Assistant Controller - Global Manufacturing Finance Leader (Relocation)

CFS; Ludington (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Choice of Troy or Ludington location

Job summary

CFS is seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to join its finance leadership team in a role offering relocation assistance. The position supports financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls within a global manufacturing environment, with exposure to executive leadership.

Key responsibilities include month-end closing, budgeting, forecasting, audits, and tax-related reporting, collaborating across functions to improve processes and reporting accuracy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance requirements.
• Experience supporting budgeting and forecasting processes.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation and analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.
• Perform account reconciliations and financial analysis.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain and strengthen internal control processes.
• Analyze financial data and identify opportunities for operational improvement.
• Support internal and external audit activities.
• Assist with federal, state, and local tax-related reporting requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve financial processes and reporting accuracy.
• Participate in special projects and other finance initiatives as needed.

Skills

Budgeting & forecasting

GAAP knowledge

Financial analysis

Communication of findings

Multi-priority management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA designation preferred but not required

Tools

Excel

ERP systems

Job description

CFS is seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to join its finance leadership team in a role offering relocation assistance. The position supports financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls within a global manufacturing environment, with exposure to executive leadership.

Key responsibilities include month-end closing, budgeting, forecasting, audits, and tax-related reporting, collaborating across functions to improve processes and reporting accuracy.