A Controller directs and oversees the treasury of a government, private corporation or non-profit organization, and may oversee the investment of funds. Supervises the quality of accounting and financial reporting within an organization, and directs preparation of reports that show the financial position of an organization.
Director Corporate Controller MP Acquisition, LLC Oak Park, MI Job Details Full-time $160,000 - $180,000 a year 1 day ago Qualifications Financial close processing Internal controls CPA Corporate accounting Manufacturing facility experience Bachelor's degree Accounting experience within manufacturing industry GAAP Financial regulatory audit coordination Managing accounting teams Closing the books Manufacturing company experience Audit support
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At Mopec Group our purpose is to enrich lives. We believe in creating a welcoming environment that celebrates differences, fosters a culture of inclusion, and empowers others to speak up. Our employees come from all walks of life, and we strive to reflect the vast and far-reaching communities in which we serve. By living our purpose and fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace, we can create better products, better serve our customers, and contribute to a better world for all. Position Summary Mopec Group is seeking a Director, Corporate Controller to lead the day-to-day accounting operations of the organization. Reporting directly to the CFO, this individual will own the general accounting function, month-end close, accounts payable, and accounts receivable. The Corporate Controller will serve as the primary liaison to third-party auditors and tax consultants, and will be instrumental in ensuring the financial records are accurate, well-documented, and audit-ready — including preparedness for a quality of earnings (QoE) review. This is a hands-on leadership role suited for a technically strong manufacturing accountant who can also develop and manage a team. Key Responsibilities General Accounting & Close Own the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, ensuring timely and accurate completion. Maintain the general ledger, chart of accounts, and ensure the integrity of all accounting records in accordance with US GAAP. Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules. Establish and enforce internal controls, accounting policies, and documented procedures. Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable Oversee AP operations, including vendor management, disbursements, and expense processing. Oversee AR operations, including billing, collections, cash application, and aging management. Monitor working capital and drive process improvements across both cycles. Audit, Tax & Quality of Earnings Serve as primary point of contact for external auditors during the year-end audit; prepare PBC schedules and resolve inquiries. Coordinate with tax consultants on an as-needed basis for compliance and planning. Ensure financials are sound, well-supported, and structured to withstand a quality of earnings review, including proper revenue recognition, accruals, and normalization adjustments. Financial Reporting & Consolidation Prepare accurate financial statements and management reporting packages. Manage financial consolidation and reporting using the company's consolidation/planning platform. Leadership Manage, mentor, and develop a team of five (Staff Accountant, three AR Specialists, one AP Specialist). Set goals, conduct performance reviews, and build a high-performing, accountable finance team. Systems Serve as functional owner of Infor Visual ERP for accounting processes. Administer and leverage a financial consolidation tool (e.g., Workday Adaptive, Datarails, Vena, or Planful ). Manage Avalara for sales/use tax and Concur for travel and expense management. Lead implementation of account reconciliation and accounting management software, such as FloQast . Required Qualifications Active CPA license. Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field. External audit experience required - big 4 preferred, regional at a minimum is required. Corporate accounting experience, including ownership of month-end close and financial reporting. Manufacturing industry experience required. Manager of Corporate Accounting for 2+ years. Strong knowledge of US GAAP and internal controls. Proven people-management experience. Preferred Qualifications Experience with Infor Visual ERP or comparable manufacturing ERP. Experience with a financial consolidation/planning tool ( Workday Adaptive, Datarails, Vena, or Planful ). Familiarity with Avalara , FloQast , and Concur . Prior experience supporting a quality of earnings review, sale transaction, or private equity-backed environment. Cost accounting / standard costing exposure in a manufacturing setting.