Plant Controller
Position Id
EB-1912033035
EB-1912033035
City
Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids
State
MI
MI
Position: Plant Controller
Salary: $100,000-115,000. Plus Bonus
Location: Grand Rapids, MI
A rapidly growing wellness company in Grand Rapids, Michigan is seeking a Plant Controller to join their Accounting team. The Plant Controller supports the Corporate Controller in managing the organization’s accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance. This role plays a key part in ensuring accurate financial records, timely close processes, and adherence to accounting standards while helping improve processes and systems.
Plant Controller Responsibilities
- Owns the month-end financial close process
- Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with GAAP
- Maintain and enforce internal controls and accounting policies
- Oversee general ledger activities, including journal entries and account reconciliations
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
- Assist with external audits, tax filings, and regulatory reporting
- Review balance sheet and income statement accounts for accuracy
- Support cash management, bank reconciliations, and working capital analysis
- Help implement and improve accounting systems, processes, and controls
- Supervise and mentor accounting staff
- Collaborate cross-functionally with FP&A, operations, and leadership
Plant Controller Educations & Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (required)
- 5-10 years of progressive accounting experience
- Experience working within a manufacturing industry is preferred
- Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting standards
- ERP experience (MS Dynamics 365 is a plus)
- Advanced proficiency in Excel and financial reporting tools
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
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