We are looking for a strategic finance leader to guide accounting operations and financial planning for our machinery manufacturing business in Temperance, Michigan. This role will oversee core reporting activities, strengthen financial controls, and deliver insights that support sound operational and commercial decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong manufacturing finance experience, a hands-on leadership style, and the ability to balance day-to-day accuracy with long-term financial performance.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the monthly, quarterly, and year-end accounting close cycle, ensuring timely reporting and alignment with applicable accounting standards.<br>• Lead the preparation and review of financial statements, journal entries, account reconciliations, and general ledger activity to maintain reliable financial records.<br>• Manage and develop the accounting team, setting clear expectations and reinforcing consistent application of finance policies and procedures.<br>• Oversee manufacturing finance activities such as cost accounting, inventory valuation, fixed asset tracking, margin review, and work-in-progress reporting.<br>• Design and enhance internal controls and accounting practices to improve reporting accuracy, compliance, and process efficiency.<br>• Partner with department leaders to drive annual budgets, periodic forecasts, and broader financial planning efforts.<br>• Evaluate business results, identify trends affecting profitability, and recommend actions to improve financial and operational performance.<br>• Monitor liquidity through cash flow forecasting, while supporting effective management of receivables, payables, banking relationships, and working capital.<br>• Provide financial guidance on customer programs, pricing decisions, contract performance, and cross-functional initiatives involving operations, sales, purchasing, and project management.<br>• Prepare leadership reporting and coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors, and financial institutions as needed.
<p>Forensic Accounting Analyst</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Southfield, Michigan (Onsite)</p><p><strong>Compensation:</strong> Competitive salary + comprehensive benefits</p><p>Join a Growing Forensic Accounting & Investigations Practice</p><p>Our Robert Half client is a <strong>successful, growing law firm</strong> with an outstanding reputation, collaborative culture, and long-tenured team. As the firm continues to expand its <strong>Forensics & Investigations Practice</strong>, they are seeking a <strong>Forensic Accounting Analyst</strong> to join a dynamic group of attorneys and financial professionals.</p><p>This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounting or finance professional looking to move beyond traditional corporate accounting into financial investigations, litigation support, fiduciary engagements, receiverships, bankruptcy matters, and business consulting. Every engagement presents a unique challenge, offering continuous learning, professional growth, and meaningful client impact.</p><p>Position Summary</p><p>Reporting directly to the leader of the firm's Forensics & Investigations Practice, the Forensic Accounting Analyst will support complex financial investigations, litigation matters, forensic accounting engagements, and the financial management of companies operating under court-appointed receiverships.</p><p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Analyze financial statements, accounting records, bank activity, and business transactions.</li><li>Conduct forensic accounting investigations and identify financial irregularities.</li><li>Prepare financial analyses, schedules, reports, and supporting documentation for litigation matters.</li><li>Assist with receivership engagements, including cash management, forecasting, budgeting, and financial reporting.</li><li>Evaluate profitability, cash flow, operational performance, and financial trends.</li><li>Develop advanced Excel models and analyze large, complex data sets.</li><li>Trace assets and reconstruct financial activity when necessary.</li><li>Support attorneys with financial discovery and document analysis.</li><li>Prepare reports for courts, lenders, creditors, and other stakeholders.</li><li>Evaluate internal controls and recommend operational improvements.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Why Consider This Opportunity?</p><ul><li>Join a successful, growing law firm investing in its forensic accounting practice.</li><li>Work directly with experienced attorneys and financial professionals on high-impact engagements.</li><li>Gain exposure to fraud investigations, litigation support, fiduciary services, receiverships, and complex financial disputes.</li><li>Outstanding culture built on collaboration, teamwork, and professional development.</li><li>Diverse, intellectually challenging work where no two days are the same.</li><li>Competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and long-term career growth.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Chief Financial Officer (CFO)</p><p><strong>A Robert Half Exclusive Search – Bridge Business Credit</strong></p><p><strong>Reports to: Ownership Group | Troy, Michigan</strong></p><p>Company & Opportunity</p><p>Bridge Business Credit is a privately held, non-bank asset-based lender providing working capital solutions to small and middle-market businesses. Established in 2002, Bridge has funded more than $700 million in lending solutions and built its reputation through a nimble, relationship-driven approach that helps clients stabilize, grow and ultimately transition to conventional bank financing.</p><p>Following exceptional <strong>10x growth over the past five years</strong>, Bridge is seeking an accomplished <strong>Chief Financial Officer</strong> to join its executive leadership team and help lead the company through its next phase of growth.</p><p>The CFO will serve as a strategic partner to the Ownership Group and executive team, bringing sophisticated financial modeling, forecasting, capital planning, margin analysis and performance management capabilities to the organization.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p><strong>Strategic Finance & Growth</strong></p><ul><li>Serve as the company’s senior financial strategist, translating complex financial data into actionable business insights.</li><li>Develop advanced financial models, forecasts and scenario analyses supporting growth, profitability and investment decisions.</li><li>Partner with leadership and business development on pricing, portfolio yield, revenue enhancement and margin expansion strategies.</li><li>Establish disciplined budgeting, cost controls and scalable processes to improve operating leverage as the company grows.</li></ul><p><strong>Capital & Liquidity Management</strong></p><ul><li>Optimize debt and equity structure to support growth and maximize return on equity.</li><li>Lead liquidity, capital planning and cash management strategies.</li><li>Manage senior lending relationships, reporting requirements and covenant compliance.</li><li>Develop relationships with prospective bank participants and alternative senior lenders.</li><li>Negotiate favorable financing terms and evaluate subordinated debt and other capital alternatives.</li></ul><p><strong>Risk & Operations</strong></p><ul><li>Partner with the Chief Credit Officer on financial analysis and portfolio risk management.</li><li>Support continuous improvement across underwriting, portfolio management, collateral monitoring and treasury operations.</li></ul><p><strong>Ownership & Executive Reporting</strong></p><ul><li>Deliver timely financial reporting and strategic analysis to ownership and executive leadership.</li><li>Develop board-ready financial packages, dashboards, forecasts and presentations.</li><li>Partner with outside advisors to understand key valuation drivers and incorporate findings into strategic planning.</li></ul><p><strong>Accounting & Administration</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee accounting, IT, HR/payroll, corporate risk management and other administrative functions.</li><li>Lead and mentor the Controller while establishing scalable best practices.</li><li>Ensure GAAP-compliant financial reporting and oversee external audit and tax relationships.</li></ul><p>For immediate and confidential consideration please contact Jeff Sokolowski at (248)365-6131,</p>
<p>We are looking for a Sr. Financial Analyst to support pricing and profitability decisions across retail and foodservice channels in Farmington Hills, Michigan. This role partners with commercial teams to turn financial and market data into recommendations that strengthen margins, improve revenue quality, and guide account strategy. The position combines analytical rigor, forecasting, and cross-functional collaboration to help leaders make sound decisions on contracts, bids, pricing actions, and growth opportunities.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Shape pricing plans for assigned customer portfolios with a focus on profitability, sustainable growth, and market competitiveness.</p><p>• Review renewals, bid submissions, and proposed price changes to determine financial impact and support effective decision-making.</p><p>• Examine volume patterns, customer performance, and market activity to uncover risks and opportunities, then share clear recommendations with business leaders.</p><p>• Build financial models, what-if scenarios, and margin analyses to evaluate pricing choices and quantify potential outcomes.</p><p>• Track gross-to-net results, identify sources of margin erosion, and recommend steps to improve pricing performance.</p><p>• Produce revenue and margin forecasts using demand trends, cost movements, and other key business drivers.</p><p>• Measure price realization and related performance indicators, translating findings into actionable guidance for leadership.</p><p>• Partner with Sales, Marketing, and Customer Service to align pricing decisions with customer strategy, negotiations, and account plans.</p><p>• Maintain accurate pricing execution, supporting documentation, and account-related information within pricing and trade management tools.</p><p>• Enhance dashboards, reporting tools, and analytical frameworks to improve speed, visibility, and quality of pricing decisions.</p>
<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>