Controlling and Accounting Manager

Controlling and Accounting Manager

Brighton, Michigan

Salary : 95,000 USD + Bonus

I am recruiting for a growing automotive manufacturing company that is seeking a hands-on Controlling and Accounting Manager for its plant in Brighton, Michigan. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys blending operational involvement with strategic financial leadership.

About the Role

You will oversee the full controlling and accounting function for the plant while partnering closely with operations, engineering, sales, and site leadership. This is a very active role that requires strong ownership of day to day tasks, month end accuracy, and clear financial analysis that supports decision making.

Key Responsibilities

Lead budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and financial analysis

Manage month end, quarter end, and annual closing in line with IFRS and GAAP

Oversee general ledger accuracy, AP, AR, fixed assets, and payroll

Run SAP and Lucanet reporting, including variance and deviation analysis

Present financial results and drive corrective actions

Maintain bi-weekly liquidity forecasts

Lead product costing, cost center accounting, pricing, and internal allocations

Support production controlling and monitor cost and efficiency performance

Support investment planning through DCF calculations and capacity analysis

Analyse KPIs including working capital, PPV, and related plant metrics

Ensure compliance with internal controls and tax requirements

Coordinate external audits

Identify and execute process improvements

Lead and develop a small accounting team

Act as a key financial partner to plant leadership

Qualifications

Bachelor or Master degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or similar

Five or more years of experience in controlling or accounting within manufacturing

Automotive experience is preferred

Strong knowledge of IFRS, GAAP, cost accounting, and tax regulations

Experience working with SAP, Lucanet, and advanced Excel

Strong communication skills with the ability to simplify financial topics

Hands-on approach with the ability to operate both tactically and strategically

Fluent in English

Whats on Offer

Salary of 95,000 USD plus bonus

Full benefits package

Opportunities for professional development

Collaborative, international work environment