Plant Controller: Lead Finance, Forecasting & Cost Control

Venteon; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Venteon is seeking a Plant Controller for a large, global company. You will oversee plant financial operations including budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and preparation of monthly and annual statements.

You will lead the annual budget and rolling forecasts, analyze performance metrics, drive cost control, and manage fixed asset accounting and inventory. This role requires cross-functional collaboration and strong financial leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting or Finance is required.
• 5+ years of automotive accounting/finance experience, preferably in a plant setting.
• Excellent communication, people, written and presentation skills.
• Team player who can work well with other functional groups.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all plant financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and preparation of monthly and annual financial statements.
• Lead annual budget and rolling forecast processes; analyze plant performance metrics and provide actionable recommendations for improvement.
• Manage cost accounting and standard cost analysis for new and existing products; drive cost control and efficiency initiatives across operations.
• Oversee fixed asset accounting, inventory control, and capital investment analysis, ensuring compliance and proper valuation of assets.
• Approve and monitor plant-level financial transactions (e.g., purchase orders, reimbursements, pricing flows, receivables), ensuring accuracy and adherence to corporate policies.

Skills

Automotive accounting

Communication skills

Written and presentation skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance

Job description

Venteon is seeking a Plant Controller for a large, global company. You will oversee plant financial operations including budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and preparation of monthly and annual statements.

You will lead the annual budget and rolling forecasts, analyze performance metrics, drive cost control, and manage fixed asset accounting and inventory. This role requires cross-functional collaboration and strong financial leadership.