Strategic Manufacturing Controller & FP&A Partner

Candsmachine; Niles (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

C&S Machine in Michigan is seeking a hands-on Controller to lead accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, and month-end close, partnering with operations to drive profitability and operational excellence.

Reporting to the CFO, you will strengthen internal controls, support lean initiatives, manage audits and tax filings, and provide clear financial insights to guide executive decision-making. This role requires strategic thinking and hands-on leadership in a growing manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Strong background in accounting and financial reporting under U.S. GAAP.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and month-end close.
• Ability to partner with operations and senior leadership.
• Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement mindset.
• Experience with ERP systems and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting, reporting, budgeting, and close activities.
• Ensure GAAP compliance and manage audits, tax filings, cash, fixed assets.
• Provide financial analysis, cost accounting, and variance reporting.
• Support lean initiatives and process improvements.
• Oversee ERP enhancements to support production operations.

Skills

Financial leadership

GAAP expertise

Operations partnering

ERP systems

Education

CPA preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

C&S Machine in Michigan is seeking a hands-on Controller to lead accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, and month-end close, partnering with operations to drive profitability and operational excellence.

Reporting to the CFO, you will strengthen internal controls, support lean initiatives, manage audits and tax filings, and provide clear financial insights to guide executive decision-making. This role requires strategic thinking and hands-on leadership in a growing manufacturing setting.