<p><strong>Position:</strong> Controller</p><p><strong>Reports To:</strong> Chief Financial Officer (CFO)</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Detroit, MI</p><p><strong>Minimum Experience:</strong> 8+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership role</p><p><br></p><p><strong>About the Opportunity</strong></p><p>Our client, a manufacturer of premium, high-end products, is seeking a dynamic and experienced Controller to join their leadership team. This position plays a critical role in overseeing accounting operations, driving process improvements, and ensuring compliance and accuracy across all financial activities. The Controller will report directly to the CFO and partner with leadership across the organization to deliver strategic financial insights that support growth and operational excellence.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Day-to-Day:</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee accounting operations including AP, AR, payroll, and general ledger management.</li><li>Ensure accuracy, compliance, and timeliness of all financial transactions.</li><li>Lead, mentor, and develop a team of accounting professionals across multiple business lines.</li><li>Partner cross-functionally with leadership to deliver financial insights and drive process enhancements.</li></ul><p><strong>Month-End:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage month-end close, including reconciliations and preparation of accurate financial statements.</li><li>Analyze variances and deliver clear commentary to leadership.</li><li>Monitor cash flow and working capital performance.</li></ul><p><strong>Year-End:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead the annual close process and external audit coordination.</li><li>Oversee tax preparation and compliance through third-party providers.</li><li>Support annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning cycles.</li></ul><p>If you have questions or would like more information please call Jeff Sokolowski directly at (248)365-6131. For immediate and confidential please apply today.</p>
<p>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. </p><p><br></p><p>The day-to-day responsibilities include: </p><p><br></p><p>• Manage the preparation and review of financial statements and reports to ensure accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Implement and oversee accounting procedures, including general ledger maintenance, payroll, inventory, and subsidiary ledgers.</p><p>• Conduct cost analyses and rate studies to evaluate financial performance and optimize expenses.</p><p>• Coordinate external audit processes and ensure timely submission of financial documentation.</p><p>• Supervise vendor onboarding, purchasing activities, and procurement to maintain operational efficiency.</p><p>• Establish and refine system controls for financial and administrative processes, ensuring continuous improvements.</p><p>• Participate in employee onboarding, payroll processing, and benefits enrollment coordination.</p><p>• Negotiate contracts and review proposals to achieve cost-effective procurement within budgetary constraints.</p><p>• Approve invoices and oversee payment processing to maintain accurate financial records.</p><p>• Address and resolve discrepancies in goods or services by collaborating with vendors and quality control teams.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to join our team in Livonia, Michigan. In this role, you will collaborate closely with the Corporate Controller and senior leadership to manage essential accounting operations, ensure compliance, and uphold robust internal controls. This position is ideal for someone with a strong attention to detail, a background in financial reporting, and process improvement who thrives in a dynamic environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead and oversee month-end closing processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.<br>• Manage general ledger operations and maintain data integrity across accounting systems.<br>• Prepare and review financial statements in alignment with regulatory and company standards.<br>• Support audit processes by coordinating with external auditors and facilitating documentation.<br>• Develop and implement improvements to accounting practices and internal controls.<br>• Collaborate with leadership on financial analyses and strategy development.<br>• Monitor compliance with tax regulations and reporting requirements.<br>• Assist in managing accounting aspects of mergers and acquisitions, including integration processes.<br>• Provide mentorship and guidance to accounting staff to foster growth and development.<br>• Contribute to the identification and execution of operational efficiencies within the finance function.
<p>Our client is seeking an experienced Controller Consultant for a long-term engagement in Troy, Michigan. In this role, you will take charge of overseeing accounting processes, ensuring operational efficiency, and holding team members accountable for their responsibilities. This position requires someone who can identify areas for improvement and implement effective solutions to maintain smooth workflows.</p><p><br></p><p>The day-to-day responsibilities include: </p><p><br></p><p>• Provide leadership and guidance to the team, helping them understand their roles and meet their responsibilities.</p><p>• Hold team members accountable for completing assigned tasks and address obstacles to their progress.</p><p>• Identify inefficiencies and propose actionable solutions to optimize operational workflows.</p><p>• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records, ensuring consistency and precision.</p><p>• Collaborate with various departments to ensure alignment on financial procedures and goals.</p><p>• Monitor team performance and provide constructive feedback to drive improvement.</p><p>• Assist in managing special projects related to financial operations and organizational objectives.</p><p>• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for accounting and operational processes.</p><p>• Ensure the smooth functioning of financial systems and address challenges as they arise.</p>
<p><strong>Workday Finance Product Lead</strong></p><p><strong>Department:</strong> Corporate Finance Systems</p><p> <strong>Confidential Search</strong></p><p> <strong>Location:</strong> Remote (Quarterly travel to Michigan headquarters)</p><p><strong>Role Overview</strong></p><p>Our client, a global leader in its industry, is seeking a Workday Finance Product Lead to serve as the finance-facing owner of its Workday Financial Management platform. This role sits at the intersection of accounting, finance operations, and enterprise systems, with primary responsibility for ensuring Workday supports accurate financial reporting, scalable processes, and strong internal controls across a complex, international organization.</p><p>This position is ideal for a finance professional with deep accounting experience who has led Workday Financials implementations and served as a Workday administrator. The role partners closely with global accounting and finance leadership to translate financial requirements into effective system design and execution.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Act as the finance product owner for Workday Financial Management, representing accounting and finance priorities across the organization</li><li>Lead and support Workday Financials implementations, enhancements, and ongoing system administration</li><li>Partner with accounting and finance leadership to align Workday functionality with close, reporting, procurement, expense, and project accounting processes</li><li>Develop and maintain a finance-driven roadmap that supports reporting accuracy, operational efficiency, and future growth</li><li>Translate accounting and finance requirements into detailed functional designs and Workday configurations</li><li>Oversee functional delivery of initiatives, ensuring adherence to financial controls, timelines, and quality standards</li><li>Provide guidance on Workday integrations, data flows, and downstream reporting dependencies</li><li>Serve as a key escalation point for system-related accounting issues, driving root-cause analysis and sustainable solutions</li><li>Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to support compliance, audit readiness, and risk management</li><li>Support governance, documentation, and change management related to financial systems</li></ul><p>For immediate and confidential consideration please apply today. If you have questions, or if you would like more information, please call Jeff Sokolowski directly at (248)365-6131.</p>
<p>This role partners closely with global Finance stakeholders to evaluate, redesign, and continuously enhance the organization’s Workday Financial Management platform. The Workday Finance Product Lead blends deep knowledge of financial processes with strong Workday expertise to improve efficiency, data integrity, and overall user experience across the enterprise.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Gain and maintain a deep understanding of the current Workday Financial Management environment and its global deployment.</li><li>Build strong, trusted partnerships with Finance leadership and key stakeholders.</li><li>Translate Finance business objectives into technology-driven solutions by identifying gaps, risks, and optimization opportunities within Workday.</li><li>Create and present a clear, actionable roadmap that aligns Finance and IT priorities with business goals.</li><li>Define initiative scope, gather and document business requirements, and design appropriate Workday and related system solutions.</li><li>Collaborate with Program Management to plan and sequence upcoming initiatives.</li><li>Own and lead the functional delivery of active Workday Finance initiatives.</li><li>Proactively communicate risks, limitations, and challenges, maintaining a solution-oriented mindset.</li><li>Investigate Workday application issues, clearly communicate findings, and coordinate resolution efforts with internal teams and Workday as needed.</li><li>Advise team members on Workday configuration decisions and support the design of integrations with Finance and enterprise systems.</li><li>Support compliance activities and contribute to risk assessment efforts related to financial systems.</li></ul><p>Qualifications & Experience</p><ul><li>5–10 years of experience designing and delivering Workday Financial Management solutions within a global organization.</li><li>Hands-on experience with Workday Finance modules such as Core Financials, Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Adaptive Planning, Expenses, Projects, and Reporting.</li><li>Familiarity with Workday integrations (native and middleware-based); exposure to Extend and Accounting Center is a plus.</li><li>Strong understanding of global finance processes, reporting requirements, and operational challenges (CPA or similar finance certification is highly desirable).</li><li>Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all organizational levels.</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.</li><li>Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and deliver results.</li><li>Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills, with the ability to navigate complex or unfamiliar environments.</li></ul>
