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Our trusted client is looking for an experienced Controller to support a Contract assignment in Warren, Michigan. This position will guide finance teams in using Plex more effectively by strengthening reporting practices, improving financial processes, and delivering practical training tailored to day-to-day operations. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in finance system modules and can translate technical capabilities into clear, useful methods for month-end analysis and decision-making.
Job Responsibility:
Deliver structured, hands-on training to finance team members using practical business scenarios and role-specific examples within Plex
Advise stakeholders on how to improve financial workflows, reporting methods, and overall use of finance system capabilities to support stronger business outcomes
Develop approaches for month-end reporting that compare actual performance against plans and forecasts with greater clarity and usability
Analyze reporting gaps and create more effective methods for reviewing purchase price variance and other key financial variances
Recommend ways to expand beyond standard system reports by building processes that produce more meaningful operational and financial insight
Support the team in investigating inconsistencies in reported values by identifying drill-down methods and improving monthly analysis techniques
Partner with finance leadership to refine reporting methodology and establish practical best practices for recurring financial review activities
Identify opportunities for process improvement that increase efficiency, consistency, and the overall value gained from Plex finance modules
Requirements:
Strong hands-on knowledge of Plex, with advanced understanding of finance modules and reporting functionality
Demonstrated experience with monthly reporting, including actual-versus-plan and forecast analysis
Solid background in purchase price variance review and broader variance analysis within a manufacturing or operations-focused environment
Ability to assess standard reports and recommend enhanced reporting processes that better support business needs
Proven experience delivering user training, process guidance, and practical finance system support to internal teams
Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills with the ability to explain complex financial concepts clearly