We are looking for an experienced Interim Assistant Controller to support a corporate accounting team within a manufacturing environment. This Long-term Contract opportunity is well suited for a hands-on, detail-oriented accounting specialist who brings strong month-end close expertise, sound judgment around financial controls, and the ability to work effectively in a hybrid on-site setting. The role will contribute to accurate financial reporting, maintain the integrity of general ledger activity, and partner closely with internal stakeholders on day-to-day accounting operations. Responsibilities: • Prepare and record journal entries while ensuring supporting documentation is complete, accurate, and aligned with accounting policies.• Lead key activities tied to the month-end close process, including review of account activity, timing of entries, and resolution of outstanding issues.• Perform detailed reconciliations across balance sheet, bank, and general ledger accounts to maintain reliable financial records.• Support the design, execution, and monitoring of internal controls to strengthen compliance and reduce reporting risk.• Collaborate with the corporate accounting team in a hybrid work environment to address reporting needs and improve the flow of financial information.• Use accounting platforms such as Great Plains, HFM, BlackLine, and Oracle to manage transactions, reconciliations, and reporting deliverables.• Analyze account variances and investigate discrepancies, then recommend corrective actions to ensure financial accuracy.• Assist with recurring and ad hoc reporting requests by organizing financial data and presenting clear, actionable insights.• Contribute to process consistency across accounting operations while helping maintain timely and well-documented close activities.

The ideal candidate will have the following skill set: • 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including corporate or senior-level accounting responsibilities.• Demonstrated experience with journal entries, general ledger management, and month-end close activities.• Strong background in account reconciliation, including balance sheet and bank reconciliations.• Working knowledge of internal controls and their application within day-to-day accounting processes.• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for analysis, reconciliation support, and financial reporting tasks.• Experience with one or more accounting and reporting systems such as Great Plains, HFM, BlackLine, or Oracle.• Ability to work on site in Ann Arbor, Michigan in a hybrid arrangement and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

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Ann Arbor, MI
onsite
Temporary / Contract
52.25 - 60.5 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Interim Assistant Controller to support a corporate accounting team within a manufacturing environment. This Long-term Contract opportunity is well suited for a hands-on, detail-oriented accounting specialist who brings strong month-end close expertise, sound judgment around financial controls, and the ability to work effectively in a hybrid on-site setting. The role will contribute to accurate financial reporting, maintain the integrity of general ledger activity, and partner closely with internal stakeholders on day-to-day accounting operations. Responsibilities: • Prepare and record journal entries while ensuring supporting documentation is complete, accurate, and aligned with accounting policies.• Lead key activities tied to the month-end close process, including review of account activity, timing of entries, and resolution of outstanding issues.• Perform detailed reconciliations across balance sheet, bank, and general ledger accounts to maintain reliable financial records.• Support the design, execution, and monitoring of internal controls to strengthen compliance and reduce reporting risk.• Collaborate with the corporate accounting team in a hybrid work environment to address reporting needs and improve the flow of financial information.• Use accounting platforms such as Great Plains, HFM, BlackLine, and Oracle to manage transactions, reconciliations, and reporting deliverables.• Analyze account variances and investigate discrepancies, then recommend corrective actions to ensure financial accuracy.• Assist with recurring and ad hoc reporting requests by organizing financial data and presenting clear, actionable insights.• Contribute to process consistency across accounting operations while helping maintain timely and well-documented close activities.
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z