Controller, Plant

Lexamar•Boyne City, MI

About The Position

About the Role The position of the Controller is responsible for all finance matters in a managerial capacity and is responsible for the general and specific job duties as described below:

Requirements

Finance expert with a minimum of 5 years related operational experience within Accounting and Controlling (Accounting experience is a must, controlling experience Beneficial)
Experience with ERP/MRP systems
Inventory control, general and cost accounting
Knowledge of SOX mandates, financial reporting requirements.
Excellent verbal and written communication, organizational and analytical skills.
Profound knowledge of Microsoft Office applications; advance knowledge of Excel required

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting plus 5 years' experience with at least three years in a supervisory capacity; or equivalent, preferably in manufacturing.
Ability to multi-task while maintaining a high degree of accuracy
Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

Supports the finance function, ensuring the integrity of the accounting policies and standards, the financial governance of the company and the internal control environment.
Implements changes in accounting policies as driven by Magna and ensures existing Magna accounting policies are applied to the company.
Review and participate in the preparation of the company's financial results, monthly/quarterly/annually vs. the budget and forecast.
Responsible for reporting, including journal entry review, monthly reconciliation review, key account analysis, and variance reporting (including budget to actual analysis).
Financial analysis: Prepare and provide financial reports to support decision-making and assess financial performance (KPI analysis, project expense analysis, cost tracking, etc.)
Provide leadership and direction to the finance department, ensuring effective goal setting, performance monitoring and reviews, communication and training/development plans.
Review and participate in Tax management, reporting to Corporate Tax Group, Sales/Use tax reporting, Property tax filings, 1099's and manage relationship with Property Tax consulting firm.
Ensures system of Internal Control, documentation, and reviews are being performed.
Responsible for managing and review of Capital Expenditure process.
Advise internal team on capitalization requirements, review capital packages Quote Capital spending.
Liaise with the internal and external audit team during annual and quarterly reviews, includes review and preparation of audit schedules.
Review and/or prepare reports required by regulatory agencies.
Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Directly manages employees in Accounting.
Carries out management responsibilities in accordance with Magna's policies and applicable laws Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems