Controller

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Controller (Corporate and Plant) to oversee and manage financial operations at our clients manufacturing company in Auburn Hills, Michigan. This role requires a meticulous individual with a strong background in financial reporting, budgeting, and cash flow forecasting who is able to oversee and do the accounting and finance for five locations. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of our accounting processes while contributing to the overall financial health of the company.

Responsibilities:

• Perform monthly general ledger closings, ensuring financial data is accurately calculated, posted, and reviewed.

• Analyze financial information related to assets, liabilities, and capital to prepare balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and other reports that summarize the company’s financial position.

• Develop, implement, and oversee control procedures to maintain compliance and operational efficiency.

• Audit contracts, orders, and vouchers while assisting in the preparation of governmental surveys.

• Prepare for annual financial statement audits, ensuring all necessary documentation is in place.

• Assign tasks to team members and review their work for accuracy, adherence to policies, and overall quality.

• Evaluate and standardize accounting procedures to improve efficiency and streamline operations.

• Collaborate with internal project managers to gather data for monthly revenue recognition and accrual reporting.

• Conduct operational surveys to assess organizational needs and recommend system improvements.

• Compile and analyze financial data for use in cash flow forecasting and decision-making.

• CPA is a must have and also a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in financial reporting, reconciliation, budgeting, cash flow forecasting, consolidations, general ledger management, accounts payable/receivable supervision, and job costing.

• Proficiency in accounting software systems

• Strong skills in auditing, budget processes, job costing and cost analysis.

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively while maintaining attention to detail.

Full-time