We are looking for a skilled Data Analyst to join our team in Flint, Michigan. This is a contract position with the potential for a long-term role, offering an excellent opportunity to contribute to institutional research and compliance reporting while growing within the organization. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in data analysis, reporting tools, and survey administration to support data-driven decision-making processes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the preparation and submission of federal and external compliance reports, ensuring accuracy and adherence to deadlines.<br>• Collaborate with academic and administrative departments to gather and validate data for reporting purposes.<br>• Maintain and update documentation, data definitions, and submission procedures to promote consistency across all reporting cycles.<br>• Monitor changes in federal and industry reporting requirements and communicate updates to relevant stakeholders.<br>• Conduct descriptive and comparative analyses to support enrollment management, academic planning, and operational decision-making.<br>• Develop dashboards, visualizations, and executive summaries to present data insights effectively to internal stakeholders.<br>• Assist in the preparation and analysis of institutional surveys for leadership and various committees.<br>• Participate in data governance discussions and contribute to improving data accuracy and consistency.<br>• Identify and document data discrepancies, gaps, and opportunities for process improvement.
<p>Our client, a Nationwide benefits consulting organization, is seeking an IS Analyst to support and maintain their core IT infrastructure. The IS Analyst II supports and maintains IT infrastructure, ensuring systems, networks, and applications run reliably. This role serves as a key point of contact for end users and contributes to security, virtualization, and collaboration tools.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p><strong>Infrastructure & Hardware Support</strong></p><ul><li>Install and maintain desktops, servers, and network equipment</li><li>Support telephony, printers, and endpoint devices</li><li>Troubleshoot hardware and connectivity issues</li></ul><p><strong>Server & Application Support</strong></p><ul><li>Maintain server operating systems and applications</li><li>Manage user accounts, storage, and backups</li><li>Install, update, and troubleshoot end-user applications</li></ul><p><strong>User Support</strong></p><ul><li>Act as primary IT contact for assigned locations</li><li>Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, and network issues</li></ul><p><strong>Security & Compliance</strong></p><ul><li>Monitor systems for security risks and vulnerabilities</li><li>Assist with incident response and remediation</li><li>Support audits and ensure compliance with IT security policies</li></ul><p><strong>Virtualization & Systems</strong></p><ul><li>Support virtual desktops, servers, and hypervisors</li></ul><p><strong>Collaboration Tools</strong></p><ul><li>Implement and maintain collaboration platforms</li><li>Provide user training and documentation</li><li>Integrate tools with email, phone, and other systems</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Cost Accounting Analyst – Global Manufacturing Organization</strong></p><p> Location: Metro Detroit | Hybrid Work Environment</p><p>Our client, a <strong>globally recognized leader in its industry</strong>, is seeking a <strong>Cost Accounting Analyst</strong> to join its growing finance organization. This role offers an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who wants to deepen their expertise in <strong>absorption costing, manufacturing finance, and global cost analysis</strong> while working in a highly collaborative environment.</p><p>This position partners closely with <strong>operations, FP&A, and corporate finance</strong> to support accurate financial reporting, strengthen cost visibility, and provide insights that support operational decision-making across a global manufacturing platform. While the primary focus of the role is <strong>cost accounting and inventory valuation</strong>, the organization will <strong>train the individual on broader general ledger activities</strong>, creating a strong development path for future advancement.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Cost Accounting & Inventory</strong></p><ul><li>Maintain and analyze product costs including <strong>materials, labor, overhead, and subcontracting costs</strong> within an absorption costing environment.</li><li>Perform <strong>monthly cost roll-ups</strong> and validate the accuracy of bills of materials and manufacturing routings.</li><li>Analyze and explain <strong>manufacturing variances</strong> including material usage, labor efficiency, and overhead absorption.</li><li>Support inventory valuation processes in accordance with <strong>U.S. GAAP</strong>, including raw materials, work-in-process, and finished goods.</li><li>Monitor <strong>slow-moving, obsolete, and excess inventory reserves</strong> and assist with related analysis.</li><li>Participate in <strong>physical inventory counts and cycle counts</strong>, reconciling discrepancies and improving inventory accuracy.</li></ul><p><strong>General Ledger & Close Support</strong></p><ul><li>Assist with <strong>journal entries, reconciliations, and cost-related adjustments</strong> during the monthly close.</li><li>Reconcile accounts including <strong>inventory, COGS, manufacturing variances, accruals, and reserves</strong>.</li><li>Maintain fixed asset records and support depreciation tracking.</li><li>Assist with <strong>intercompany transactions and reconciliations</strong> within a global structure.</li><li>Ensure compliance with company policies and <strong>U.S. GAAP</strong>.</li></ul><p><strong>Financial Analysis & Business Partnership</strong></p><ul><li>Prepare <strong>product and customer margin analysis</strong> and explain key drivers of profitability.</li><li>Support <strong>budgeting, forecasting, and operational cost modeling</strong> related to production activity.</li><li>Partner with FP&A to explain <strong>cost drivers, operational trends, and P&L fluctuations</strong>.</li><li>Participate in <strong>continuous improvement and cost reduction initiatives</strong>.</li></ul><p>For immediate consideration, or if you have questions, please contact Jeff Sokolowski directly at (248)365-6131.</p>
<p>Job Title: Senior Analyst, FP&A</p><p>Location: Southfield, MI</p><p>Reports To: Vice President, FP&A</p><p><br></p><p>About Our Client</p><p>Our client is a private national real estate firm with a strong track record of growth, disciplined capital management, and long-term value creation. With a diversified portfolio and a collaborative, high-performance culture, the firm partners across investment, legal, accounting, and asset management teams to execute complex transactions nationwide.</p><p><br></p><p>Position Overview</p><p>The Senior Analyst, FP&A will play a highly visible, transaction-focused role supporting acquisitions, dispositions, refinancings, joint venture buyouts, and other strategic capital events. This individual will work cross-functionally with Legal, Transactions, Acquisitions, Asset Management, and Accounting teams to ensure financial accuracy, timely execution, and seamless closings.</p><p><br></p><p>This role is ideal for a driven professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, brings strong business acumen, and enjoys coordinating complex financial processes from start to finish.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p><br></p><p>Transaction Management (Approx. 75%)</p><p><br></p><p>Track and communicate status of all active transactions.</p><p><br></p><p>Maintain detailed closing trackers and provide updates to stakeholders.</p><p><br></p><p>Review and interpret legal and loan documents to ensure accuracy of settlement statements and funding schedules.</p><p><br></p><p>Coordinate with title companies and lenders to finalize closing statements and disbursements.</p><p><br></p><p>Prepare detailed sources and uses schedules with full support.</p><p><br></p><p>Review third-party, title, lender, and joint venture invoices for accuracy and reasonableness.</p><p><br></p><p>Reconcile closing costs and funding with underwriting models.</p><p><br></p><p>Coordinate with Accounting and Asset Management on prorations, funding, and operating accounts.</p><p><br></p><p>Review draw packages related to development and preferred equity structures.</p><p><br></p><p>Lender Reporting & Portfolio Support (Approx. 25%)</p><p><br></p><p>Prepare monthly lender reporting and covenant compliance calculations.</p><p><br></p><p>Assist with loan paydown analyses and ad hoc reporting.</p><p><br></p><p>Support annual lender audit coordination.</p><p><br></p><p>Aggregate data for third-party valuation processes.</p><p><br></p><p>Assist with financial modeling, portfolio analytics, and strategic project analysis.</p><p><br></p><p>Prepare Variable Interest Entity (VIE) memorandums related to transactions.</p><p><br></p><p>Support month-end close for applicable entities and funds.</p><p><br></p><p>This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected private real estate platform and gain exposure to high-impact transactions in a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration, or your questions, please call Jeff Sokolowski directly at (248)365-6131.</p>
We are looking for a Senior Financial Analyst to join a dynamic and growing finance team in Southfield, Michigan. This role offers high visibility within the organization and the opportunity to collaborate with experienced professionals on budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and reporting. If you are passionate about advancing your career in financial analysis and contributing to meaningful projects, we encourage you to apply.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop and maintain comprehensive budgets and forecasts to support organizational goals.<br>• Conduct detailed financial analysis, including variance analysis, to evaluate performance against key metrics.<br>• Prepare internal financial reports and ensure accuracy in data presentation.<br>• Collaborate with team members to consolidate subsidiary financial statements into unified reports.<br>• Design and implement financial models to support strategic planning and decision-making.<br>• Utilize advanced Excel and data mining techniques to analyze complex datasets.<br>• Provide ad hoc financial analysis to support various departments and leadership.<br>• Identify areas for process improvement and recommend solutions to enhance efficiency.<br>• Communicate findings and insights effectively to stakeholders and executive leadership.<br>• Stay updated on industry trends and apply best practices to financial analysis processes.
<p>The MES Analyst is responsible for the implementation, support, configuration, optimization, and continuous improvement of the MES System (Solidat). This role acts as a liaison between Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering and IT to ensure accurate data capture, system reliability, and alignment with production and compliance requirements.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>· Support daily operations of the MES, ensuring system availability, accuracy, and performance</p><p>· Configure and maintain MES workflows, routings, and production parameters</p><p>· Partner with Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering and Materials to gather system requirements and translate them into MES solutions</p><p>· Troubleshoot MES issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions</p><p>· Support system integrations with ERP, PLCs, and other manufacturing systems</p><p>· Create and maintain MES documentation, including SOPs, work instructions, and system configurations</p><p>· Support data integrity, traceability, and electronic batch records where applicable</p><p>· Develop and deliver MES reports, dashboards, and KPIs to support manufacturing performance</p><p>· Train end users and provide ongoing system support</p>