Plant Controller

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