Primat Curtis
Chief Accountant and Corporate Controller
Primat Curtis, Sterling Heights, Michigan, United States, 48310
Chief Accountant and Corporate Controller
Primat Curtis is a privately held global leader in the automotive fastener industry, delivering high-performance solutions through advanced heat treatment and coating technologies. The company is seeking an experienced Chief Accountant and Corporate Controller to oversee North America’s accounting operations, ensuring integrity, accuracy and compliance across financial reporting and internal controls. This leader will play a critical role within a global company committed to innovation, quality and long-term success. This role focuses on strategic financial management, operational efficiency and driving best practices to support continued growth and profitability. Responsibilities
Direct the company’s budgeting, forecasting, margin and variance analysis processes, identifying trends and driving operational improvements. Lead and oversee all accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll reconciliation, fixed assets, cost accounting, and inventory management across multiple sites. Develop and implement robust internal controls, with accompanying training documents, for accounting policies and financial procedures to ensure consistency and compliance across the corporation. Prepare internal financial statements (weekly flash forecasts, daily sales reports). Execute monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes to ensure timely and accurate financial statements. Coordinate annual audits and manage relationships with external auditors and tax advisors (including but not limited to 401(k), state unemployment, property tax, and ad hoc federal reporting). Ensure tax compliance, filing deadlines, and reporting returns (FIT, SIT) in collaboration with regional finance teams and external partners. Partner closely with operations to provide accurate cost analysis, inventory valuation, and margin reporting for manufacturing activities. Administer the 401(k) plan and conduct union pension fiduciary termination activities as needed with external advisors until completion. Participate as company administrator with external brokers for workers’ compensation, health benefits, and property insurance renewals, audits, and compliance filings. Foster a culture of accountability, accuracy, efficiency, integrity, and continuous improvement within daily accounting department activities by delegating effectively, emphasizing individual responsibility, and promoting teamwork and interdepartmental collaboration. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field; CPA or equivalent certification required. Minimum 10+ years of progressive accounting and financial leadership experience (multi-entity operations preferred). Proven experience in manufacturing; automotive industries preferred. Strong knowledge of cost accounting, manufacturing processes, and ERP systems (Plex, SAP or similar). Expertise in US GAAP / IFRS. Exceptional analytical, organizational, and leadership skills with attention to detail. Experience implementing or enhancing internal controls and compliance frameworks. Strategic mindset with ability to partner cross-functionally with operations and other departments. Excellent communication and presentation skills; ability to convey financial insights to non-financial stakeholders. Benefits
Benefits available on the first day of employment, including health insurance, vision insurance, life and disability insurance, flexible spending account, and 401(k) with matching (eligible after 60 days). Monthly car and phone allowance. Paid Time Off and holidays. Tuition reimbursement (eligible after 90 days of employment).
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Primat Curtis is a privately held global leader in the automotive fastener industry, delivering high-performance solutions through advanced heat treatment and coating technologies. The company is seeking an experienced Chief Accountant and Corporate Controller to oversee North America’s accounting operations, ensuring integrity, accuracy and compliance across financial reporting and internal controls. This leader will play a critical role within a global company committed to innovation, quality and long-term success. This role focuses on strategic financial management, operational efficiency and driving best practices to support continued growth and profitability. Responsibilities
Direct the company’s budgeting, forecasting, margin and variance analysis processes, identifying trends and driving operational improvements. Lead and oversee all accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll reconciliation, fixed assets, cost accounting, and inventory management across multiple sites. Develop and implement robust internal controls, with accompanying training documents, for accounting policies and financial procedures to ensure consistency and compliance across the corporation. Prepare internal financial statements (weekly flash forecasts, daily sales reports). Execute monthly, quarterly, and annual closing processes to ensure timely and accurate financial statements. Coordinate annual audits and manage relationships with external auditors and tax advisors (including but not limited to 401(k), state unemployment, property tax, and ad hoc federal reporting). Ensure tax compliance, filing deadlines, and reporting returns (FIT, SIT) in collaboration with regional finance teams and external partners. Partner closely with operations to provide accurate cost analysis, inventory valuation, and margin reporting for manufacturing activities. Administer the 401(k) plan and conduct union pension fiduciary termination activities as needed with external advisors until completion. Participate as company administrator with external brokers for workers’ compensation, health benefits, and property insurance renewals, audits, and compliance filings. Foster a culture of accountability, accuracy, efficiency, integrity, and continuous improvement within daily accounting department activities by delegating effectively, emphasizing individual responsibility, and promoting teamwork and interdepartmental collaboration. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field; CPA or equivalent certification required. Minimum 10+ years of progressive accounting and financial leadership experience (multi-entity operations preferred). Proven experience in manufacturing; automotive industries preferred. Strong knowledge of cost accounting, manufacturing processes, and ERP systems (Plex, SAP or similar). Expertise in US GAAP / IFRS. Exceptional analytical, organizational, and leadership skills with attention to detail. Experience implementing or enhancing internal controls and compliance frameworks. Strategic mindset with ability to partner cross-functionally with operations and other departments. Excellent communication and presentation skills; ability to convey financial insights to non-financial stakeholders. Benefits
Benefits available on the first day of employment, including health insurance, vision insurance, life and disability insurance, flexible spending account, and 401(k) with matching (eligible after 60 days). Monthly car and phone allowance. Paid Time Off and holidays. Tuition reimbursement (eligible after 90 days of employment).
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