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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.
2026-09-28T00:00:00Z

Tax Director/Manager - Corporate

Birmingham, MI
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Permanent / Full Time
155000 - 175000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced tax leader to guide corporate tax strategy and global income tax reporting for a multinational manufacturing organization. This role will work closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to support financial reporting, compliance, planning, and business initiatives across U.S. and Latin American operations. The position is well suited for an individual who combines deep technical tax knowledge with strong leadership, sound judgment, and the ability to improve processes in a complex global environment. Responsibilities: • Direct the preparation of quarterly and annual global income tax provisions under ASC 740, including analysis of domestic and international inputs, uncertain tax positions, valuation allowances, supporting schedules, and financial statement disclosures. • Establish and maintain companywide standards for income tax accounting and reporting, with a focus on consistency, internal control effectiveness, and accurate external reporting. • Lead tax forecasting and budget activities by evaluating effective tax rate drivers, intercompany transactions, and projected cash tax obligations. • Manage tax-related audit activity by coordinating with external auditors, overseeing documentation, and supporting governance and control requirements. • Advise regional finance and operational leaders on tax considerations tied to growth plans, strategic decisions, and day-to-day business activities across U.S. and Latin American markets. • Oversee direct tax compliance and planning for federal, state, local, and international jurisdictions while monitoring risk exposure and significant tax positions. • Guide transfer pricing execution by supporting intercompany pricing frameworks, documentation, controversy matters, and tax aspects of organizational changes. • Partner with Finance, Legal, Treasury, and business leadership on mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, restructurings, and other strategic transactions to assess tax impact and opportunities. • Track tax law and regulatory changes and provide leadership with practical recommendations related to risk, planning opportunities, and operational implications. • Develop the tax function through mentorship, performance leadership, and process improvements involving automation, analytics, and tax technology tools.
2026-10-01T00:00:00Z

Corporate Attorney

Detroit, MI
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Permanent / Full Time
0 - 0 USD / Yearly
We are looking for a Corporate Attorney to join a respected legal practice in Detroit, Michigan, supporting clients through sophisticated business and transactional matters. This opportunity is ideal for a lawyer who enjoys guiding organizations through critical deals, offering practical counsel, and working closely with colleagues on complex corporate issues. The role provides meaningful exposure to mergers and acquisitions, governance matters, and other strategic business transactions in a collaborative, high-performing environment. Responsibilities:• Transactional work across a range of corporate matters, including acquisitions, mergers, divestitures, joint ventures, and financing arrangements.• Prepare, review, and negotiate detailed agreements and supporting documents related to purchase transactions, company operations, commercial arrangements, and venture structures.• Perform comprehensive due diligence to evaluate legal exposure, surface material issues, and help shape effective deal strategies.• Advise clients on corporate structure, governance obligations, securities-related considerations, and other legal matters affecting business operations.• Partner with attorneys and cross-functional professionals to keep transactions moving efficiently from initial planning through closing.• Analyze complex legal questions and recommend practical solutions that align with client objectives and transaction timelines.• Monitor changes in applicable laws, regulations, and market developments to support informed client guidance and sound legal strategy.
2026-10-16T00:00:00Z

Controller

Warren, MI
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Permanent / Full Time
120000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
Due to company growth, our client is adding an Assistant Controller / Controller to work directly alongside the CFO. This newly created position will support accounting, finance, payroll, HR, banking, financial reporting, and month-end close activities while helping build processes and scale the organization. Key Responsibilities • Partner with the CFO to support the Accounting and Finance department. • Assist with month-end and year-end close processes. • Manage general ledger activities, reconciliations, and financial reporting. • Support payroll, HR administration, and banking functions. • Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cash management. • Support audits, compliance efforts, and process improvements. • Collaborate with project and operational teams. • Participate in special projects and strategic initiatives.
2026-09-29T00:00:00Z

Controller

Monroe, MI
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Permanent / Full Time
190000 - 210000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead the accounting function and provide financial guidance that supports business performance. This role will oversee the close process, strengthen reporting accuracy, and help shape planning decisions through budgets, forecasts, and long-range analysis. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, sound judgment, and a background in manufacturing finance. Responsibilities: • Lead the monthly and year-end close processes, ensuring financial results are completed accurately and on schedule. • Oversee the accounting team, setting clear expectations, supporting career development, and driving strong performance across the department. • Prepare and review monthly and annual financial reports while maintaining compliance with generally accepted accounting principles. • Establish, enhance, and monitor accounting policies and internal controls to improve reliability and reduce financial risk. • Drive process improvements across receivables, inventory, payables, fixed assets, and payroll to increase efficiency and strengthen control procedures. • Build annual operating plans, quarterly forecasts, and longer-range financial models to support strategic decision-making. • Analyze business results, highlight key performance trends, and explain differences between actual performance and budgeted targets. • Maintain reconciliations and supporting documentation for general ledger balances and reported financial statement amounts. • Manage standard costing activities, including variance review and reporting, within a manufacturing environment. • Support special financial reporting needs and contribute to finance-related system implementation or migration initiatives when applicable.
2026-09-29T00:00:00Z

Controller

Detroit, MI
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Temporary / Contract
55 - 70 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Contract Controller to support financial leadership for a real estate development organization in Detroit, Michigan. This role will oversee accounting operations, strengthen financial controls, and deliver accurate reporting that supports business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong controllership expertise, hands-on knowledge of real estate finance, and the ability to manage deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities: • Lead day-to-day accounting activities, including general ledger oversight, reconciliations, and month-end close processes. • Prepare timely and accurate financial statements, management reports, and supporting analyses for leadership review. • Monitor budgets, cash flow, and project-level financial performance across real estate development activities. • Establish and maintain internal controls that promote compliance, accuracy, and consistency in financial reporting. • Coordinate with project teams, external accountants, and other stakeholders to resolve financial issues and improve reporting quality. • Review accounting records and supporting documentation to ensure transactions are recorded properly and in accordance with company policies. • Support audits, tax preparation, and regulatory reporting by organizing schedules and responding to information requests. • Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows and implement more efficient financial processes where needed.
2026-10-19T00:00:00Z

Controller

Dearborn Heights, MI
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Permanent / Full Time
140000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Controller to join a growing aftermarket automotive parts company in Michigan. This permanent position will lead core accounting operations, support timely and accurate financial reporting, and provide insight through budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis. The ideal candidate brings strong inventory accounting knowledge and a hands-on approach to managing the day-to-day financial activities of the business. Responsibilities: • Direct daily accounting activities, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and financial data remains current and reliable. • Partner with leadership to complete monthly and year-end close processes, including reconciliations and preparation of financial reports. • Develop budgets and forecasts, then evaluate actual results against expectations to identify trends and explain variances. • Oversee general ledger maintenance, cash management, and the preparation of financial statements in accordance with reporting needs. • Manage inventory-related accounting processes, including valuation, tracking, and support for annual physical inventory procedures. • Apply job costing principles to monitor product and operational costs, helping improve visibility into profitability. • Maintain and optimize accounting records within QuickBooks Enterprise, supporting efficient reporting and internal financial controls. • Analyze cost and operational data to provide actionable recommendations that strengthen financial performance and decision-making.
2026-09-28T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager

Davisburg, MI
remote
Temporary / Contract
43.5385 - 50.413 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager Contractor to support an engagement in Davisburg, Michigan. This role is ideal for a hands-on accountant who can dive into the general ledger, assess the accuracy of financial data, and strengthen reporting practices through careful analysis. The selected candidate will review key account balances, resolve discrepancies, and help improve the processes and controls that support reliable financial reporting. This is a Contract position. This role requires onsite attendance in Davisburg, MI one day per week. The day-to-day responsibilities include: • Examine balance sheet and income statement activity to confirm accuracy and identify inconsistencies requiring follow-up.• Work directly within QuickBooks Online to analyze general ledger transactions, trace account activity, and resolve problem areas.• Perform detailed account reconciliations and prepare adjusting journal entries to correct accounting issues.• Support month-end close activities by validating balances, reviewing financial results, and ensuring records are complete.• Investigate the root causes of accounting errors and recommend practical steps to reduce future discrepancies.• Evaluate existing accounting workflows and strengthen internal controls that improve the quality of financial reporting.• Partner with stakeholders to explain findings, document corrections, and maintain clear accounting support schedules.
2026-10-15T00:00:00Z

Accounting Manager

Detroit, MI
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Permanent / Full Time
80000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
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. Responsibilities: • Direct the monthly close process, ensuring financial records are completed accurately and on schedule. • Manage general ledger activity, including journal entries, reconciliations, and review of account balances. • Oversee grant-related accounting to support proper tracking, reporting, and compliance with funding requirements. • Prepare and review financial information used for internal reporting, budgeting, and external audit support. • Lead nonprofit budgeting activities by monitoring actual results, analyzing variances, and coordinating with stakeholders. • Supervise accounting staff, provide day-to-day guidance, and support the development of a productive team environment. • Partner with internal departments to resolve accounting issues and improve the flow of financial information. • Support audit readiness by maintaining organized documentation and responding to requests related to financial statement reviews.
2026-09-28T00:00:00Z

Manager of Financial Reporting and Accounting

Bloomfield Hills, MI
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Permanent / Full Time
120000 - 150000 USD / Yearly
Our Robert Half client is a growing, publicly traded company seeking a Manager of Accounting & External Reporting. Join a collaborative team where your ideas and contributions are valued. The company offers exposure to leaders across the business, opportunities to rotate into other finance roles, and advancement based on merit and results.In this visible corporate finance position, you will help deliver accurate external reporting while building relationships with finance partners throughout the organization. You will work on SEC filings, complex accounting matters and initiatives that improve how financial information is prepared and communicated.What you’ll do<ul><li>Take a leading role in quarterly and annual SEC reporting, including financial statements, footnote disclosures and supporting schedules.</li><li>Coordinate close and consolidation activities; review general ledger accounts, balance sheet reconciliations and financial results for accuracy and consistency.</li><li>Manage stock compensation accounting, related journal entries and disclosures. Partner with HR, payroll and tax to coordinate reporting and resolve questions.</li><li>Research technical accounting issues and provide guidance to colleagues in finance and operations.</li><li>Review key internal controls, help address accounting and reporting issues, and respond to external auditor requests.</li><li>Collaborate with finance teams across the business to understand operations, strengthen reporting and improve processes.</li><li>Support employee benefit plan financial statements and projects that enhance reporting tools, data quality and workflows.</li></ul>For immediate and confidential consideration, or if you have questions, please call Jeff Sokolowski directly at (248)365-6131.
2026-09-23T00:00:00Z

10 results for Corporate Controller in Detroit, MI