Controller

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead core accounting activities and provide strong financial oversight for operations in South Lyon, Michigan. This position plays a central role in cost visibility, inventory accuracy, and timely reporting, while working closely with manufacturing, operations, and supply chain stakeholders. The ideal candidate brings a hands-on background in cost accounting and can translate financial data into practical recommendations that support profitability and control.

Responsibilities:
• Direct the month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close cycle to deliver complete and accurate financial results on schedule.
• Supervise general ledger activity by reviewing journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting documentation across key accounts.
• Own product and project cost tracking by evaluating labor, materials, overhead, and related production expenses.
• Assess margin performance, cost fluctuations, and operational trends, then present insights that help leadership make informed decisions.
• Oversee inventory accounting processes, including valuation methods, standard cost maintenance, count procedures, and reserve analysis.
• Review inventory movement and costing records to confirm transactions are reflected correctly in financial statements.
• Reconcile inventory balances regularly and investigate discrepancies by partnering with operational teams to identify root causes.
• Prepare financial statements, management reporting packages, and performance metrics tied to production, inventory, and overall business results.
• Support planning activities by contributing to budgets, forecasts, and cost projections, while also assisting with audits, compliance matters, and internal control improvements.• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a closely related field.
• At least 3 years of progressive accounting experience, including responsibility for leading or guiding accounting processes.
• Demonstrated experience with job costing and inventory accounting in a manufacturing, industrial, construction, distribution, or other project-driven environment.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, cost accounting concepts, financial reporting, and account reconciliation practices.
• Proficiency with ERP platforms such as Oracle, Epicor, Microsoft Dynamics, NetSuite, Plex, or comparable systems.
• Advanced Excel capabilities, including the ability to analyze large data sets and build reporting tools using functions, pivot tables, and related features.
• Effective communication and organizational skills, with the ability to collaborate across operations, production, and leadership teams.
• CPA or CMA designation is preferred, along with exposure to standard costing, work-in-process accounting, audit support, or continuous improvement initiatives.