Director Corporate Controller

MP Acquisition, LLC; Oak Park (MI); On-site; USD 160,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Mopec Group in Oak Park, MI seeks a Director, Corporate Controller to lead day-to-day accounting operations under the CFO, owning the general ledger, month-end close, AP and AR, and coordinating with auditors.

This hands-on leadership role requires manufacturing accounting experience, strong US GAAP knowledge, and the ability to mentor a five-person finance team while ensuring audit-ready, well-documented financials.

Qualifications

• CPA license required.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• External audit experience – Big 4 preferred, regional at minimum.
• Manufacturing industry experience.
• Manager of Corporate Accounting for 2+ years.
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, ensuring timely and accurate completion.
• Maintain the general ledger, chart of accounts, and ensure the integrity of all accounting records in accordance with US GAAP.
• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
• Establish and enforce internal controls, accounting policies, and documented procedures.
• Oversee AP operations, including vendor management, disbursements, and expense processing.
• Oversee AR operations, including billing, collections, cash application, and aging management.
• Monitor working capital and drive process improvements across both cycles.
• Serve as primary point of contact for external auditors during the year-end audit; prepare PBC schedules and resolve inquiries.
• Coordinate with tax consultants on an as-needed basis for compliance and planning.
• Ensure financials are sound, well-supported, and structured to withstand a QoE review, including revenue recognition, accruals, and normalization adjustments.
• Prepare accurate financial statements and management reporting packages.
• Manage financial consolidation and reporting using the company's consolidation/planning platform.
• Manage, mentor, and develop a team of five; set goals and conduct performance reviews.

Job description

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Director Corporate Controller

Full Time Oak Park, MI, US 1 Attachments

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1054

Salary Range: $160,000.00 To $180,000.00 Annually

About Company:

At Mopec Group our purpose is to enrich lives. We believe in creating a welcoming environment that celebrates differences, fosters a culture of inclusion, and empowers others to speak up. Our employees come from all walks of life, and we strive to reflect the vast and far-reaching communities in which we serve. By living our purpose and fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, we can create better products, better serve our customers, and contribute to a better world for all.

Position Summary

Mopec Group is seeking a Director, Corporate Controller to lead the day-to-day accounting operations of the organization. Reporting directly to the CFO, this individual will own the general accounting function, month-end close, accounts payable, and accounts receivable. The Corporate Controller will serve as the primary liaison to third-party auditors and tax consultants, and will be instrumental in ensuring the financial records are accurate, well-documented, and audit-ready — including preparedness for a quality of earnings (QoE) review. This is a hands-on leadership role suited for a technically strong manufacturing accountant who can also develop and manage a team.

Key Responsibilities

General Accounting & Close

• Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, ensuring timely and accurate completion.


• Maintain the general ledger, chart of accounts, and ensure the integrity of all accounting records in accordance with US GAAP.


• Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules.


• Establish and enforce internal controls, accounting policies, and documented procedures.

Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable

• Oversee AP operations, including vendor management, disbursements, and expense processing.


• Oversee AR operations, including billing, collections, cash application, and aging management.


• Monitor working capital and drive process improvements across both cycles.

Audit, Tax & Quality of Earnings

• Serve as primary point of contact for external auditors during the year-end audit; prepare PBC schedules and resolve inquiries.


• Coordinate with tax consultants on an as-needed basis for compliance and planning.


• Ensure financials are sound, well-supported, and structured to withstand a quality of earnings review, including proper revenue recognition, accruals, and normalization adjustments.


• Prepare accurate financial statements and management reporting packages.


• Manage financial consolidation and reporting using the company's consolidation/planning platform.

Leadership

• Manage, mentor, and develop a team of five (Staff Accountant, three AR Specialists, one AP Specialist).


• Set goals, conduct performance reviews, and build a high-performing, accountable finance team.

Systems

• Serve as functional owner of Infor Visual ERP for accounting processes.


• Administer and leverage a financial consolidation tool (e.g., Workday Adaptive, Datarails, Vena, or Planful).


• Manage Avalara for sales/use tax and Concur for travel and expense management.


• Lead implementation of account reconciliation and accounting management software, such as FloQast.

Required Qualifications

• Active CPA license.


• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.


• External audit experience required – big 4 preferred, regional at a minimum is required.


• Corporate accounting experience, including ownership of month‑end close and financial reporting.


• Manufacturing industry experience required.


• Manager of Corporate Accounting for 2+ years.


• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and internal controls.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Infor Visual ERP or comparable manufacturing ERP.


• Experience with a financial consolidation/planning tool (Workday Adaptive, Datarails, Vena, or Planful).


• Familiarity with Avalara, FloQast, and Concur.


• Prior experience supporting a quality of earnings review, sale transaction, or private equity–backed environment.


• Cost accounting / standard costing exposure in a manufacturing setting.