<p>Senior Accountant | Detroit</p><p>Our client, a leading brand in Detroit, is seeking a Senior Accountant to join a collaborative finance team supporting respected consumer brands and premium products. Known for quality, thoughtful design and lasting customer appeal, the business offers a chance to connect your accounting expertise with products people value.</p><p>Enjoy a great Detroit office, paid parking and a team culture that encourages ideas, accountability and partnership. This visible role offers exposure to leadership and colleagues across finance, operations and commercial teams. Your analysis will help guide profitability, spending and growth decisions, while your improvements can make a meaningful impact on how the business operates.</p><p>Reporting to the Accounting Manager, you will support accounting, reporting and financial analysis across multiple entities and sales channels. This is an opportunity to take ownership, broaden your business knowledge and contribute beyond the monthly close. Bring fresh ideas and help shape the team's future success.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p>• Support monthly, quarterly and annual close, preparing journal entries and accurate financial reporting.</p><p>• Own complex balance sheet reconciliations, including cash, accruals, prepaids, fixed assets and intercompany activity.</p><p>• Analyze product profitability, gross margins, cost of goods sold and operating expenses; explain trends and recommend actions.</p><p>• Evaluate cost variances and operational changes to identify risks and opportunities for improved performance.</p><p>• Prepare budget-to-actual analysis and clear commentary for finance partners and leadership.</p><p>• Collaborate with operations, supply chain and sales teams to strengthen reporting and cost management.</p><p>• Prepare audit schedules and documentation, and support sound internal controls and GAAP compliance.</p><p>• Improve accounting processes, reporting and automation; contribute to ERP enhancements and special projects.</p><p>For immediate and confidential consideration please call Jeff Sokolowski directly at (248)365-6131 or apply directly today. </p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to support a high-volume printing business in Plymouth, Michigan. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented finance specialist who can manage core accounting operations, maintain accurate inventory-related reporting, and contribute to process improvements in a fast-paced environment. The role will play a key part in strengthening financial consistency across the organization while supporting daily and month-end accounting activities. This is an ON-SITE position.</p><p><br></p><p>The day-to-day responsibilities will include:</p><p>• Lead the implementation and configuration of QuickBooks Enterprise, including accounting data alignment and process standardization efforts.</p><p>• Assist with system-related accounting initiatives tied to the transition from Great Plains to QuickBooks, helping prepare for a targeted go-live timeline.</p><p>• Support general accounting activities, including journal entries, account reconciliations, and month-end close deliverables.</p><p>• Review general ledger activity for accuracy and resolve discrepancies affecting financial statements or subledger balances.</p><p>• Maintain inventory accounting records and monitor work-in-progress balances to support accurate costing and reporting.</p><p>• Analyze financial data in Excel to identify variances, improve reporting accuracy, and support operational decision-making.</p><p>• Partner with internal stakeholders to promote consistent accounting practices.</p>
We are looking for a Senior Accountant to support commercial accounting activities tied to vehicle-related revenue, inventory, and cost of sales in Troy, Michigan. This role is well suited for an accounting specialist who can interpret complex guidance, improve processes, and collaborate across finance, sales, operations, and legal teams. The position will play a key part in establishing reliable procedures, strengthening controls, and delivering accurate reporting as the business grows.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead accounting for vehicle and related revenue streams, applying revenue recognition guidance to assess deliverables, pricing allocation, and sales channel treatment.<br>• Manage accounting for customer order deposits and prepayments, ensuring balances are accurately recorded, reconciled, and tracked through fulfillment.<br>• Prepare monthly close deliverables, including journal entries, reconciliations, roll-forwards, and reporting for inventory, revenue, and cost of goods sold.<br>• Review finished goods inventory for valuation considerations and record appropriate adjustments in line with applicable accounting standards.<br>• Partner with FP&A to support forecasts, budgets, and variance analysis related to vehicle sales, margins, and associated costs.<br>• Design and strengthen internal controls and scalable accounting workflows that support a growing commercial business environment.<br>• Assist with external audit requests and contribute to financial statement support for revenue and inventory-related disclosures.<br>• Evaluate the accounting impact of new products, go-to-market models, and operational changes before implementation.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to help shape and execute an end-to-end order-to-cash process for vehicle transactions.<br>• Participate in ERP-related implementation activities by defining accounting needs, supporting testing, and documenting outcomes thoroughly.
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Accountant to join a team in Troy, Michigan in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This role is ideal for an accounting specialist who brings strong technical knowledge, sound judgment, and the ability to evaluate complex transactions with precision. The position will contribute to core accounting operations, technical research, financial review activities, and audit support while partnering closely with finance leadership.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Evaluate complex and unusual business transactions and prepare thorough accounting analyses that clearly support recommended treatment.<br>• Research applicable U.S. accounting guidance, interpret requirements, and document conclusions in formal technical memorandums.<br>• Assist with the accounting impact of acquisitions, divestitures, and other strategic business activities.<br>• Contribute to month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes, including journal entry support and general ledger review.<br>• Perform balance sheet account analysis and complete reconciliations to help maintain accurate financial records.<br>• Respond to external audit requests by organizing schedules, gathering support, and providing timely documentation.<br>• Work closely with accounting and finance leaders to address technical accounting questions and reporting considerations.<br>• Support ongoing financial reporting needs across a multi-entity environment and help strengthen accounting documentation where needed.
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Cost Accountant to support a chemicals manufacturing operation through a long-term contract assignment. This role is ideal for a hands-on, detail-oriented accounting specialist who can strengthen standard costing processes, deliver timely analysis, and provide clear insight into cost movement across the business. The position will work closely with purchasing, R&D, sales, and finance partners to improve the speed and accuracy of costing decisions that influence pricing, reporting, and intercompany activity.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead monthly standard cost updates and maintain accurate product costing in support of ongoing material and pricing changes.<br>• Analyze cost variances before and after cost updates, identifying root causes and summarizing key business drivers for stakeholders.<br>• Prepare and support transfer pricing calculations, ensuring intercompany partners receive timely and reliable information.<br>• Partner with purchasing, R&D, and sales teams to validate inputs that affect costing, quoting, and margin decisions.<br>• Produce clear reporting and cost analysis in Excel and related reporting tools to improve visibility into trends and exceptions.<br>• Streamline recurring costing activities to improve turnaround times, strengthen consistency, and reduce manual inefficiencies.<br>• Support costing needs tied to new product development and item setup as products move into active production.<br>• Use SAP and associated reporting tools, including Power BI where applicable, to extract data, review results, and communicate findings.<br>• Share process knowledge and contribute to work instructions so the broader team can execute costing activities more effectively.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Staff Accountant/Tax Accountant to join a growing accounting firm. This opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys supporting multiple business clients, building trusted relationships, and delivering accurate financial reporting and tax accounting services. The role offers exposure to a range of industries in a collaborative environment that values skill development and work-life balance.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and review accounting records and do tax accounting and client accounting work for small and mid-sized business clients and individuals across multiple industries.</p><p>• Complete write-up work and maintain accurate books to support timely financial reporting.</p><p>• Reconcile bank accounts and balance sheet activity to ensure the integrity of client financial data.</p><p>• Record journal entries, maintain general ledger activity, and assist with month-end close processes.</p><p>• Create financial statements and explain results to clients in a clear, practical manner.</p><p>• Serve as a primary point of contact for assigned clients, responding to questions and supporting ongoing accounting needs.</p><p>• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable activities as needed for client engagements.</p><p>• Use QuickBooks and other accounting applications effectively while adapting to new tools and platforms as needed.</p>
<p>Are you a detail-oriented Staff Accountant who enjoys variety, problem-solving, and working in a dynamic, multi-entity environment? This is an opportunity to join a stable and growing organization with a well-established accounting function and a strong track record of success.</p><p><br></p><p>Our client is seeking a Staff Accountant to support accounting and financial reporting activities across multiple legal entities. This Staff Accountant position offers exposure to a broad range of accounting responsibilities, the opportunity to develop a deeper understanding of complex entity structures, and the chance to work closely with an experienced Controller who is genuinely invested in building a strong team and developing talent. The role reports directly to a Controller I placed with the organization more than 5 years ago. She is known for an approachable, supportive, and empowering leadership style. This is a leader who invests in their people, encourages professional development, and creates an environment where team members can succeed.</p><p><br></p><p>What You'll Do</p><ul><li>Perform day-to-day accounting activities across multiple legal entities, ensuring accurate and timely financial records.</li><li>Prepare and post journal entries, including recurring, accrual, and adjusting entries.</li><li>Assist with monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.</li><li>Perform general ledger reconciliations, investigate variances, and resolve discrepancies.</li><li>Reconcile intercompany transactions and assist with intercompany accounting activities.</li><li>Support the preparation and review of financial statements and management reporting.</li><li>Maintain supporting schedules and documentation for balance sheet accounts.</li><li>Assist with accounts payable, accounts receivable, and other accounting functions as needed.</li><li>Support audit and tax preparation activities by providing schedules, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, strengthen internal controls, and increase efficiencies across the organization.</li></ul><p>For immediate consideration call Jimmy Tunney at 517-657-8054.</p>
We are looking for a Staff Accountant to join a growing organization in Livonia, Michigan on a contract basis with permanent potential. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys keeping financial records accurate, managing day-to-day accounting activity, and supporting a fast-moving business environment. The position offers the chance to contribute across multiple accounting functions while building long-term career potential within an expanding company.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage daily accounts payable and accounts receivable activities to support timely and accurate financial processing.<br>• Review incoming invoices, enter transaction details into QuickBooks Online, and prepare billing documents for customers.<br>• Create and distribute customer invoices while maintaining accuracy in pricing, coding, and supporting documentation.<br>• Coordinate vendor payment schedules and monitor outstanding obligations to ensure proper cash flow tracking.<br>• Reconcile accounts, investigate variances, and resolve discrepancies in financial records and supporting reports.<br>• Examine employee timesheets and travel-related expenses in Excel to confirm completeness and alignment with internal records.<br>• Maintain organized accounting files and ensure financial data is entered consistently and accurately.<br>• Prepare journal entries and support general ledger activities, including work related to sales tax and corporate tax processes.<br>• Assist with additional bookkeeping assignments and accounting projects as business needs evolve.
We are looking for a detail-focused Staff Accountant to join a growing organization in Troy, Michigan. This contract opportunity is ideal for an accounting specialist who is comfortable working in a dynamic environment and partnering with teams across the business to support accurate, timely financial operations. The role offers the chance to contribute to core accounting processes, strengthen reporting support, and help improve operational efficiency as the company continues to expand.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage key activities tied to the monthly close cycle, including preparing and recording journal entries related to cash, prepaid expenses, and accrued items, while completing account reconciliations accurately and on schedule.<br>• Partner with the accounts payable function to evaluate and approve vendor setup requests within NetSuite, helping maintain accurate vendor records and compliance with internal procedures.<br>• Assist with year-end audit preparation by organizing requested documentation, assembling support files, and responding to auditor questions in a timely manner.<br>• Create and maintain schedules and other supporting documentation used for financial reporting and account analysis.<br>• Contribute to efforts that enhance accounting workflows, strengthen internal controls, and introduce greater efficiency and automation across financial processes.<br>• Provide analytical support and participate in special projects that impact accounting operations and broader finance objectives as business needs arise.
We are looking for an experienced Tax Preparer to support seasonal tax operations in Howell, Michigan through a Long-term Contract assignment. This position focuses on preparing tax filings, reviewing returns for completeness and accuracy, and helping finalize work during peak filing periods. The assignment may extend into May based on business needs.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare individual income tax returns with a strong focus on accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with current tax regulations.<br>• Examine completed tax documents to confirm that supporting information is complete, calculations are correct, and filings are ready for submission.<br>• Resolve missing details or inconsistencies by organizing return data and ensuring each file is properly completed before final review.<br>• Assist with end-of-cycle wrap-up activities following key filing deadlines to help close out seasonal workloads efficiently.<br>• Handle more involved tax scenarios by applying sound judgment to complex individual return preparation.<br>• Maintain organized records and clear documentation to support a smooth preparation and review process.
We are looking for an experienced Sr. Internal Auditor to strengthen our audit function in Plymouth, Michigan. This role will oversee risk-based audit engagements from initial planning through final reporting, while helping the business improve controls, compliance, and operational effectiveness. The ideal candidate brings strong audit judgment, experience in complex environments, and the ability to communicate findings clearly to stakeholders across the organization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct end-to-end internal audit engagements, including risk evaluation, scoping, testing, issue confirmation, reporting, and final closure of assigned reviews.<br>• Conduct audits across financial, operational, compliance, and organizational processes in alignment with internal audit standards, established methodology, and project timelines.<br>• Perform process walkthroughs, assess control design, test operating effectiveness, analyze data sets, and review supporting documentation to identify control gaps and business risks.<br>• Prepare organized, accurate, and audit-ready workpapers while raising significant concerns, constraints, or delays to leadership in a timely manner.<br>• Evaluate governance practices, risk management activities, and internal control environments to determine whether processes are effective and sustainable.<br>• Identify recurring control issues, emerging risks, and opportunities to strengthen compliance, accountability, process efficiency, and financial reporting quality.<br>• Develop clear audit observations and practical recommendations, then communicate results to process owners and senior stakeholders with professionalism and independence.<br>• Track corrective action plans, confirm remediation evidence, and escalate overdue or inadequate responses when necessary.<br>• Partner with teams across finance, operations, compliance, IT, legal, and audit functions to support risk assessment, audit planning, and continuous improvement of tools and methodologies.
We are looking for a Senior Financial Analyst to support financial planning, reporting, and performance analysis for a large manufacturing organization in Livonia, Michigan. This Long-term Contract position offers the opportunity to work closely with multiple reporting groups, providing insight into SG&A performance, allocations, and operating trends across several sites. The ideal candidate brings strong analytical capability, comfort with recurring manufacturing finance activities, and the ability to turn complex data into clear business recommendations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare and analyze financial reports related to SG&A spending, corporate and IT allocations, and overall business unit performance.<br>• Deliver recurring and ad hoc analysis to help leadership understand variances, trends, and key cost drivers across multiple reporting units.<br>• Support financial oversight for numerous reporting groups and contribute to the consolidation of selected SG&A units.<br>• Partner with accounting and operational teams across several manufacturing sites to ensure accurate financial data and consistent reporting.<br>• Build and maintain financial models, dashboards, and data-driven insights that improve visibility into performance metrics.<br>• Use tools such as Power BI and other reporting platforms to organize large data sets and present meaningful analysis to stakeholders.<br>• Assist with monthly reporting cycles, forecasting activities, and management reviews in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.<br>• Contribute to process coordination and reporting continuity during team and organizational changes as needed.
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $100,000 - $125,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected].</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong>General Ledger Management</strong></p><ul><li>Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, ensuring accuracy and completeness of data in the accounting system.</li><li>Serve as a key contributor in the month-end and year-end close processes, including preparation of journal entries for lease accounting, accruals, prepaids, and capitalized software.</li><li>Validate correct posting of entries through account reconciliation and report preparation.</li><li>Record payroll and related accruals in the general ledger; reconcile related accounts.</li><li>Review account coding for accuracy and completeness relative to budget.</li></ul><p><strong>Financial Reporting</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, providing timely insights into the financial condition of the company.</li><li>Monitor and analyze operating results; investigate and clearly communicate variances.</li><li>Prepare, maintain, analyze, and report key SaaS performance metrics, such as software go-lives and ARR</li><li>Assist in preparation of the monthly financial package and help ensure all reporting deadlines are met.</li></ul><p><strong>Account Reconciliation</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare regular balance sheet account reconciliations, including daily bank statement reconciliations.</li><li>Reconcile subledgers to general ledger balances and resolve discrepancies through thorough analysis.</li></ul><p><strong>Year-End Financial Statement Audit</strong></p><ul><li>Coordinate with external auditors on the annual financial statement audit, including preparation of financial statements, footnotes, and audit schedules.</li><li>Respond to auditor inquiries and ensure compliance with US GAAP reporting requirements throughout the audit process.</li></ul><p><strong>Other</strong></p><ul><li>Build collaborative relationships with internal stakeholders across functions, contributing to the accuracy and integrity of financial processes.</li><li>Incorporate AI into everyday workflow to obtain efficiency, insights, and improved quality</li><li>Other duties as assigned.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Cost Accountant to support financial accuracy and operational decision-making in our manufacturing environment in Saginaw, Michigan. This role focuses on inventory costing, margin performance, variance review, and month-end accounting activities that help leadership understand profitability. The position also partners with operations and other internal teams to strengthen cost controls, improve reporting, and support system-related processes tied to manufacturing and inventory management.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Evaluate gross margin performance tied to inventory activity and present clear insights that help management assess profit and loss results.<br>• Maintain accurate product cost records by establishing and updating standard costs based on labor, materials, and manufacturing inputs within the ERP system.<br>• Review inventory discrepancies such as cycle count differences, scrap activity, production variances, and other adjustments, then communicate corrective actions to operational teams.<br>• Prepare customer and product costing analyses that support pricing decisions designed to balance competitiveness and profitability.<br>• Produce recurring financial and operational reports, including monthly margin reporting by customer and item, with explanations of key trends versus budget and prior-year performance.<br>• Support the month-end close by reconciling inventory and cost of goods sold accounts and recording journal entries needed to ensure compliance with generally accepted accounting principles.<br>• Recommend and document inventory reserves, overhead applications, and other cost-related adjustments to improve the accuracy of financial statements.<br>• Partner with quality, research, and operations teams to review bills of materials, production setups, and inventory item structures and suggest improvements where needed.<br>• Assist with inventory control activities, including cycle counts, year-end physical inventory, forecasting inventory turns, and evaluating manufacturing-related capital spending requests.<br>• Provide backup support for the Plex system by helping with user administration, permissions, security access, report setup, dashboards, and process updates across departments.
<p>Location: Lansing, MI - On-Site</p><p>Starting Salary: Up to $80,000</p><p><br></p><p>Our client is looking for a detail-oriented Accountant to join their organization in Lansing, Michigan. This position plays an important role in keeping financial records accurate, supporting timely close activities, and ensuring day-to-day accounting operations run smoothly with an emphasis on accounts payable. The ideal candidate brings strong general ledger knowledge, practical accounts payable experience, and the ability to work effectively with internal teams and external vendors in a collaborative environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Maintain the integrity of the general ledger by preparing and recording entries related to accruals, prepaid expenses, depreciation, and other adjustments.</p><p>• Contribute to monthly and annual closing activities by completing assigned accounting tasks and helping deliver accurate financial results on schedule.</p><p>• Perform reconciliations for key balance sheet accounts, including cash, credit cards, fixed assets, and intercompany balances, and investigate variances to resolution.</p><p>• Support audit preparation and compliance efforts by organizing documentation, strengthening reconciliations, and following established internal control practices.</p><p>• Identify inefficiencies in accounting workflows and work with stakeholders to improve processes and enhance system usage within Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central.</p><p>• Provide cross-functional support in areas such as accounts receivable, payroll assistance, budgeting, financial analysis, and special projects when needed.</p><p>• Oversee full-cycle accounts payable activities, including invoice review, matching, vendor record upkeep, payment processing, statement reconciliation, aging analysis, and response to supplier questions.</p><p>• Reconcile company credit card activity and employee expense submissions while assisting with year-end vendor reporting and 1099 tracking.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration email your resume to rochelle.carrasco@roberthalf com</p>
We are looking for an Accounting Specialist to join a team on a contract basis with the potential for a long-term opportunity. This role supports both accounts payable and accounts receivable activities, with a focus on accurate transaction processing, timely reconciliations, and dependable financial recordkeeping. The ideal candidate is organized, attentive to detail, and comfortable managing multiple accounting priorities in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review incoming vendor invoices, assign proper accounting codes, and prepare them for accurate entry and payment processing.<br>• Execute vendor payments through checks, electronic transfers, and wire transactions while maintaining payment schedules and supporting discount opportunities.<br>• Investigate and resolve vendor questions, outstanding balances, and payment-related issues in a timely and thorough manner.<br>• Reconcile supplier statements, compare subledger activity to the general ledger, and correct discrepancies across payable and receivable accounts.<br>• Support monthly and annual close activities for AP and AR by preparing reconciliations, analyses, and required documentation.<br>• Process customer invoices, debit memos, credit memos, and intercompany transactions with careful attention to accuracy and completeness.<br>• Apply incoming customer payments, monitor variances, and follow up on unpaid or mismatched items to help maintain clean account balances.<br>• Assist with cash flow tracking, audit file preparation, account analysis, and general office administrative support such as daily mail handling.