We are looking for a skilled Business Analyst to join our team in Toledo, Ohio. This role is focused on delivering innovative technology solutions, overseeing application administration, and supporting business operations through advanced reporting and analysis. The ideal candidate will play a key role in training users, communicating technology updates, and ensuring seamless vendor coordination.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Collaborate with business leaders to identify technology needs and implement solutions that enhance efficiency and service quality.<br>• Develop comprehensive technology reports and maintain detailed project documentation, including user stories and process maps.<br>• Serve as the primary administrator for technology applications, managing user activations and group settings.<br>• Act as the main point of contact for Microsoft tenant environment administration and coordinate vendor-driven technical updates.<br>• Design and deliver training sessions and user guides to promote adoption of new systems and tools.<br>• Draft and distribute formal communications regarding technology updates, addressing inquiries and escalating issues as needed.<br>• Support vendor management activities, including coordinating with external providers like Apple and mobile carriers.<br>• Participate in evaluating technology solutions and managing requests for proposals (RFPs).<br>• Facilitate integration between applications and identity providers to ensure seamless functionality.<br>• Assist in the implementation of SaaS solutions and reporting tools such as Power BI and SharePoint.
We are looking for an experienced Business Analyst to join our team in Southfield, Michigan. This contract position offers an excellent opportunity to leverage your analytical expertise in a manufacturing environment while supporting pricing strategies and cost analysis. The ideal candidate will bring a strong understanding of cost structures, data analysis, and pricing methodologies to drive impactful business decisions.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Analyze the effects of inflation on manufacturing costs and pricing structures to identify trends and opportunities.<br>• Collaborate with procurement teams to assess cost drivers such as minimum wage increases and material expenses.<br>• Collect, structure, and evaluate data from hundreds of customers to align bills of materials with pricing models.<br>• Estimate the financial impact of inflation on purchased components for individual customer accounts.<br>• Quantify and document inflation recovery potential to support the commercial team in updating pricing strategies.<br>• Develop and validate price lists using Excel, ensuring accuracy and usability for sales and commercial teams.<br>• Create transparent cost recovery methodologies to ensure fair pricing adjustments for customers.<br>• Regularly review bills of materials and cost structures to ensure alignment with changing input factors, such as labor and materials.<br>• Analyze foreign exchange fluctuations and their influence on material and labor costs.<br>• Utilize advanced Excel skills to build pricing models, automate data analysis, and synthesize complex datasets.
Director of Financial Reporting<br>Overview<br><br>A global, publicly traded organization in the home improvement and building products space is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Director of Financial Reporting to join its finance leadership team. This role provides strategic leadership and oversight across accounting, financial reporting, consolidation, regulatory compliance, and team development. The Director will play a critical role in ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting while driving process optimization and continuous improvement across the organization.<br><br>What You Will Do<br><br>Provide leadership and oversight across financial reporting, accounting, consolidation, and technical accounting activities<br>Oversee the global consolidation process for more than 25 operating and non-operating entities<br>Direct the timely and accurate preparation and review of quarterly and annual SEC filings, including Forms 10-Q, 10-K, and 11-K<br>Lead accounting and financial analysis for domestic and international business units, including special projects such as mergers and acquisitions<br>Maintain and update global accounting policies and lead the adoption of new accounting standards<br>Monitor and implement regulatory requirements, including ESG and sustainability reporting compliance<br>Serve as a trusted advisor to executive leadership on complex accounting and reporting matters<br>Drive standardized process oversight, optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives<br>Develop, mentor, and coach team members to build a high-performing financial reporting organization<br><br>How You Will Do It<br><br>Lead the monthly close and consolidation process across a complex, global structure<br>Provide technical accounting expertise on complex U.S. GAAP matters, including revenue recognition, leases, employee benefits, stock-based compensation, acquisition accounting, impairment testing, and cash flow reporting<br>Prepare and review technical accounting position papers and white papers<br>Oversee quarterly financial statement analysis and disclosures<br>Lead sustainability and ESG reporting efforts in alignment with regulatory requirements<br>Facilitate and lead meetings with senior executives and business unit finance leaders<br>Partner closely with internal and external auditors, tax, FP& A, legal, environmental health and safety, and business development teams<br>Deliver ad hoc financial analysis and reporting to support strategic decision-making<br><br>What We Are Looking For<br><br>13+ years of progressive experience in accounting and financial reporting, including leadership roles<br>Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (accounting concentration required)<br>CPA required<br>Deep knowledge of U.S. GAAP and SEC reporting requirements<br>Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain high ethical standards, and lead with integrity<br>Strong business acumen with the ability to navigate complexity and ambiguity<br>Proven track record of driving process improvements and continuous improvement initiatives<br>Excellent prioritization, project management, and execution skills<br>Ability to manage detailed work while maintaining a strategic, big-picture perspective<br>Experience mentoring, coaching, and developing high-performing teams<br>Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate across all levels of the organization<br>Ability to maintain confidentiality and communicate effectively with senior leadership<br>Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel<br>Experience with Workiva, ProLease, and SmartView strongly preferred<br>Occasional travel may be required
<p>Our client is a growing managed IT services provider and is seeking a <strong>Director of Technical Operations</strong> to run the day-to-day technical engine of the business. This is a senior leadership role responsible for stabilizing service delivery, strengthening operational systems, and enabling the executive team to focus on growth rather than reactive problem-solving.</p><p>This leader owns the operational layer of the organization—removing friction, eliminating repeat issues, building scalable processes, and elevating team performance across service delivery and project execution.</p><p>About Our Client</p><p>Our client is a managed IT services provider supporting small and mid-sized businesses with a strong emphasis on security, reliability, and client experience. They are a Microsoft Partner and top-tier Datto Blue Partner.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Own service delivery performance through KPIs, scorecards, and meeting cadence</li><li>Enforce escalation paths; serve as final internal escalation before executive involvement</li><li>Provide technical leadership on complex or stalled issues</li><li>Drive root-cause analysis and eliminate repeat problems</li><li>Maintain and evolve technical standards (identity, endpoint, security, backup, networking)</li><li>Own tool governance across PSA, RMM, documentation, security, and backup platforms</li><li>Improve onboarding efficiency and documentation quality</li><li>Develop team capability through coaching, training, and performance management</li><li>Partner with Customer Success and Sales/Marketing to support growth and retention</li></ul><p>Required Experience</p><ul><li>7+ years in a <strong>managed services (MSP) environment</strong></li><li>3+ years leading service delivery or operations at manager or director level</li><li>Proven success running accountability systems (KPIs, standards, performance conversations)</li><li>Strong technical credibility across Microsoft 365, identity, endpoint/security, backup/BCDR, and core networking</li></ul>
<p>Commercial Analyst</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Plymouth Area</p><p> <strong>Reports To:</strong> Senior Commercial Leadership</p><p> <strong>Status:</strong> Exempt</p><p>Our client is a <strong>large, Tier One manufacturing supplier</strong> with a long-standing reputation for quality, innovation, and operational excellence. The organization is known for its <strong>collaborative culture, high employee morale, and long-tenured workforce</strong>, offering employees the opportunity to <strong>grow and advance based on performance and merit</strong>. Excellent benefits and leadership stability make this an employer of choice.</p><p>Position Overview</p><p>The Commercial Analyst plays a critical role supporting <strong>pricing strategy, customer quotations, and commercial program finance</strong> for both new business awards and existing customer programs. This role develops and maintains <strong>complex cost and financial models</strong> to ensure profitability targets are achieved while supporting competitive customer pricing in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Develop and maintain <strong>detailed cost, pricing, and profitability models</strong> to support customer quotations, RFQs, and program awards</li><li>Analyze pricing impacts related to <strong>raw material indices, surcharges, engineering changes, and value initiatives</strong></li><li>Support <strong>commercial and program finance activities</strong> for new launches and ongoing production programs</li><li>Prepare margin analysis, contribution analysis, and scenario modeling to support management decision-making</li><li>Review bills of material, routings, and manufacturing assumptions to validate cost accuracy</li><li>Partner cross-functionally with Sales, Engineering, Operations, and Finance to align pricing with profitability objectives</li><li>Track customer pricing agreements and ensure alignment with internal systems and approvals</li><li>Provide reporting on pricing trends, risks, recovery opportunities, and program financial performance</li></ul><p>If you have questions or would like more information, please call Jeff Sokolowski at (248)365-6151. </p><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a Senior Financial Analyst Consultant to join our team on a long-term engagement. This onsite role is located in Southfield, Michigan, and offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to financial planning, analysis, and reporting within a dynamic industry. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in financial modeling, variance analysis, and advanced systems experience, particularly with OneStream.</p><p><br></p><p>The day-to-day responsibilities include: </p><p><br></p><p>• Lead annual financial planning and monthly or quarterly forecasting processes, ensuring accurate revenue and expense projections.</p><p>• Develop and maintain complex financial models to identify trends, variances, and opportunities for improvement.</p><p>• Prepare comprehensive management reporting packages, including dashboards and operational updates, to support decision-making.</p><p>• Utilize deep expertise in OneStream to create and manage reporting solutions, going beyond basic data pulling to deliver actionable insights.</p><p>• Build centralized reporting systems and distribute timely, accurate reports to stakeholders.</p><p>• Perform data reconciliation processes to verify the accuracy of financial information.</p><p>• Conduct ad hoc financial analyses and address queries during budgeting and forecasting cycles.</p><p>• Drive automation and implement process improvements across financial planning and analysis functions.</p><p>• Support stakeholders with detailed financial insights and recommendations to enhance operational performance.</p>
We are looking for an experienced FP& A Analyst to join our team on a contract basis in Wauseon, Ohio. In this role, you will support financial planning, analysis, and assistant controllership functions within a manufacturing environment. This position requires someone with a keen attention to detail and a strong background in financial reporting and variance analysis.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Perform detailed variance analysis to identify discrepancies and provide actionable insights.<br>• Analyze gross margins and inventory levels to ensure accurate reporting and effective cost management.<br>• Collaborate with the controller and staff to support financial planning and reporting needs.<br>• Review payroll, pricing strategies, and operational costs for accuracy and alignment with company goals.<br>• Prepare and present financial reports to the parent company, including key metrics and trends.<br>• Assist in managing financial data and processes to ensure compliance with internal and external standards.<br>• Provide recommendations based on financial analysis to improve business performance.<br>• Support month-end and year-end closing activities, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.<br>• Utilize advanced Microsoft Excel functions to streamline data analysis and reporting.<br>• Contribute to the continuous improvement of financial processes and systems.
<p>Are you a seasoned accounting professional seeking a new challenge and true growth potential? Our client is searching for a Senior Accountant with 5+ years of experience to join their team. In this role, you’ll play a pivotal part in driving their financial operations and have plenty of opportunity to advance your career within their organization. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead the preparation and analysis of financial statements and management reports.</li><li>Partner closely with Project Managers, VP of Finance, and Project Controllers to ensure financial transparency and operational efficiency.</li><li>Manage month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring timely and accurate results.</li><li>Oversee account reconciliations, journal entries, and compliance with GAAP.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business initiatives and process improvements.</li><li>Mentor junior accountants, fostering their professional development.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Plant Controller (Greenfield Manufacturing Plant) — Our Client</p><p><strong>Overview</strong></p><p> Our client, a growing manufacturing organization, is launching a <strong>greenfield plant</strong> and is hiring a <strong>Plant Controller</strong> to help build the finance foundation from the ground up. This is a <strong>high-visibility leadership role</strong> with exposure to senior and executive leadership. The Plant Controller partners closely with the Plant Manager and leadership team, spends time on the plant floor, and helps <strong>develop best practices</strong>, controls, reporting, and dashboarding supported by <strong>strong technology and modern tools</strong>.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead plant financial operations, reporting, controls, and accountability to results.</li><li>Drive annual budget, monthly forecast, and ongoing variance analysis (labor, materials, overhead, productivity).</li><li>Prepare and present daily/weekly/monthly financial reporting and plant KPI dashboards.</li><li>Support month-end close, inventory accounting, cycle counts/physical inventory, and perpetual inventory monitoring.</li><li>Provide financial impact analysis for engineering changes, capital/spend requests, and operational initiatives.</li><li>Partner with operations, supply chain, engineering, and materials teams to support continuous improvement (Kaizen/lean).</li><li>Support A/P, A/R, payroll, and purchasing workflows; strengthen processes as the plant scales.</li><li>Coach, develop, and manage plant accounting/finance staff in a collaborative team environment.</li><li>Perform other duties as needed in a dynamic, fast-paced plant setting.</li></ul><p><strong>Travel</strong></p><p> Minimal travel may be required for training or controllership conferences.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate and confidential consideration please call Jeff Sokolowski directly at (248)365-6131 or apply directly today. </p>
<p>Our client is a well-established and growing manufacturing organization seeking a Plant Controller to serve as the senior finance leader at the plant level with <strong>full P& L responsibility</strong>. This role is critical to ensuring accurate product costing, strong inventory controls, and complete financial ownership of plant performance.</p><p><br></p><p>The Plant Controller will partner closely with plant leadership and corporate finance, acting as a true business partner to operations with end-to-end accountability for the plant’s financial results. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who thrives in a hands-on manufacturing environment and wants full visibility and ownership of plant economics.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Controller Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Own the plant P& L, including revenue, cost of goods sold, operating expenses, and margin performance</li><li>Maintain and manage the plant’s standard costing system, including cost roll-ups, updates, and variance analysis</li><li>Analyze manufacturing variances (material, labor, and overhead) and partner with operations on root-cause analysis and corrective actions</li><li>Lead inventory accounting and controls, including cycle counts, physical inventories, reserves, and reconciliations</li><li>Drive accurate and timely month-end close and reporting for the plant</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning with full accountability for plant financial results</li><li>Monitor capital expenditures and fixed assets at the plant level</li><li>Ensure strong internal controls and compliance with GAAP and company policies</li><li>Serve as a key financial advisor to plant leadership, providing insights to improve profitability and operational efficiency</li></ul><p><strong>Why This Opportunity</strong></p><ul><li>Full ownership role with direct impact on plant performance and results</li><li>High visibility with both plant leadership and corporate finance</li><li>Stable organization with continued investment in manufacturing operations</li></ul><p>For immediate consideration call Jimmy Tunney at 517-657-8054.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Controller to join our team in Wauseon, Ohio. This role is essential in overseeing financial operations, ensuring accuracy in reporting, and implementing effective controls. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in accounting and finance within a manufacturing environment and demonstrate a commitment to driving efficiency and process improvements.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead and manage the daily operations of the accounting team, including general accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and fixed assets.<br>• Prepare and maintain accurate profit and loss statements and balance sheet reports, providing detailed variance analysis to highlight performance drivers.<br>• Ensure timely completion and distribution of internal and external financial reports, including monthly statements and annual audit documentation.<br>• Oversee company-wide general ledgers and consolidated financial statement reporting, ensuring compliance with revenue recognition standards.<br>• Analyze and interpret accounting transactions and records to prepare comprehensive financial statements.<br>• Collaborate with external auditors during the annual audit process, providing necessary documentation and analysis.<br>• Coordinate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, ensuring all entries are recorded within established deadlines.<br>• Drive process improvements within accounting operations, enhancing financial systems and streamlining close procedures.<br>• Develop and enforce robust internal controls and operational processes to align with corporate guidelines and ensure efficiency.<br>• Document key business processes and accounting policies to support knowledge sharing, cross-training, and continuous improvement initiatives.
We are looking for an experienced Controller to join our team in Wauseon, Ohio. This role is essential in managing the financial operations of the organization, ensuring accuracy in reporting, and maintaining compliance with accounting standards. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership skills and a proven ability to improve processes within a manufacturing-based environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead and oversee the accounting functions, including general accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and fixed asset management, while coordinating with treasury and payroll operations.<br>• Prepare and manage profit and loss statements and balance sheet reports with precision, providing detailed variance analysis to highlight performance drivers.<br>• Ensure timely and accurate distribution of financial reports, including internal and external statements and audit documentation.<br>• Supervise general ledger activities and consolidate financial statements while applying revenue recognition principles effectively.<br>• Analyze and interpret accounting records and transactions to facilitate the preparation of financial statements.<br>• Support the annual audit process by collaborating with external auditors and providing necessary data and analysis.<br>• Coordinate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes, ensuring all transactions are recorded promptly and accurately.<br>• Implement and drive accounting process improvements, enhancing efficiency in financial systems, monthly close activities, and transaction management.<br>• Develop and maintain robust internal controls and operational processes to align with corporate standards and ensure compliance.<br>• Document and refine business processes and accounting policies to foster continuous improvement and support cross-training initiatives.
