Business Controller

Job Description

Venteon is currently seeking an experienced Controller to fill an opening with an established global manufacturing company located in Plymouth, Michigan.


Requirements of the Controller

• Bachelor s degree in Accounting or Finance
• CPA or equivalent experience
• MBA is a plus
• Prior experience as Controller or equivalent minimum 3 years
• Familiarity with ERP systems, ideally SAP
• Fundamental understanding of GAAP/IFRS accounting principles
• Strong attention to detail, along with advanced analytical skills
• Must be a self-starter, with excellent interpersonal and communications skills
• Ability to collaborate with various teams across multiple departments

Responsibilities of the Controller

• Monitor profitability across product lines, with a focus on PK control, product master data accuracy, and gross profit performance. Maintain and monitor standard costing system. Prepare product cost bridge.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning processes.
• Ensure accurate product costing and maintain up-to-date financial models.
• Analyze financial results and variances to provide actionable insights to the management team.
• Support scenario modeling and business case development to guide strategic decisions.
• Supervise all accounting functions including accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger maintenance, asset reporting and input of information into computerized accounting systems.
• Prepare financial statements and monthly reporting.
• Collaborate with department heads to monitor performance, ensure business trends are well understood, and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Drive the implementation of corrective action plans to address performance gaps and support continuous improvement.
• Provide financial guidance for strategic initiatives, investments, and cost optimization.
• Collaborate with and support customer center inquiries.
• Provide administrative guidance and direction to the company s IT department for the administration of the company s IT requirements.
• Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting in alignment with group standards and best practices.
• Provide tools and insights to support accurate forecasting and early identification of deviations from plans.
• Identify and implement automation solutions within financial and administrative processes to improve efficiency and reduce manual workload.
• Maintain compliance with internal controls, accounting standards, and corporate policies.
• Support internal and external audits.
• Develop and maintain KPIs and dashboards to monitor and communicate business performance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across financial processes and systems.
• Participate in cross-functional projects, including ERP implementations, M&A activities, and digital transformation initiatives, by providing financial insights and support.

If you are a high performer and would like to work for an equally high performing company and you think the above opportunity is appropriate for you, we invite you to apply to this job and email your resume to View email address on click.appcast.io

We treat all resumes with strict confidentiality. We will always contact you first before submitting your resume to our client(s) for review. If you do not receive correspondence, you are not a fit for this position.

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