AGS Company Automotive Solutions · 9 hours ago
Director of Finance & Controller
Muskegon Heights, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$150K/yr - $175K/yr
8+ years expAGS Company Automotive Solutions is a trusted leader in the automotive aftermarket, proudly serving customers for more than 85 years. The Director of Finance & Controller is responsible for the strategic direction and operational execution of the company’s financial function, ensuring accuracy and integrity across financial operations in a multi-entity business environment.
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Responsibilities
Own the company’s financial close process (monthly, quarterly, annual) across all entities, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and consistency
Prepare and present financial statements, management reports, and variance analysis to execute leadership
Ensure strong internal controls, segregation of duties, and compliance with GAAP and applicable regulatory requirements
Lead audit preparation and coordination (financial, tax, banking, and insurance)
Manage consolidation financial reporting across US operations, distribution, eCommerce, and Vietnam entity
Oversee inter-company transactions, transfer pricing considerations, eliminations, and reconciliations
Partner with external international accounting resources to ensure local compliance while maintain global consistency
Serve as financial owner and subject matter expert of AGS’ ERP system
Ensure accurate configuration, usage, and continuous improvement of ERP financial modules (GL, AP, AR, Inventory, Costing)
Identify gaps, risks, and inefficiencies within ERP and drive corrective actions
Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Supply Chain, and IT to ensure data integrity and process alignment
Oversee inventory accounting, standard costing, variances, and margin analysis
Partner closely with Operations and Supply Chain leaders to provide clear insight into labor, material, freight, and overhead costs
Support pricing analysis, margin improvement initiatives, and make-v-buy decisions
Lead the annual budgeting and periodic forecasting process across all business units
Build and maintain financial models to support growth initiatives, capital investments, pricing decisions, and resource allocation
Provide forward-looking financial insights, scenario analysis, and risk assessments to executive leadership
Partner with leadership on long-term financial planning, cash flow strategy, and capital structure considerations
Model AGS values in daily leadership, decision-making, and professional conduct
Partner closely with Finance, Operations, Sales, Supply Chain, and executive leadership to ensure financial processes are accurate, timely, and aligned with business needs
Promote strong cross-functional collaboration by translating financial information into clear, actionable insights
Identify and drive improvements in workflows, documentation, internal controls, and financial governance
Foster organized, efficient, and compliant finance environment that supports scalability
Identify opportunities to improve workflows, documentation, and internal controls
Share knowledge and collaborate across teams to support learning and consistency
Actively participate in team-building activities, training, and company-wide initiatives that strengthen engagement and performance
Champion open communication, continuous improvement, and shared accountability for accuracy, integrity, and results
Act as primary financial authority and thought partner to executive leadership
Set financial standards, discipline, and decision frameworks across organization
Establish and enforce financial policies, procedures, and internal controls
Lead ERP governance and ensure financial data integrity
Identify financial, operational, and systems-related risks early and recommend mitigation strategies
Support banking relationships, audits, financing activities, and potential due diligence efforts
Drive continuous improvement across accounting, inventory, costing, and reporting
Balance strategy leadership with hands-on execution as required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance (CPA strongly preferred)
8+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, including Controller-level responsibility
Proven experience in manufacturing and inventory-based environments (required)
Experience with multi-entity and international accounting structures
Deep ERP experience, including implementation, cleanup, or significant optimization
Strong understanding of cost accounting, inventory controls, and operational finance
Ability to operate at both strategic and hands-on levels
High level of integrity, accountability, and resilience
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Short-Term Disability (STD) and Long-Term Disability (LTD) coverage
Life insurance
AFLAC supplemental insurance options
Fitness membership benefit to support an active, healthy lifestyle
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential support and resources
Ongoing educational and professional development opportunities
Proud partner of The Soar and Cornerstone University, providing access to learning, leadership development, and career growth pathways
A people-centered, values-driven culture rooted in respect, collaboration, and trust
Supportive leadership that believes in growth, feedback, and doing the right thing
A workplace where your voice matters and your contributions are recognized
Company
AGS Company Automotive Solutions
AGS Company is the leading manufacturer of specialty lubricants, brake, fuel, and transmission lines.
51-200 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$9.75MKey Investors
PNC Mezzanine Capital
2016-11-17Series Unknown· $9.75M
2016-11-17Debt Financing
Leadership Team
Logan Pitts
Chief Executive Officer
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