Plant Financial Controller - Automotive Manufacturing

Plant Financial Controller – Automotive Manufacturing (Howell, MI)

$125,000 Base + 10% Bonus | Immediate Interview Process | Career Growth Role

We are seeking a hands-on, results-driven Financial Controller to lead all plant-level finance and accounting for a rapidly growing automotive manufacturing facility in Howell, MI. This is a mission-critical opportunity with a trusted, international Tier 1 supplier, recognized for its advanced NVH (Noise, Vibration, Harshness) components and thermal/acoustic solutions for global OEMs.

Why This Opportunity?

Autonomy & Impact: This is not just a reporting role. Your insight will directly influence plant operations, drive margin improvements, and help the team deliver for major automakers.

Leadership: Key business partner to the Plant Manager and Site Leadership. Your voice is heard and your work is valued.

Career Track: The plant has ambitious growth plans. Success in this role can lead to greater North American or group-wide responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the complete financial close, reporting, and controls for all site activities (manufacturing, operations, SG&A).

• Deliver accurate monthly and quarterly closes, reporting under US GAAP with German parent reporting exposure.

• Drive the annual budget and forecast process and provide actionable business analytics to improve operating performance.

• Manage cost accounting, inventory, BOMs, material and labor efficiency, and variance analysis.

• Proactively support the Plant Manager as a strategic finance partner, turning numbers into operational action.

• Lead internal and external audits and ensure SOX-level control compliance.

• Support continuous improvement, automation, and special projects in partnership with site leadership.

• Work within a small, lean finance team and be both hands-on and engaged at the leadership table.

Ideal Experience

• 5+ years of experience in a plant or site controller or accounting role within automotive or related complex manufacturing.

• Demonstrated track record of driving plant-level KPIs, margin improvement, and cost discipline.

• Advanced working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Infor, or similar) and strong Excel skills.

• Full-cycle experience including operational budgeting, reporting, audits, and variance explanations.

• Comfort working in a fast-paced, hands-on, growth or change environment.

• Strong communication skills with the ability to translate between shop-floor and management or board-level requirements.

• College degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. CPA or CMA a plus, not required.

Whats on Offer

• Base salary of $125,000 plus an annual 10% performance bonus.

• Four weeks of PTO and vacation offered for high-caliber candidates.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and 401k benefits (standard plan).

• Highly visible, empowered role with direct lines to senior leadership where your work shapes plant success.

Who Should Apply?

You want to make a tangible difference in a pivotal plant leadership role, not just report results but drive them.
You bring manufacturing and plant accounting rigor across audits, cost, close, and forecasting, along with a willingness to roll up your sleeves.
You thrive in international, fast-growth, or turnaround environments where your skill and presence are valued.

To confidentially discuss your fit or to receive the full brief, please reply with your resume or contact details. Interviews are moving forward rapidly due to business priority.