Position Title: Plant Controller
Reports To: Director of Finance
Location: Holland, MI
Own the Financial Performance of a $100M+ Manufacturing Operation
People First. Safety is the Foundation.
At Motus, we are driving innovation in manufacturing through precision, quality, and continuous improvement. We are seeking a high-impact Plant Controller to lead the financial performance of a $100M+ manufacturing facility, with the
scope, visibility, and influence of running a standalone business. This facility plays a critical role in our operations and is a key driver of performance and growth.
This is not a back-office accounting role—this position offers the opportunity to drive continued performance improvement and operational excellence within a key manufacturing site.
This is a true business partner to operations, working side-by-side with the Plant Manager and broader plant leadership team to drive performance, challenge decisions, and deliver results.
Why This Role Stands Out
- Operate as the financial leader of a $100M+ manufacturing operation, driving performance, accountability, and results
- Direct partnership with Plant Operations leadership, influencing key business decisions daily
- High-visibility role with the ability to shape plant strategy and financial outcomes
- Opportunity to make a measurable impact on profitability, cost structure, and operational performance
- Culture grounded in continuous improvement, accountability, and collaboration
Responsibilities:
Drive Business Performance
- Act as a strategic advisor to plant leadership, delivering actionable financial insights that influence decision-making
- Own plant P&L performance — identifying risks, opportunities, and driving corrective actions
- Partner with operations to drive cost reduction, margin improvement, and productivity gains
Lead Plant Financial Operations
- Own the month-end close, forecasting, and reporting processes with accuracy and speed
- Lead manufacturing variance analysis (labor, material, overhead) and translate insights into action
- Drive the annual budgeting and strategic planning process
Own Costing & Manufacturing Finance
- Lead and maintain standard costing systems and cost visibility across the plant
- Provide insight into manufacturing variances, inventory performance, and key cost drivers impacting profitability
- Support critical decisions including make vs. buy, capital investments (CapEx), and program/product costing
Strengthen Controls & Processes
- Ensure GAAP compliance and strong internal controls
- Partner with internal and external auditors
- Drive continuous improvement in financial processes, systems, and reporting
Lead Through Influence
- Operate as a key member of the plant leadership team, influencing cross-functional decisions
- Build strong cross-functional relationships across finance, operations, and plant teams
- Partner with shared services (AP/AR, etc.) to ensure alignment and execution
- Drive a culture of accountability, transparency, and performance
Minimum Skills and Experience You Bring to Motus:
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance (CPA/CMA strongly preferred)
• 5-7 years of progressive finance experience in a manufacturing environment
• Proven Plant Controller (or equivalent plant finance leadership) experience
• Strong expertise in:
• Standard costing and manufacturing variance analysis
• Inventory and working capital management
• Budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Plex, Oracle, QAD, etc.)
• Demonstrated ability to partner with operations and influence business decisions
What Sets You Apart
• You think like an owner, not just an accountant
• You are comfortable challenging assumptions and driving change
• You translate financial data into clear, actionable business insights
• You thrive in a fast-paced, plant environment
• You bring a continuous improvement mindset and a bias for action
The Bottom Line
This is an opportunity to lead the financial performance of a $100M+ manufacturing operation, operate as a true business partner to plant leadership, and make a direct, measurable impact on the success of the business. If you’re a proven Plant Controller looking for a role with greater ownership, visibility, and influence—we’d like to connect.
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Who We Are
Motus Integrated Technologies is a dynamic global leader in manufacturing high-quality headliners, and interior trim solution products for the automotive industry. Headquartered in Holland, Michigan, Motus operates advanced manufacturing facilities across North America (U.S. and Mexico) and maintains a global presence with 5 locations. Motus is part of the Atlas Holdings portfolio, an industrial holding company based in Greenwich, Connecticut. Motus offers a vibrant working environment where innovation and forward-thinking are at the forefront of what we do. If you are eager to contribute to our legacy and drive meaningful change, we would love to hear from you! Motus is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Notice to Agency and Search Firm Representatives: Please note that Motus is not accepting unsolicited resumes from agencies/search firms for this role. Resumes submitted to a Motus Team Member by a third-party agency without a valid written & signed search agreement between Motus and said third-party agency, will become sole property of Motus. No fee will be paid if a candidate is hired as a result of an unsolicited agency or search firm referral.
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