Permanent Plant Controller (Must have Automotive Industry Experience)

Position Overview

Permanent Plant Controller (Must have Automotive Industry Experience). MUST Be US Citizen or GC Holder. Reporting directly to the President/CEO, the Plant Controller serves as the senior financial leader responsible for overseeing all accounting operations and ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting. This role is pivotal in budgeting, cost control, and optimizing financial performance using the SAP ERP system. Working closely with manufacturing and assembly teams, the Controller delivers financial insights that drive efficiency, profitability, and informed decision-making. The position offers a clear path for career advancement into leadership roles such as Director of Finance, VP of Finance, or CFO.

Key Responsibilities

• Provides leadership and daily direction to the Finance Department (Assistant Controller, Accountant, Payroll Administrator, Accounts Payable Administrator(s), and Accounts Receivable Administrator).
• Ensures all accounting transactions are recorded in a timely manner in accordance with GAAP.
• Writes month-end journal entries and accruals.
• Performs month-end accounting functions including balance sheet account reconciliations.
• Acts as the primary interface with Magna on budgets, month-end report outs, and related financial matters.
• Executes the financial aspects of the LM Manufacturing JV Agreement with Magna.
• Collaborates with departments to develop multi-year budgets and quarterly forecasts.
• Coordinates daily and weekly performance updates to internal teams and recommends actions to improve financial performance.
• Balances intercompany accounts and completes weekly cash forecasts.
• Assists with analyzing and evaluating plant operating expenses and supports the year-end closing process.
• Prepares monthly assets performance packages and assists in budget and forecasting efforts.
• Leads internal and external audit procedures, ensuring compliance with Sarbanes Oxley 404.
• Oversees timely completion of scheduled performance reviews for all supervised employees.
• Ensures the Corporate Quarterly Schedules are completed on time and provides monthly Minority spending information.
• Conducts inventory tag control during the annual physical inventory.
• Enforces adherence to company policies, plant standards, and safety rules while promoting a positive, safety-first culture.
• Responds promptly to any reports of injuries, accidents, or unsafe conditions, ensuring a safe work environment.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in accounting, including managing financial summaries, audits, and cost containment systems.
• Minimum of 3 years’ supervisory experience.
• Familiarity with cost accounting methods in a manufacturing environment, particularly with OEM applications.
• Proficiency in SAP ERP, Microsoft Word, Excel, and other finance-related software systems.
• Demonstrated strong leadership, interpersonal, analytical, and project management skills.