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Our trusted client is looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to join their team in Garden City, Michigan. This position is ideal for candidates with a strong background in accounting and manufacturing processes. The role requires expertise in financial reporting, inventory management, and team leadership, with opportunities to enhance processes and drive operational efficiency. This is a possible contract-to-hire opportunity for the right candidate!
Job Responsibility:
Manage inventory accounting specific to extrusion processes, including tracking alloy types, consumption rates, and recovery metrics
Oversee monthly and annual physical inventory reconciliation, ensuring accurate valuations and validating purchase orders for various operations
Prepare financial statements, journal entries, and account reconciliations during monthly close cycles
Develop and analyze performance metrics such as press productivity, billet recovery, scrap rates, and metal margins
Create dashboards and reporting packages for both plant managers and executive leadership
Audit and approve vendor invoices, manage company credit card postings, and support payroll and cost reporting
Act as the primary liaison for internal and external audits, ensuring compliance with tax and reporting requirements
Collaborate with department managers and sales teams to analyze business drivers and operational needs
Supervise and mentor accounting team members, providing guidance on system enhancements and process improvements
Strengthen internal controls related to production reporting, tooling, shipping, and invoicing while identifying automation opportunities to streamline processes
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
A minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within manufacturing environments
Strong knowledge of inventory flow, general ledger systems, and extrusion-specific accounting practices
Proficiency in financial reporting, month-end close procedures, and reconciliation processes
Advanced skills in Excel and experience with ERP systems
Highly analytical mindset with a focus on accuracy and achieving expected results
Ability to lead and develop a team while managing multiple priorities effectively
What we offer:
medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance