Our trusted client is looking for an experienced Assistant Controller Consultant for a long-term engagement. This role is focused on supporting financial operations within the automotive industry, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in accounting processes. If you have a strong background in accounts payable, financial reporting, and team leadership, we encourage you to apply. The day-to-day responsibilities include: • Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial close processes to ensure timely and accurate reporting.• Prepare and review account reconciliations and analyses for balance sheet and income statement accounts.• Oversee treasury functions, including vendor payments and the accuracy of cash forecasts.• Provide leadership and training to accounts payable team members, fostering their growth and attention to detail.• Assist with payroll processing and reconciliation, ensuring compliance and accuracy.• Collaborate on system improvements and enhancements to optimize accounting workflows.• Conduct ad-hoc financial analyses and contribute to special projects as needed.• Ensure adherence to critical deadlines and maintain high standards in financial operations.

The ideal candidate will have the following skill set: • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.• A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in accounting or finance.• Proven expertise in accounts payable processes and management.• Familiarity with SAP and Workday systems.• Strong understanding of general ledger accounting and month-end close procedures.• Excellent analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.• Effective communication and interpersonal abilities, both written and verbal.• Experience with Ceridian payroll systems is preferred.

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Detroit, MI
remote
Temporary
40.00 - 50.00 USD / Hourly
Our trusted client is looking for an experienced Assistant Controller Consultant for a long-term engagement. This role is focused on supporting financial operations within the automotive industry, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in accounting processes. If you have a strong background in accounts payable, financial reporting, and team leadership, we encourage you to apply. The day-to-day responsibilities include: • Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end financial close processes to ensure timely and accurate reporting.• Prepare and review account reconciliations and analyses for balance sheet and income statement accounts.• Oversee treasury functions, including vendor payments and the accuracy of cash forecasts.• Provide leadership and training to accounts payable team members, fostering their growth and attention to detail.• Assist with payroll processing and reconciliation, ensuring compliance and accuracy.• Collaborate on system improvements and enhancements to optimize accounting workflows.• Conduct ad-hoc financial analyses and contribute to special projects as needed.• Ensure adherence to critical deadlines and maintain high standards in financial operations.
2025-10-16T19:14:19Z