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.