A well-established and highly respected wealth management firm in the Metro Detroit area is seeking an experienced Tax Manager or Senior Tax Accountant to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a tax detail oriented who enjoys working directly with high-net-worth individuals, families, trusts, and closely held businesses while collaborating with financial advisors to deliver comprehensive tax planning strategies. This role is ideal for someone looking for a stable, client-focused environment with strong long-term career potential, excellent benefits, and a competitive compensation package. <br> Position Overview The Tax Manager / Senior Tax Accountant will be responsible for the preparation and review of client tax returns, proactive tax planning, and ongoing client advisory services. The successful candidate will work closely with wealth advisors and clients to identify opportunities that minimize tax liabilities and support long-term financial goals. This position does not initially include staff supervision responsibilities, allowing the individual to remain focused on client service, tax compliance, and planning. Key Responsibilities Prepare and review federal, state, and local tax returns for: High-net-worth individuals Trusts and estates Small businesses and closely held entities Provide year-round tax planning and advisory services to clients Identify tax-saving opportunities and develop strategic tax solutions Analyze client financial information and ensure compliance with tax regulations Research tax issues and communicate recommendations to clients and advisors Coordinate with wealth management professionals to deliver integrated financial and tax planning solutions Assist clients with tax notices and other compliance-related matters Maintain current knowledge of federal, state, and local tax laws <br> Work Schedule 50–60 hours per week during tax season Return to a standard detail oriented schedule outside of tax season 100% in-office position
<p><strong>Position: Tax Analyst</strong></p><p> <strong>Reports To: Director, Corporate Tax</strong></p><p>Our client, a global Fortune 200 organization, is expanding its tax team as part of a thoughtful long-term succession strategy. This is a high-visibility opportunity for a tax professional seeking meaningful career growth, exposure to leadership, and the ability to develop within a best-in-class corporate tax function.</p><p><strong>Position Overview</strong></p><p> The Tax Analyst will support a broad range of corporate tax activities, including income tax compliance, provision support, research, and audit coordination. This role offers hands-on experience across federal, state, and local tax matters while partnering cross-functionally within a dynamic, high-performing environment.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p> • Assist in the preparation of the annual and quarterly income tax provision in accordance with ASC 740</p><p> • Support federal, state, and local income tax compliance, including preparation of workpapers, apportionment, and fixed asset analyses</p><p> • Utilize tax software to manage data imports, account mapping, and return preparation</p><p> • Prepare filings related to non-income taxes, including sales/use, property, and other indirect taxes</p><p> • Calculate estimated tax payments and extensions to ensure timely compliance</p><p> • Assist with responses to tax audits and notices from governmental authorities</p><p> • Partner with internal stakeholders to gather data and support tax-related initiatives</p><p> • Identify opportunities to enhance processes and improve efficiency within the tax function</p><p><br></p><p>For consideration, please call Jeff Sokolowski directly at (248)365-6131, or apply today. </p><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced Controller to support a non-profit organization in Detroit, Michigan through a Contract assignment. This role will oversee core accounting operations, guide financial reporting activities, and help maintain strong fiscal discipline across the organization. The ideal candidate brings hands-on leadership in budgeting, close management, audit coordination, and grant-related financial oversight within a non-profit environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee the monthly close cycle, ensuring financial records are completed accurately and within established deadlines.<br>• Prepare and review financial statements and consolidated reporting packages for leadership and external parties.<br>• Drive the annual budget process while supporting forecasting and broader financial planning activities.<br>• Partner with auditors and manage audit preparation to promote compliance with applicable standards and regulatory requirements.<br>• Administer grant-related accounting activities, including tracking funds and maintaining supporting documentation for compliance purposes.<br>• Apply non-profit accounting standards across daily operations to ensure reporting integrity and proper fund management.<br>• Work closely with cross-functional teams to refine accounting workflows and improve overall process efficiency.
We are looking for a Controller to lead financial oversight for a manufacturing operation in Adrian, Michigan. This role will guide accounting activities, strengthen reporting accuracy, and provide insight that supports sound business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, a hands-on approach to financial management, and experience working within a production environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger activity, month-end close, and preparation of financial statements.<br>• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis to help leadership evaluate performance and plan effectively.<br>• Maintain internal controls and accounting procedures that promote accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency.<br>• Partner with plant and business leaders to review manufacturing costs, monitor variances, and improve financial visibility across operations.<br>• Manage cash flow, account reconciliations, and balance sheet integrity to support the organization’s financial health.<br>• Coordinate external audits, tax-related activities, and regulatory reporting requirements in a timely and accurate manner.<br>• Supervise and develop accounting staff while fostering consistent processes and strong financial discipline across the team.
<p>Our client is seeking an experienced <strong>Accounting Manager</strong> to lead accounting operations within a regulated <strong>insurance environment</strong>. This Accounting Manager role is ideal for a technically strong accounting professional with a solid understanding of insurance accounting, statutory reporting, and GAAP, who enjoys leading teams and partnering cross-functionally to ensure accuracy, compliance, and process efficiency.</p><p><br></p><p>Accounting Manager Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes for insurance operations</li><li>Prepare and review GAAP and <strong>statutory-basis</strong> financial statements and related schedules</li><li>Oversee accounting for premiums, claims, loss reserves, reinsurance, and policy-related transactions</li><li>Ensure compliance with insurance regulatory requirements and state DOI reporting</li><li>Coordinate and support external audits, including statutory exams and financial statement audits</li><li>Partner with actuarial, underwriting, and claims teams to ensure accurate reserving and financial reporting</li><li>Develop and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls</li><li>Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team, fostering a collaborative and accountable culture</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis</li><li>Assist with system improvements and reporting enhancements related to policy administration and financial systems</li></ul><p>Why This Opportunity</p><ul><li>Leadership role within a stable, regulated industry</li><li>Opportunity to partner closely with actuarial and operational teams</li><li>Visibility with senior leadership and meaningful impact on financial reporting</li></ul><p>For immediate consideration call Jimmy Tunney at 517-657-8054</p>
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to lead core accounting operations for a mission-driven organization in Detroit, Michigan. This position will oversee daily financial activities, support accurate and timely reporting, and help ensure compliance across grant-funded and nonprofit accounting functions. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, hands-on leadership experience, and the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the monthly close process, ensuring financial records are completed accurately and on schedule.<br>• Manage general ledger activity, including journal entries, reconciliations, and review of account balances.<br>• Oversee grant-related accounting to support proper tracking, reporting, and compliance with funding requirements.<br>• Prepare and review financial information used for internal reporting, budgeting, and external audit support.<br>• Lead nonprofit budgeting activities by monitoring actual results, analyzing variances, and coordinating with stakeholders.<br>• Supervise accounting staff, provide day-to-day guidance, and support the development of a productive team environment.<br>• Partner with internal departments to resolve accounting issues and improve the flow of financial information.<br>• Support audit readiness by maintaining organized documentation and responding to requests related to financial statement reviews.
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to lead core accounting operations for our service organization in Southfield, Michigan. This role will oversee close activities, maintain the integrity of the general ledger, and support accurate financial reporting across the business. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, a hands-on approach to reconciliations and journal entries, and the ability to coordinate effectively through audit and payroll-related processes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the monthly close cycle, ensuring deadlines are met and financial results are recorded accurately.<br>• Oversee general ledger activity and review account balances to maintain complete and reliable financial records.<br>• Prepare and approve journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation and accounting treatment.<br>• Perform detailed account reconciliations, investigate variances, and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.<br>• Partner with internal and external auditors by organizing schedules, responding to requests, and supporting financial statement audit activities.<br>• Review financial data and reporting outputs to help ensure consistency, accuracy, and compliance with accounting standards.<br>• Supervise day-to-day accounting operations and provide guidance to staff on processes, priorities, and problem resolution.<br>• Support payroll accounting activities, including coordination with ADP and review of related entries and reconciliations.
<p>We are looking for an experienced accounting leader to oversee technical and operational accounting for warranty and service-related programs. The Commercial Accounting Manager is well suited for a hands-on, detail-oriented individual who can translate complex accounting guidance into practical processes, support cross-functional decision-making, and strengthen financial governance in a growing environment. The role will work closely with business partners across finance, operations, legal, sales, engineering, and planning to ensure accounting conclusions are accurate, timely, and scalable.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead accounting oversight for warranty and service obligations, ensuring treatment aligns with applicable accounting guidance and internal policy standards.</p><p>• Partner with teams across sales, operations, legal, engineering, and FP&A to assess how program structures, service commitments, and contract terms affect financial reporting.</p><p>• Build and maintain methodologies for warranty reserves, including key assumptions, estimate models, roll-forwards, reconciliations, and management review procedures.</p><p>• Review upcoming products, services, and operational changes to identify accounting considerations early and reduce reporting risk before launch.</p><p>• Prepare and evaluate periodic accruals, adjustments, and financial statement disclosures related to warranty and service activities.</p><p>• Act as the primary accounting contact for audit matters tied to warranty and contingent liability topics, including technical documentation and support for external reviews.</p><p>• Establish scalable workflows, controls, and standard operating procedures that improve compliance, reporting quality, and readiness for a high-growth environment.</p><p>• Work with FP&A to support forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis for warranty and service costs, helping leadership understand financial trends and risks.</p><p>• Coach and develop accounting team members while promoting accountability, technical rigor, and continuous process improvement.</p><p>• Drive enhancements in NetSuite or comparable ERP tools to improve data integrity, reporting visibility, and operational insight.</p>
<p>Bill Watts at Robert Half is partnering with a growing commercial real estate company who is seeking a Finance & Accounting Manager to lead core accounting operations, financial reporting, and portfolio-level analysis for their portfolio of commercial properties. This role requires a hands-on accounting leader with a strong foundation in public accounting and experience supporting real estate or property management operations. The ideal candidate will bring technical accounting expertise, process discipline, and the ability to partner with operations and leadership to drive financial performance across the property portfolio.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Oversee all aspects of day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, AP/AR, payroll, and month-end close</li><li>Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with GAAP</li><li>Manage accounting for a portfolio of commercial properties, including tenant billings, CAM reconciliations, and lease accounting (ASC 842)</li><li>Lead the month-end and year-end close process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness</li><li>Coordinate and manage external audits, tax filings, and compliance requirements</li><li>Develop and maintain internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures</li><li>Partner with asset management and property operations teams to support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis</li><li>Analyze property-level financial performance, including NOI, cash flow, and operating metrics</li><li>Support lender reporting requirements and investor reporting as needed</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve processes, systems, and reporting capabilities</li><li>Mentor and develop accounting staff as the team grows</li></ul><p>Preferred Experience</p><ul><li>Experience working with commercial property portfolios (office, retail, industrial, or mixed-use)</li><li>Background supporting audits, tax compliance, and investor reporting</li><li>Exposure to job costing, capital projects, and development accounting</li><li>ERP system implementation or process improvement initiatives</li></ul>