Job Title: Plant Controller

Location: Lansing, MI (on-site)

Industry: Defense

Salary: $110,000 - $120,000

Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Summary:

The Plant Controller works with plant and financial management to effectively manage the finances and operations of the plant. This role will lead the financial staff at the plant and is accountable for all financial-related plant-level responsibilities. The position will also collaborate with the CFO on various companywide objectives as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare monthly reports of results, monthly financial and cash flow forecasts, annual operating plan, and strategic planning.
• Analyze and accurately report current month’s financial results in accordance with corporate format and time requirements.
• Work with the Materials team to ensure accuracy of the physical inventory and reported results; investigate and explain large or uncommon adjustments.
• Ensure bill of material and costing accurately reflect production operations on a continual basis.
• Manage defense contract compliance and monthly progress billings.
• Review labor reporting and cost, material costs, manufacturing overhead, distribution cost, returns, and inventory levels.
• Analyze potential excess and obsolete inventory items monthly.
• Reconcile inter-company and balance sheet accounts monthly.
• Analyze internal controls to ensure assets are adequately safeguarded and results are accurately reported.
• Assure adherence to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP). Resolve questions of GAAP and internal controls with the financial leadership.
• Direct and assist in the completion of special projects as needed.
• Attend regular plant production meetings.
• Perform daily walkthroughs of the plant.

Requirements:

• Experience: 3-5 years relevant experience as a plant controller, assistant controller, or other relevant work experience. Defense contracts experience desired, but not required.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
• Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and ERP systems (Plex desired, but not required) and a solid understanding of US GAAP.
• Attributes: Self-starter with excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Superior attention to detail and organizational skills. Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.