Plant Controller

Avancez LLC; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical

VSP Vision

401k Matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Additional Competitive Benefits

Job summary

Avancez Assembly in Auburn Hills, MI is seeking a Plant Controller with 10+ years of manufacturing accounting experience. This leadership role carries full P&L responsibility for the plant, requiring hands-on financial planning, reporting, and dashboard management to support operational decisions.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and prior plant Controller experience in the automotive sector, with travel as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• 10+ years of general accounting experience with strong operational focus in automotive industry.
• Prior manufacturing plant Controller experience essential.

Responsibilities

• Overall financial responsibility for plant operations and related activities.
• Monthly financial reporting and variance analysis to leadership and corporate.
• Maintain plant dashboards and prepare budgets, forecasts, and analysis.
• Manage A/P, A/R, payroll, and plant inventory controls daily.
• Lead month-end close and financial reporting processes.

Skills

P&L ownership

Budgeting

Financial reporting

Leadership

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

MFG PRO/QAD

BI Systems

Job description

Lake Orion Plant, 1700 Brown Rd, Auburn Hills, Michigan, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Sunday, June 14, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Do you want to work at an organization that is people focused, service minded and results oriented, that offers their customers creative problem solving, progressive solutions, and improved outcome? Then Avancez Assembly may be the place for you.We are committed to a culture of excellence, with a focus on best practices and continuous improvement. We understand that our people are our biggest strength, and we know that world-class service happens because of our capable and valued team members. Whether you are looking for an assembly position or a career in manufacturing management, you can thrive as a member of our team.

PLANT CONTROLLER

JOB SUMMARY:

The Plant Controller is a valuable member of the plant’s Leadership Team and has full P&L responsibility for the facility.Plays an active role in developing, monitoring, and achieving the operations annual goals and objectives.Provides financial, analytical, and decision-making leadership to the local team members, while maintaining an ongoing relationship with the overall direction of the company.This person needs to thrive in a team environment and spending time on the plant floor to remain in touch with the daily operations and the ever-changing atmosphere.Operates with the outmost integrity, honesty, attention to detail, and organizational skills, while maintaining a positive attitude and a great work ethic.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Overall financial responsibility for the operations and all other related activities at the plant, while holding the local team accountable to the results.

Monthly financial reporting and financial analysis to the Process Council.

Update and track plant dashboards.

Daily, weekly, and monthly financial reporting to the local team as well as to the Corporate office

Prepare annual budgets, monthly/weekly forecasts and analyze variances to each on a month to month basis.

Manage all A/P, A/R, production and non-production purchasing, and payroll.

Monitor and manage all aspects of the plant’s perpetual inventories to ensure no shortages occur.

Lead the monthly physical inventories.

Monitor Engineering Changes to ensure no negative financial issues result from the change.

Report financial progress to the local team as well as the Corporate Team through monthly management reviews.

Prepare weekly forecast of prior week’s results and possible future events that veer from the last forecast or budget, recommend mitigating actions.

Complete knowledge of the operation at the facility and consistently offering suggestions for improvement

Monitor the plant spending to ensure that the facility is acting fiscally responsible.

Monthly deliverables to both the local team and the Corporate Team:

Complete report out of monthly results.

Complete analysis of variances to both monthly forecasts and annual budgets.

Monthly forecasts and analysis to budget and prior month forecasts.

Updated monthly balance sheet activity.

Complete breakdown of accounts receivable position.

Day to day accounting functions.

All other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

Experience: 10+ years’ of general accounting experience with very strong operational prowess in the automotive industry, specifically Tier 1 supplier experience with the OEM’s.

Prior manufacturing plant Controller experience a must.

TRAVEL:

Travel Required: yes

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Strong written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills.

Strong experience in creating/reviewing annual/monthly/weekly budgets and forecasts.

Demonstrated strong leadership and team development abilities.

Ability to manage multiple and one-time projects with urgency and confidentiality.

Experience in month closing process.

Experence in variance analysis.

Ability to access risks and opportunities.

Strong problem-solving skills.

Willingness to work very demanding and flexible schedule.

Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office, Business Intelligence Systems (e.g., Adaptive), MFG PRO/QAD or similar ERP experience.

BENEFITS:

• Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical
• VSP Vision
• 401k Matching
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Additional Competitive Benefits

PURPOSE:

Building A Better Everything

We build a better culture by putting people before profit, leading for purpose, passion and performance, and creating an environment devoted to an exceptional experience for our customers and people. We lead with respect and humility, are aligned to a common purpose, and hold ourselves accountable to embody our values in everything we do. We foster a commitment to engaging and empowering each person.

VALUES:

• Respect
• Integrity
• Perseverance
• Teamwork

Candidates residing in California or Colorado are not eligible for remote positions.

Avancez Assembly is an Equal Opportunity and Aff… This company will provide equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Information collected regarding categories as provided by law will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.

Lake Orion Plant, 1700 Brown Rd, Auburn Hills, Michigan, United States of America