Job Description

Description A current opening through Robert Half seeks an ambitious determined Plant Controller to join the team at a prominent manufacturing company. This is a leadership role with responsibility over an accounting and clerical department. As the Controller your tasks will include planning and directing all accounting operational functions managing the accumulation and consolidation of financial information for internal and external financial statements assessing accounting and internal control systems and guiding departmental staff. This company has very competitive compensation comprehensive benefits and ample opportunity for career growth. We are looking for someone who motivates others through a positive detail oriented attitude; exhibits integrity reliability and leadership; and is able to provide exceptional client services by managing self and others with a sense of urgency practicality and accountability. You will also be responsible for key decision making and the ability to challenge negotiate and influence the team. As a part of the leadership team you will lead the generation of innovative ideas that are sound and progressive challenge the status quo and foster creativity throughout your area of responsibility. The Plant Controller will be a full-time employment opportunity and will be located in the SW Michigan region. How you will make an impact Each month present executive committee and partners with financial reports Handle monthly and annual close of income statement and balance sheet account reconciliations & G/L analysis Produce cash-flow reports calculating cash needs at weekly and monthly intervals and manage daily cash Research plan and implement Finance Department initiatives including software and systems implementation and other departmental or firm-wide improvements as needed Lead the operations of the finance department which includes accounts payable billings & collections and payroll Drive the timing for monthly billing and other cash management techniques to ensure the timely cash collection Work closely with executive team and partners to facilitate efficient and effective firm-wide operation Manage the production of the annual budget and forecasts and monitor them monthly Inspect deliverables of self and team to ensure that they meet client expectations Assess execute and improve policies procedures controls and most methodologies Complete tasks beyond formal job responsibilities Requirements Requirements - Takes action on items beyond formal job responsibilities Observant accurate and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment BA/BS in Accounting Finance Economics or other business related field Outstanding technology analytics and management experience required Ability to handle multiple projects within strict deadlines Sharp analytical thinking abilities always seeking to draw connections and identify the "why" Leadership experience preferred Job costs experience required 5+ years of progressive accounting experience including as a Plant Controller preferred Ability to work in a dynamic and changing environment Ability to communicate verbally and in writing effectively throughout all levels of the company Outstanding communication skills excellent interpersonal skills both oral and written and ability to build as well as deliver effective presentations Robert Half is the worlds first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting technology marketing and creative legal and administrative and customer support roles.Robert Half puts you in the best position to succeed by advocating on your behalf and promoting you to employers. We provide access to top jobs competitive compensation and benefits and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/mobile) and get 1-tap apply instant notifications for AI-matched jobs and more.Robert Half will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to temporary professionals. Visit https://roberthalf.gobenefits.net/ for more information. 2022 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking Apply Now youre agreeing to Robert Halfs Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/terms-of-use) .