover opportunities for improved efficiencies and profitability.</li><li>Develop financial models and business cases to evaluate cost reduction opportunities, process improvements, and transformation initiatives.</li><li>Establish financial baselines, track savings initiatives, and measure realized financial impact against established targets.</li><li>Monitor project performance and ensure cost savings initiatives deliver sustainable, measurable results.</li><li>Challenge existing processes and spending practices, providing financial insight and recommendations that support better business decisions.</li><li>Support organizational transformation efforts through financial analysis, scenario modeling, and ongoing performance monitoring.</li></ul>Financial Planning & Analysis<ul><li>Lead the development and execution of budgets, forecasts, and long-range financial plans.</li><li>Provide meaningful financial analysis and reporting to identify trends, variances, risks, and opportunities.</li><li>Develop and maintain financial models to support strategic planning, operational decisions, and profitability improvement initiatives.</li><li>Analyze key financial and operational KPIs, translating complex data into actionable insights for leadership.</li></ul>Operational Business Partnership<ul><li>Build strong relationships with operational leaders, serving as a trusted financial partner and advisor.</li><li>Work closely with manufacturing, supply chain, logistics, and procurement teams to understand operational challenges and identify financial improvement opportunities.</li><li>Help establish and monitor operational KPIs related to productivity, labor efficiency, material costs, overhead absorption, inventory, and distribution expenses.</li><li>Provide financial support for capital investments, resource allocation, and continuous improvement initiatives.</li><li>Communicate financial results and recommendations in a way that drives accountability and action throughout the organization.</li></ul>For immediate consideration call Jimmy Tunney at 517-657-8054.
2026-11-03T13:34:02Z

FP&A Director

Lansing, MI
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
160000.00 - 200000.00 USD / Yearly
Are you a finance leader with deep expertise in manufacturing operations, supply chain, and operational finance? Do you thrive on working alongside operational leaders to understand business drivers, improve performance, and translate data into actionable strategies?We’re partnering with a well-established manufacturing organization to identify a Director of FP& A who brings a strong understanding of how manufacturing businesses operate and how financial performance is driven across the organization. This FP& A Director role is an opportunity for someone who goes beyond traditional FP& A to serve as a trusted business partner to operations and supply chain leadership, connecting operational metrics to financial outcomes and driving informed business decisions. The ideal candidate combines strong financial acumen with hands-on knowledge of manufacturing processes, supply chain dynamics, cost drivers, and operational KPIs. This individual will help leaders identify opportunities to improve efficiency, optimize costs, strengthen profitability, and drive sustainable business performance. What You’ll Do as FP& A Director:<ul><li>Lead financial planning, forecasting, budgeting, and performance analysis with a strong emphasis on manufacturing operations, supply chain, and operational results.</li><li>Partner closely with manufacturing, operations, procurement, and supply chain leaders to understand business performance, identify opportunities, and influence decisions.</li><li>Develop and analyze operational KPIs tied to production efficiency, labor productivity, capacity utilization, inventory, material costs, supply chain performance, and manufacturing profitability.</li><li>Connect operational performance metrics to financial results, providing visibility into cost drivers, margins, productivity, and opportunities for improvement.</li><li>Serve as a trusted financial advisor to operational leaders, building strong relationships and fostering a collaborative, data-driven approach to decision-making.</li><li>Analyze variances to plan, identify root causes of performance gaps, and collaborate with business leaders to develop and execute corrective actions.</li><li>Evaluate manufacturing and supply chain initiatives, capital investments, and process improvements through financial modeling, ROI analysis, and performance measurement.</li><li>Provide financial insights that support production planning, inventory management, sourcing decisions, cost optimization, and operational efficiency.</li><li>Enhance reporting, forecasting, and analytical processes to provide greater visibility into business performance and improve accountability.</li><li>Communicate financial and operational insights to executive leadership, helping translate complex data into clear recommendations and strategic actions.</li></ul>Why Consider This Opportunity?<ul><li>Be a true business partner: Build trusted relationships across manufacturing and supply chain, helping leaders make better, data-driven decisions.</li><li>Join a proven organization: Our recruiting team has a long history of successful placements with this organization and firsthand familiarity with its hiring needs and culture.</li></ul>For immediate consideration call Jimmy Tunney at 517-657-8054.
2026-10-13T21:58:46Z

FP&A Manager

Lansing, MI
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
120000.00 - 160000.00 USD / Yearly
Our client is a scaling manufacturing organization experiencing continued growth and looking to add an FP& A Manager who can help the business make smarter, more informed decisions as it evolves. This is not a traditional FP& A Manager role focused primarily on reporting and budgeting. The ideal candidate will be a strategic financial partner who enjoys building financial models, evaluating investments and initiatives, and helping leadership understand the financial implications of important business decisions. As a FP& A Manager you'll have the opportunity to work closely with executive and operational leaders on growth initiatives, capital investments, process improvements, cost-reduction opportunities and other strategic projects. What You'll Do<ul><li>Lead financial analysis and modeling to support strategic business decisions and growth initiatives.</li><li>Build sophisticated financial models to evaluate investments, projects, operational changes and potential business opportunities.</li><li>Develop ROI, NPV, payback and scenario analyses to assess the financial impact of proposed initiatives.</li><li>Partner with operations, manufacturing, supply chain and leadership to develop business cases and quantify opportunities.</li><li>Analyze the financial impact of capital investments, automation, equipment purchases, capacity expansion and process improvements.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve profitability, reduce costs and optimize the use of company resources.</li><li>Develop and maintain annual budgets, forecasts and long-range financial plans.</li><li>Analyze actual results versus budget and forecast, identifying key drivers and opportunities for improvement.</li><li>Develop financial and operational KPIs that provide leadership with better visibility into business performance.</li><li>Translate complex financial information into clear, actionable recommendations for non-financial leaders.</li><li>Support strategic and transformation projects by providing financial analysis, modeling and decision support.</li><li>Partner with accounting to ensure financial reporting and analysis accurately reflect business performance.</li><li>Continuously improve FP& A processes, reporting tools and analytical capabilities as the organization scales.</li></ul>For immediate consideration call Jimmy Tunney at 517-657-8054.
2026-10-08T12:43:45Z

Finance Manager

Lansing, MI
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
130000.00 - 160000.00 USD / Yearly
Our client is a scaling manufacturing organization experiencing continued growth and looking to add an Finance Manager who can help the business make smarter, more informed decisions as it evolves. This is not a traditional Finance Manager role focused primarily on reporting and budgeting. The ideal candidate will be a strategic financial partner who enjoys building financial models, evaluating investments and initiatives, and helping leadership understand the financial implications of important business decisions. As a Finance Manager you'll have the opportunity to work closely with executive and operational leaders on growth initiatives, capital investments, process improvements, cost-reduction opportunities and other strategic projects. What You'll Do<ul><li>Lead financial analysis and modeling to support strategic business decisions and growth initiatives.</li><li>Build sophisticated financial models to evaluate investments, projects, operational changes and potential business opportunities.</li><li>Develop ROI, NPV, payback and scenario analyses to assess the financial impact of proposed initiatives.</li><li>Partner with operations, manufacturing, supply chain and leadership to develop business cases and quantify opportunities.</li><li>Analyze the financial impact of capital investments, automation, equipment purchases, capacity expansion and process improvements.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve profitability, reduce costs and optimize the use of company resources.</li><li>Develop and maintain annual budgets, forecasts and long-range financial plans.</li><li>Analyze actual results versus budget and forecast, identifying key drivers and opportunities for improvement.</li><li>Develop financial and operational KPIs that provide leadership with better visibility into business performance.</li><li>Translate complex financial information into clear, actionable recommendations for non-financial leaders.</li><li>Support strategic and transformation projects by providing financial analysis, modeling and decision support.</li><li>Partner with accounting to ensure financial reporting and analysis accurately reflect business performance.</li><li>Continuously improve FP& A processes, reporting tools and analytical capabilities as the organization scales.</li></ul>For immediate consideration call Jimmy Tunney at 517-657-8054.
2026-11-03T13:18:37Z

Accounting Manager

Bath, MI
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
130000.00 - 150000.00 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $130,000 - $150,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]. Job Description:<ul><li>Lead the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely, accurate completion.</li><li>Review and approve journal entries, including revenue recognition, lease accounting, accruals, prepaids, and capitalized software.</li><li>Oversee general ledger maintenance and ensure accuracy and completeness of data in the accounting system.</li><li>Review and approve commission calculations for accuracy and capitalization in accordance with ASC 340.</li><li>Ensure revenue is recognized in compliance with US GAAP (ASC 606), including contract review and oversight of system updates (RightRev).</li><li>Review and approve payroll, commissions, bonus, and other compensation</li><li>Review and approve vendor check and electronic payments</li><li>Manage the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and the monthly financial package for senior leadership.</li><li>Monitor and analyze operating results; investigate and present variance explanations to management.</li><li>Develop and maintain key SaaS performance metrics, providing actionable insights on the financial condition of the company.</li><li>Ensure all financial reporting deadlines are consistently met.</li><li>Oversee balance sheet account reconciliations, including daily bank reconciliations and subledger-to-GL reconciliations.</li><li>Review and approve reconciliations prepared by the team; resolve discrepancies and enforce internal controls.</li><li>Ensure account coding accuracy and completeness in line with budget.</li><li>Manage the annual financial statement audit; serve as the primary contact for third-party auditors, overseeing preparation of financial statements, footnotes, and audit schedules.</li><li>Ensure compliance with US GAAP reporting requirements and respond to auditor inquiries.</li><li>Oversee compliance with local, state, and federal tax and regulatory filing requirements; stay current with changes in tax laws and assess their impact on the company.</li><li>Identify and implement opportunities to streamline and automate accounting processes, reducing manual effort and improving accuracy.</li><li>Evaluate and incorporate AI-powered tools to enhance financial reporting, reconciliation, variance analysis, and close processes.</li><li>Champion the use of AI assistants and automation platforms to improve team efficiency and scalability.</li><li>Participate in ERP implementations via design, testing, and data conversion validation</li><li>Mentor and develop accounting staff, providing guidance on technical accounting matters and supporting professional growth.</li><li>Build strong cross-functional relationships with internal stakeholders across finance, operations, and sales.</li><li>Serve as a subject matter expert on US GAAP and SaaS accounting matters, advising internal teams as needed.</li></ul>
2026-10-22T16:23:44Z

Technical Accounting Manager

Lansing, MI
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
100000.00 - 135000.00 USD / Yearly
Are you a technical accounting professional who enjoys navigating complex accounting issues, developing solutions and translating technical guidance into practical business processes? This is an opportunity to join a global organization in a highly visible role, providing technical accounting expertise while influencing accounting policies, processes and financial reporting practices across the business. The Technical Accounting Manager will play a key role in researching complex accounting matters, authoring technical accounting white papers and developing and implementing accounting guidance across a global organization. This position will partner with accounting, finance and operational leaders to ensure consistent application of accounting standards while supporting new business initiatives and evolving reporting requirements. Technical Accounting Manager - Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Research, interpret and evaluate complex accounting matters under US GAAP, including emerging accounting standards and their potential impact on the organization.</li><li>Author technical accounting white papers, position papers and memorandums documenting accounting conclusions, supporting analysis and recommended treatment.</li><li>Develop, implement and communicate new accounting policies, procedures and process guidance to ensure consistent application across global business units.</li><li>Lead the assessment and implementation of new accounting standards, including evaluating financial reporting implications, identifying process changes and coordinating implementation efforts.</li><li>Serve as a subject matter expert on complex accounting issues, providing guidance and recommendations to accounting leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.</li><li>Partner with global finance and accounting teams to translate technical accounting conclusions into practical, sustainable processes and internal controls.</li><li>Evaluate existing accounting policies and procedures, identifying opportunities to improve consistency, strengthen controls and streamline processes.</li><li>Collaborate with external auditors and internal stakeholders on complex accounting matters, supporting technical discussions and ensuring appropriate documentation of accounting positions.</li><li>Monitor emerging accounting guidance and regulatory developments, proactively assessing their implications for the business.</li><li>Support acquisitions, business transformations, new transactions and other strategic initiatives requiring technical accounting expertise.</li></ul>The ideal candidate is a technically strong accounting professional who combines exceptional research and writing skills with the ability to drive implementation. They are comfortable navigating ambiguity, evaluating complex accounting scenarios and developing well-supported accounting conclusions. Equally important, they enjoy taking those conclusions beyond the white paper by building practical guidance, influencing stakeholders and driving consistent adoption across a global organization. This is an opportunity for someone who wants to move beyond researching accounting standards and play a meaningful role in shaping how a global organization applies them. For immediate consideration call Jimmy Tunney at 517-657-8054.
2026-10-01T20:33:45Z

Accounting Manager

Davisburg, MI
remote
Temporary / Contract
43.54 - 50.41 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager Contractor to support an engagement in Davisburg, Michigan. This role is ideal for a hands-on accountant who can dive into the general ledger, assess the accuracy of financial data, and strengthen reporting practices through careful analysis. The selected candidate will review key account balances, resolve discrepancies, and help improve the processes and controls that support reliable financial reporting. This is a Contract position. This role requires onsite attendance in Davisburg, MI one day per week. The day-to-day responsibilities include: • Examine balance sheet and income statement activity to confirm accuracy and identify inconsistencies requiring follow-up.• Work directly within QuickBooks Online to analyze general ledger transactions, trace account activity, and resolve problem areas.• Perform detailed account reconciliations and prepare adjusting journal entries to correct accounting issues.• Support month-end close activities by validating balances, reviewing financial results, and ensuring records are complete.• Investigate the root causes of accounting errors and recommend practical steps to reduce future discrepancies.• Evaluate existing accounting workflows and strengthen internal controls that improve the quality of financial reporting.• Partner with stakeholders to explain findings, document corrections, and maintain clear accounting support schedules.
2026-10-27T14:13:43Z

FP& A Manager

Ann Arbor, MI
remote
Temporary / Contract
47.50 - 55.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an FP& A Manager to support financial planning activities for a transport organization in Ann Arbor, Michigan. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for a detail-oriented finance specialist who can translate changing business conditions into reliable forecasts, practical models, and clear recommendations. The role works closely with operational leaders to evaluate performance, assess future scenarios, and maintain visibility into cash needs and financial outlook. Responsibilities: • Partner with leaders across business units each month to gather updated assumptions and develop forward-looking financial projections for the remainder of the year. • Review actual results against plan and forecast, investigate key drivers of variance, and explain findings to support decision-making. • Maintain forecasting tools and planning systems by entering revised projections and refreshing cash runway and broader financial outlook data. • Build flexible financial models to evaluate cash usage, revenue possibilities, and the impact of emerging commercial opportunities. • Conduct ad hoc analysis with limited initial information, including scenario modeling for potential new sites or business initiatives. • Prepare clear financial summaries and insights that help stakeholders understand risks, trends, and performance expectations. • Support budgeting and ongoing planning activities by improving assumptions, testing scenarios, and refining forecast accuracy. • Contribute to finance operations within a lean team environment, bringing sound judgment on topics such as leases, debt, and overall funding considerations.
2026-11-03T17:04:11Z

Tax Manager - Public

Grand Rapids Nt, MI
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
90000.00 - 130000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Tax Manager to join our team in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented individual with a strong background in individual tax preparation and a proven ability to handle complex tax scenarios, including business, trust, estate, and nonprofit returns. You will play a key role in managing client engagements, guiding tax planning and research efforts, and mentoring entry-level staff and interns. Responsibilities: • Prepare and review individual federal and state income tax returns with precision and efficiency. • Conduct in-depth tax research and draft comprehensive memoranda and client correspondence. • Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring compliance with all tax regulations and providing expert advice. • Supervise and mentor staff and seasonal interns, reviewing their work and offering constructive feedback. • Manage federal, state, and local tax audits, addressing notices and resolving issues effectively. • Oversee multiple client portfolios, ensuring budgets and production goals are met. • Collaborate on tax planning strategies to optimize client outcomes and minimize liabilities. • Utilize tax software such as CCH ProSystem fx and QuickBooks to streamline processes and ensure accuracy. • Monitor industry developments to stay informed of changes in tax laws and regulations. • Coordinate with internal teams to ensure seamless workflow and client satisfaction.
2026-10-09T14:18:43Z

Trust & Estate Tax Manager - Public

Grand Rapids, MI
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
120000.00 - 160000.00 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an accomplished Trust & Estate Tax Manager to support a growing public accounting practice in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This position focuses on advising high-net-worth individuals, families, fiduciaries, and related entities on complex tax matters involving trusts, estates, gifts, and individual income tax. The role offers the opportunity to lead sophisticated engagements, strengthen client relationships, and guide team members in delivering accurate, timely, and strategic tax services. Responsibilities: • Lead fiduciary, estate, gift, and individual tax engagements from initial planning through final submission, ensuring work is completed accurately and on schedule. • Examine complex federal, state, and local filings, including trust, estate, and gift tax returns, and confirm compliance with current tax rules. • Counsel clients on matters involving fiduciary taxation, wealth transfer planning, charitable strategies, and estate administration considerations. • Investigate technical tax questions related to trusts, estates, and privately held entities, and develop practical recommendations for resolution. • Partner with colleagues across office locations and service areas to provide a consistent, high-quality client experience. • Oversee staff assignments, review completed work, and provide coaching that supports technical growth and career development. • Direct engagement workflow by managing timelines, budgets, staffing needs, and overall project execution. • Identify planning opportunities that may reduce tax exposure and help clients respond effectively to evolving tax legislation. • Contribute to business development efforts by expanding client relationships, recognizing additional service opportunities, and supporting practice growth. • Promote adherence to industry standards, regulatory requirements, and internal quality expectations in all client engagements.
2026-10-22T20:18:45Z

11 results for Plant Controller in Lansing, MI