Controller

 

Controller

About Voltava:

At Voltava, people power everything we do. We are a premier global manufacturing and assembly partner formed through the combination of Detroit Manufacturing Systems, Android Industries, and Avancez with approximately 5,400 Team Members across 21 facilities worldwide. Our vibrant, collaborative, and people-focused culture is the foundation for everything we deliver, from complex module assembly and sequencing to contract manufacturing, supply chain, automation, and tooling and equipment design for OEM customers across the automotive, industrial, e-mobility, heavy truck, defense, and technology sectors. Kinetyc, our scalable contract manufacturing arm based in Wixom, Michigan, expands our capabilities and capacity to support customers across a range of industries. Together, we are Building A Better Everything.

 

About the Role:

• Overall financial responsibility for the operations and all other related activities at the plant, while holding the local team accountable to the results.

• Monthly financial reporting and financial analysis to the Process Council.
• Update and track plant dashboards.
• Daily, weekly, and monthly financial reporting to the local team as well as to the corporate office
• Prepare annual budgets, monthly/weekly forecasts, and analyze variances to each on a month-to-month basis.
• Manage all A/P, A/R, production and non-production purchasing, and payroll.
• Monitor and manage all aspects of the plant’s perpetual inventories to ensure no shortages occur.  
• Lead the monthly physical inventories.
• Monitor Engineering Changes to ensure no negative financial issues result from the change.
• Report financial progress to the local team as well as the Corporate Team through monthly management reviews.
• Prepare weekly forecast of prior week’s results and possible future events that veer from the last forecast or budget, recommend mitigating actions.
• Complete knowledge of the operation at the facility and consistently offering suggestions for improvement
• Monitor the plant's spending to ensure that the facility is acting fiscally responsible.
• Monthly deliverables to both the local team and the Corporate Team:
• Complete report out of monthly results.
• Complete analysis of variances to both monthly forecasts and annual budgets.
• Monthly forecasts and analysis to budget and prior month forecasts.
• Updated monthly balance sheet activity.
• Complete breakdown of accounts receivable position.
• Day to day accounting functions.
• All other duties as assigned.

 

What You Need To Be Successful:

• Experience: 10+ years of general accounting experience with very strong operational prowess in the automotive industry, specifically Tier 1 supplier experience with the OEMs.
• Prior manufacturing plant Controller experience a must.

 

 

Bonus Points If You Have:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills.
• Strong experience in creating/reviewing annual/monthly/weekly budgets and forecasts.
• Demonstrated strong leadership and team development abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple and one-time projects with urgency and confidentiality.
• Experience in the month closing process.
• Experience in variance analysis.
• Ability to access risks and opportunities.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to work with a very demanding and flexible schedule.
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office, Business Intelligence Systems (e.g., Adaptive), MFG PRO/QAD or similar ERP experience. 

 

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, Finance, or related field.

 

Travel:
Yes

 

What We Offer:

We believe our team members are our greatest investment, which is why we offer a competitive total rewards package designed to support you at every stage of your career and life. Our benefits may include comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, retirement savings programs with employer contributions, tuition reimbursement, paid time off and holidays, employee assistance resources, and additional wellness programs and benefits designed to support your health, financial well-being, professional growth, and overall quality of life.

 

Our Core Values:

Voltava is committed to creating an environment where every Team Member feels welcomed, respected, valued, and empowered to make an impact.

• Respect: We create belonging by bringing out the best in each other.
• Integrity: We earn trust through every interaction.
• Courage: We show up fully even when it would be easier not to.
• Impact: We strengthen the people and places around us.

Together, we are Building A Better Everything.

Voltava is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are committed to attracting, developing, and retaining talented individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

At Voltava, employment decisions are based on qualifications, skills, experience, and business needs. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce strengthens our ability to innovate, serve our customers, and achieve our goals.

Accessibility and Accommodations

Voltava is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process and during employment. If you require assistance or an accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact [email protected]. Requests for accommodation will be reviewed and considered in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.