Assistant Controller

Assistant Controller

Location: Traverse City, MI, US, 49686 Country/Region: United States Job Function: Finance Employment Type: Salary

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Job Description

As a member of the Traverse City accounting team, the Assistant Controller will be responsible for supporting the Plant Controller with the consolidation of financial metrics, asset management, and data analysis to ensure accurate and timely reporting of key financial information to management.

Responsibilities:

• Consolidation of divisional/business unit financials
• Responsible for financial reporting including analyzing key information for internal and external users
• Assist and monitor in the monthly close, forecast, budget, long-range planning processes
• Analyze and review monthly financial data to ensure the close and forecast process was completed properly
• Review historical monthly income statements and balance sheets to accurately forecast future balances
• Analyze financial data to assist in the preparation of financial deliverables to key members of leadership
• Monitor and support CAPEX and tooling projects to maintain alignment with approved budgets and project objectives
• Partner with the Lear Traverse City team and other key stakeholders to complete an efficient and seamless month-end close process
• Implement and maintain proper internal controls and procedures
• Research and resolve accounting issues with financial and operating departments
• Develop strong relationships with other departments and divisions to effectively complete tasks
• Collaborate closely with cross-function teams, including Maintenance, Sales, Tooling, Production and Engineering to support operational and financial objectives

Your Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or other related fields

3-5 years of accounting or finance experience

Proficient understanding of Microsoft products primarily Excel, Word, and Power Point

Self-motivated individual with a high level of organization and time management when dealing with multiple competing priorities

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively and contribute positively to a team-oriented environment.

Experience utilizing ERP systems, such as SAP, QAD, or similar platforms to support business and financial processes.

Bonus If You Have:

• Experience with HFM / Hyperion Planning / SmartView
• Experience in the Automotive Industry

Equal Opportunity Employer Lear Corporation is committed to fair, merit‑based employment practices and equal opportunity. We provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable law. For assistance during the application process, contact your recruiter directly. Applicants must submit their resume for consideration using our applicant tracking system. Due to the high volume of applications received, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the country where the position is located. Unsolicited resumes from search firms, employment agencies, or similar, will not be paid a fee and will become the property of Lear Corporation.