Site Cost & Inventory Accounting Controller

Site Cost & Inventory Accounting Controller NN, Inc

• USA•2.

5 Kentwood, MI Job Details $120,000

• $140,000 a year 1 day ago Qualifications Data integrity assurance Employee onboarding Financial forecasting Cost accounting analysis Financial close processing Operational analysis Preparation of internal financial performance reports Performance improvement leadership Internal controls Team member evaluation Microsoft Excel Valuation analysis Operational management Coaching Financial statement analysis Performance Reporting Performance feedback (performance evaluation method) Mid-level External financial audit coordination Accurate transaction records management Team development Hiring Data integrity and documentation Analysis skills Managing budgets in a finance role Compliance management Bachelor's degree Accounting experience within manufacturing industry Team training Physical inventory counts for inventory management Full Job Description Be the cost visibility champion at Autocam/NNinc Own plant-level financial integrity, inventory accuracy, and actionable insights that drive operational decisions.

Role snapshot Deliver precise monthly financials and explain the story behind the numbers. Lead a high-performing accounting team through close, audits, and continuous improvement. Make inventory and cost data reliable, timely, and decision-ready. Primary deliverables Prepare monthly financial statements and provide variance analysis to budget, forecast, and prior year. Partner with plant leadership to translate performance into margin, cost, and cash impacts; identify improvement opportunities. Own the month-end close for the plant—accuracy, completeness, and timeliness are non-negotiable.

Oversee inventory accounting:

physical counts, reconciliations, valuation, and root cause analysis of variances. Support annual budgeting and interim forecasting with data-driven assumptions. Review general ledger activity, perform account reconciliations, and maintain robust supporting documentation. Assist with year-end close, external audit requests, and compliance activities. Continuously improve processes, reporting, and internal controls for efficiency and rigor. Ensure compliance with company policies, the Quality Management System (QMS), and Environmental Management System (EMS). People leadership Lead, mentor, and develop accounting staff; set priorities and manage workload. Review deliverables for accuracy and adherence to accounting policies. Coach and train the team to elevate technical skills and business understanding. Support hiring, onboarding, and performance evaluations; promote accountability and collaboration. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field. 3-7+ years in accounting/finance; manufacturing environment preferred. Strong knowledge of financial statements and close processes. Experience in inventory accounting and cost analysis. Advanced Excel with proficiency in Office; ERP experience preferred. Core strengths Exceptional analytical and problem-solving mindset. Clear, concise communicator across financial and non-financial audiences. Detail-focused; committed to accuracy and deadlines. Team-oriented with a continuous improvement focus.