Controller

CFS; Niles (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

CFS in Niles, MI is seeking an experienced Controller to lead the accounting and finance function in a hands-on capacity. This role oversees financial reporting, month-end close, budgeting, cost accounting, cash management, and partnering with operations to drive business decisions.

This opportunity offers a chance to mentor the accounting team in a collaborative manufacturing environment and contribute to ERP-related initiatives and continuous process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA or CMA preferred).
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience with leadership responsibilities.
• Manufacturing accounting experience required.
• Strong understanding of cost accounting, inventory, and financial reporting.
• Experience with ERP systems and advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and fixed assets.
• Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Prepare accurate financial statements and management reports.
• Develop and monitor budgets, forecasts, and cash flow.
• Analyze manufacturing costs, inventory, variances, and profitability.
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls and accounting procedures.
• Coordinate annual audits and support tax compliance activities.
• Partner with operations and executive leadership to improve financial performance and operational efficiencies.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team.
• Support ERP enhancements and process improvement initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Financial reporting

Cost accounting

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Job description

About The Opportunity

Our client, a well-established manufacturing company in the Niles, Mi area, is seeking an experienced Controller to lead the accounting and finance function. This hands‑on leadership role is responsible for financial reporting, month‑end close, budgeting, cost accounting, cash management, and partnering with operations to support business decisions.

Location:

Niles, MI

Industry:

Manufacturing

Schedule:

Full‑Time | 100% Onsite

About The Opportunity

Our client, a well‑established manufacturing company in the Niles, Mi area, is seeking an experienced Controller to lead the accounting and finance function. This hands‑on leadership role is responsible for financial reporting, month‑end close, budgeting, cost accounting, cash management, and partnering with operations to support business decisions.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a collaborative manufacturing environment and wants to make a meaningful impact.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and fixed assets.
• Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Prepare accurate financial statements and management reports.
• Develop and monitor budgets, forecasts, and cash flow.
• Analyze manufacturing costs, inventory, variances, and profitability.
• Maintain and strengthen internal controls and accounting procedures.
• Coordinate annual audits and support tax compliance activities.
• Partner with operations and executive leadership to improve financial performance and operational efficiencies.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team.
• Support ERP enhancements and process improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA or CMA preferred).
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibilities.
• Manufacturing accounting experience required.
• Strong understanding of cost accounting, inventory, and financial reporting.
• Experience with ERP systems and advanced Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Preferred Experience

• Standard costing and variance analysis
• Budgeting and forecasting
• Inventory management
• ERP implementation or system upgrades
• Continuous process improvement