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Assistant Controller

Detroit, MI
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 110000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an Assistant Controller to help lead accounting and financial operations for our organization in Detroit, Michigan. This role will oversee core accounting activities, support accurate and timely reporting, and provide financial insight that helps leadership make sound business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, a hands-on approach to month-end close, and the ability to strengthen controls, planning, and overall financial performance. Responsibilities: • Lead daily accounting activities across the general ledger, payables, receivables, payroll, and invoicing functions to maintain accurate financial operations. • Manage monthly and annual close cycles, ensuring deadlines are met and financial results are reported with precision. • Prepare and review financial statements, internal reporting packages, forecasts, and budget materials for leadership use. • Establish and maintain accounting policies, process controls, and oversight measures that protect assets and support regulatory compliance. • Coordinate audit support and collaborate with external accounting partners on tax filings, financial reviews, and year-end requirements. • Oversee the completion and submission of required financial, tax, and compliance-related reports at the federal and state levels. • Drive the annual budget process and ongoing forecasting efforts by analyzing historical results, current performance, and future business expectations. • Evaluate financial variances, cash flow, liquidity, and working capital trends, and recommend actions to improve results and operational stability. • Partner with company leadership to assess profitability, support investment decisions, and identify opportunities related to growth, efficiency, and capital planning.
2026-05-05T00:00:00Z

Assistant Controller

Clinton Township, MI
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Temporary / Contract
40 - 45 USD / Hourly
Controller Our trusted client is looking for a Controller to support financial operations for a construction business in Clinton Township, Michigan. This is a Contract position, with potential to become permanent, focused on overseeing project-based accounting activities, maintaining accurate corporate financial records, and driving a timely month-end close process. The role works closely with project managers and internal stakeholders to monitor budgets, manage billing workflows, and prepare reliable reporting for leadership and external auditors. The day-to-day responsibilities include:• Oversee accounting activity for 20 to 40 active construction projects, ensuring financial records remain accurate, current, and aligned with project performance.• Administer client invoicing processes, including AIA billing, while tracking documentation such as lien waivers and other contract-related financial requirements.• Manage job cost reporting and work-in-progress analysis to help monitor contract status, profitability, and budget performance across multiple projects.• Lead month-end close activities by reconciling accounts, reviewing balance sheet detail, and preparing complete financial information for corporate reporting.• Partner with project managers to review change orders, evaluate cost movements, and maintain visibility into project budgets throughout the project lifecycle.• Prepare cash flow reporting, including daily cash position updates, to support planning and operational decision-making.• Compile corporate financial statements and supporting schedules for review by external auditors responsible for tax filing activities.• Use Sage 100 Contractor to maintain accounting records, generate reports, and support construction-specific financial processes.
2026-05-05T00:00:00Z

Controller

Warren, MI
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Temporary / Contract
50 - 65 USD / Hourly
Controller - PLEX Consultant Our trusted client is looking for an experienced Controller to support a Contract assignment in Warren, Michigan. This position will guide finance teams in using Plex more effectively by strengthening reporting practices, improving financial processes, and delivering practical training tailored to day-to-day operations. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in finance system modules and can translate technical capabilities into clear, useful methods for month-end analysis and decision-making. The day-to-day responsibilities include:• Deliver structured, hands-on training to finance team members using practical business scenarios and role-specific examples within Plex.• Advise stakeholders on how to improve financial workflows, reporting methods, and overall use of finance system capabilities to support stronger business outcomes.• Develop approaches for month-end reporting that compare actual performance against plans and forecasts with greater clarity and usability.• Analyze reporting gaps and create more effective methods for reviewing purchase price variance and other key financial variances.• Recommend ways to expand beyond standard system reports by building processes that produce more meaningful operational and financial insight.• Support the team in investigating inconsistencies in reported values by identifying drill-down methods and improving monthly analysis techniques.• Partner with finance leadership to refine reporting methodology and establish practical best practices for recurring financial review activities.• Identify opportunities for process improvement that increase efficiency, consistency, and the overall value gained from Plex finance modules.
2026-05-11T00:00:00Z

Controller

Clinton Township, MI
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Permanent / Full Time
115000 - 130000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Controller to join our team in Michigan and serve as a key financial leader within the organization. This role offers the chance to work closely with ownership and operational leadership, providing guidance that supports business performance and long-term growth. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to partner effectively with project teams in a dynamic environment. Responsibilities: • Direct the monthly and annual close process, ensuring accurate financial results, organizational reporting, and percentage-of-completion accounting. • Manage project-based accounting activities for a high volume of active jobs, including cost tracking, budget oversight, and timely financial analysis. • Collaborate in person with Project Managers to review change orders, compare budgets to actual performance, and identify reporting variances that require attention. • Lead billing administration and lien waiver coordination, making sure documentation is complete, accurate, and aligned with project requirements. • Prepare schedules, reports, and supporting materials needed by external accounting partners for tax work and audit-related review. • Oversee payroll administration through the external processing provider and verify the accuracy of related records and submissions. • Review progress reporting from Sage and validate that project data entered by operations supports reliable financial reporting. • Strengthen internal controls, refine accounting workflows, and improve documentation standards to support consistency and compliance. • Supervise and develop accounting and administrative staff while fostering accountability, collaboration, and continued growth. • Provide leadership with forecasting, cash flow insight, and recommendations for process improvements, including the use of technology and automation tools.
2026-05-13T00:00:00Z

Controller

Birmingham, MI
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Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 115000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Controller to oversee core accounting activities and deliver dependable financial reporting for our team in Birmingham, Michigan. This position works closely with senior leadership to keep financial operations organized, accurate, and on schedule, while supporting payroll, reconciliations, and monthly reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting judgment, hospitality or real estate industry experience, and the ability to manage details without losing sight of deadlines. The Controller will be the sole accounting person onsite so this person will need to be very comfortable with Full Cycle Accounting through month end close as well as accounting operations. Responsibilities:• Manage recurring payroll data entry and coordinate timely submission to the external payroll provider for bi-weekly processing.• Prepare supporting schedules and reporting for sales tax and occupancy tax filings, ensuring accuracy and compliance with deadlines.• Produce monthly and annual financial statements by gathering, reviewing, and interpreting accounting data from multiple sources.• Lead the month-end and year-end close process, including journal entries, general ledger review, and completion of supporting workpapers.• Reconcile bank and balance sheet accounts each month, investigate discrepancies, and maintain accurate cash records.• Organize financial documentation and provide requested materials to support internal audit activity and management review.• Maintain accounting records in alignment with internal policies, established procedures, and sound financial controls.• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities by reviewing invoice submissions, validating payment details, and assisting with regular check processing.• Partner with the Bookkeeper to research guest account activity, verify charges, and help resolve disputed transactions or chargebacks.
2026-05-12T00:00:00Z

Corporate Controller

Detroit, MI
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Permanent / Full Time
175000 - 200000 USD / Yearly
Position: ControllerReports To: Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Location: Detroit, MIMinimum Experience: 8+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership role About the OpportunityOur 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. Key ResponsibilitiesDay-to-Day:<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>Month-End:<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>Year-End:<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>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.
2026-04-20T00:00:00Z