Our trusted client is seeking an experienced Assistant Controller Consultant for a contract to hire engagement. This role is ideal for someone with a keen eye for detail and a strong background in financial management, reporting, and auditing within the manufacturing industry. The successful candidate will play a key role in overseeing financial operations, ensuring compliance, and improving processes to support organizational goals. This fully onsite role is located in Troy, Michigan and will report directly to the Controller. The day-to-day responsibilities include: • Manage the preparation and review of financial statements and reports to ensure accuracy and compliance.• Implement and oversee accounting procedures, including general ledger maintenance, payroll, inventory, and subsidiary ledgers.• Conduct cost analyses and rate studies to evaluate financial performance and optimize expenses.• Coordinate external audit processes and ensure timely submission of financial documentation.• Supervise vendor onboarding, purchasing activities, and procurement to maintain operational efficiency.• Establish and refine system controls for financial and administrative processes, ensuring continuous improvements.• Participate in employee onboarding, payroll processing, and benefits enrollment coordination.• Negotiate contracts and review proposals to achieve cost-effective procurement within budgetary constraints.• Approve invoices and oversee payment processing to maintain accurate financial records.• Address and resolve discrepancies in goods or services by collaborating with vendors and quality control teams.

The ideal candidate will have the following skill set: • Minimum of 5 years of experience in financial management or accounting roles, preferably within the manufacturing industry.• Proficiency in month-end close processes, general ledger maintenance, and financial statement audits.• Strong knowledge of financial reporting standards and practices.• Proven expertise in cost analysis and forecasting future revenues.• Experience with vendor management and procurement activities.• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.• Ability to supervise and lead teams effectively while ensuring compliance with policies and procedures.

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Troy, MI
onsite
Temporary
39.59 - 45.84 USD / Hourly
Our trusted client is seeking an experienced Assistant Controller Consultant for a contract to hire engagement. This role is ideal for someone with a keen eye for detail and a strong background in financial management, reporting, and auditing within the manufacturing industry. The successful candidate will play a key role in overseeing financial operations, ensuring compliance, and improving processes to support organizational goals. This fully onsite role is located in Troy, Michigan and will report directly to the Controller. The day-to-day responsibilities include: • Manage the preparation and review of financial statements and reports to ensure accuracy and compliance.• Implement and oversee accounting procedures, including general ledger maintenance, payroll, inventory, and subsidiary ledgers.• Conduct cost analyses and rate studies to evaluate financial performance and optimize expenses.• Coordinate external audit processes and ensure timely submission of financial documentation.• Supervise vendor onboarding, purchasing activities, and procurement to maintain operational efficiency.• Establish and refine system controls for financial and administrative processes, ensuring continuous improvements.• Participate in employee onboarding, payroll processing, and benefits enrollment coordination.• Negotiate contracts and review proposals to achieve cost-effective procurement within budgetary constraints.• Approve invoices and oversee payment processing to maintain accurate financial records.• Address and resolve discrepancies in goods or services by collaborating with vendors and quality control teams.
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