We are looking for an experienced Controller to manage and oversee the accounting operations for our organization in Detroit, Michigan. This role involves ensuring the accuracy of financial records, maintaining compliance with regulations, and enhancing internal controls. The ideal candidate will collaborate with leadership to drive process improvements and support strategic financial initiatives.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Supervise all accounting operations, including general ledger management, accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll entries, and cost accounting.<br>• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing processes to deliver timely and accurate financial statements compliant with US GAAP.<br>• Prepare and evaluate internal and external financial reports to guide decision-making and monitor business performance.<br>• Oversee cash flow planning, forecasting, and analysis to ensure operational needs are met.<br>• Develop and enhance internal controls, accounting policies, and procedures to uphold financial integrity.<br>• Collaborate with department leaders to support annual budgeting processes and periodic financial forecasts.<br>• Coordinate annual audits and tax filings while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.<br>• Identify and implement opportunities to improve accounting processes and reporting systems.<br>• Act as the primary accounting resource for all organizational locations.<br>• Foster a collaborative environment by effectively communicating across all levels of the organization.
<p>Are you a finance leader who thrives in a manufacturing environment and enjoys being a true business partner? We’re seeking a <strong>Plant Controller</strong> to join our team and play a critical role as the voice of the business and trusted advisor to senior leadership. This is a highly visible position with the opportunity to drive change, improve processes, and directly impact plant performance.</p><p><br></p><p>What You’ll Do:</p><ul><li>Lead and manage all financial activities at the plant, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, and cash flow.</li><li>Oversee month-end close and deliver timely, accurate financial reporting in compliance with GAAP.</li><li>Drive robust cost accounting practices, monitoring and analyzing costs, margins, and variances while identifying improvement opportunities.</li><li>Ensure effective internal controls to safeguard company assets.</li><li>Partner with plant management and corporate finance to deliver meaningful financial insights and reports.</li><li>Collaborate with operations to develop KPIs and drive accountability.</li><li>Manage inventory valuation and physical counts.</li><li>Support corporate finance during external audits.</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements across finance and operational reporting.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Join Our Team as Financial Controller!</strong></p><p>Are you an experienced financial leader who’s ready to drive success and make an impact? Robert Half has partnered with a rapidly growing company in NW Ohio as they look for a <strong>Financial Controller</strong> to lead their accounting team. This is your opportunity to oversee accounting, budgeting, compliance, and reporting while mentoring a talented team. With an emphasis on accuracy, strategy, and innovation, you’ll play a key role in shaping the future of our organization and continued growth. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You'll Do</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee financial reporting and prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and yearly statements.</li><li>Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP, tax regulations, and internal policies.</li><li>Manage audits and collaborate with external auditors.</li><li>Develop and implement internal control policies to safeguard assets.</li><li>Provide strategic financial insights to guide decision-making.</li><li>Supervise and mentor your team while fostering a collaborative environment.</li></ul><p>Interested in this direct hire opportunity? Apply now and let's chat! </p><p><br></p>
<p>Hotel Systems is a distinguished collection of independent boutique hotels known for our exceptional guest experiences, thoughtfully designed spaces, and local charm. We are seeking a Hotel Controller to join our leadership team and help guide our financial future. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic, detail-oriented professional with a passion for hospitality and a sharp financial mind.</p><p><br></p><p>This is a hands-on Controller position working with two hotels. Will work closely with the team and step in as necessary to assist where needed.</p><p>Job Description:</p><p>• Manage staff and assist as needed</p><p>• Oversee and assist with the daily revenue report to ensure accuracy</p><p>• Prepare financial statements, and distribute timely to departments at close of month</p><p>• Cash handling, prepare bank deposits and post cash & credit card payments daily</p><p>• Work with management to prepare yearly budgets of revenue and expenses for the hotel, restaurant and banquet department</p><p>• Monitor departmental expenses and financial date to ensure accuracy</p><p>• Accounts payable, ensure proper coding of invoices, process invoices for payment, weekly check run</p><p>• Perform month end and year end close process through the preparation of journal entries, variance analysis to forecast budget, and monthly balance sheet reconciliations</p><p>• Prepare monthly sales, use & occupancy tax returns, as well as annual sales & use tax return</p><p>• Bank account reconciliations monthly</p><p>• Oversee the accounts’ receivable function, billing and payments</p><p>• Process payroll to ensure accurate payroll reporting and prepare payroll journal entry and post</p><p>• Assist and prepare capital expenditures report</p><p>• Prepare month end inventory calculations and ensure accuracy of physical counts, pricing and related worksheets. Assist with inventory counts.</p><p>• Monitor all chargebacks received and challenge, if necessary, on a timely basis</p><p>• Process travel agent commission checks</p><p>• Prepare monthly petty cash journal request for reimbursement</p><p>• Hire, train, supervise, and develop staff, including coaching, counseling, and discipline</p><p>• Meet all required reporting deadlines</p><p>• Work with HR to ensure proper deductions for administering all garnishments, 401k deductions and any benefit deductions</p><p>• Perform random house bank audits on a quarterly basis</p><p>• Perform any other job-related duties as assigned.</p><p>General Requirements:</p><p>• Always maintain a warm and friendly demeanor.</p><p>• Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and written, with all level of employees and guests in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service oriented manner.</p><p>• Must be effective at listening to, understanding, and clarifying concerns raised by employees and guests.</p><p>• Must be able to multitask and prioritize departmental functions to meet deadlines.</p><p>• Approach all encounters with guests and employees in an attentive, friendly, courteous and service-oriented manner.</p>
<p>We are looking for a skilled Cost Accountant to join our team in Livonia, Michigan. In this role, you will work closely with the Plant Controller to analyze manufacturing costs, evaluate variances, and identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements. Your expertise in cost accounting will drive financial insights and support strategic decision-making across production, procurement, and sales teams.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Monitor and assess manufacturing costs, margins, and variances while driving improvements in cost reporting and cost-saving initiatives.</p><p>• Develop and maintain standard cost capturing activities that align with production workflows.</p><p>• Review and update labor rates and establish overhead rates for variable manufacturing costs assigned to work centers.</p><p>• Collaborate with production management to conduct time studies and ensure accurate labor standards for bills of materials and production orders.</p><p>• Work with cross-functional teams, including procurement and engineering, to collect cost inputs and enhance cost accuracy.</p><p>• Support the sales team by providing detailed cost models and profitability analyses for quoting processes.</p><p>• Conduct financial analysis of completed and ongoing projects, including profitability, revenue recognition, and margin evaluation.</p><p>• Manage and improve inventory valuation processes, including conducting physical inventory counts and analyzing obsolete or slow-moving inventory.</p><p>• Maintain and enhance processes and controls related to manufacturing costs and inventory management.</p><p>• Provide detailed financial insights and recommendations to improve operational efficiency and cost effectiveness.</p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in New Boston, Michigan. This Contract-to-permanent position offers a hybrid work arrangement, combining in-office collaboration and remote flexibility. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in managing daily accounting activities, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and supporting new business initiatives.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Handle daily financial transactions, including invoicing, cash receipts, disbursements, and related accounting activities.<br>• Prepare and analyze profit and loss statements, ensuring accuracy and timeliness for assigned areas.<br>• Perform general ledger and bank reconciliations, addressing and resolving discrepancies as needed.<br>• Develop and implement accounting processes and procedures for new initiatives and transactions.<br>• Create journal entries and oversee period-end close activities, investigating and explaining variances when necessary.<br>• Assist in billing and accounting functions for various departments across the organization.<br>• Collaborate with the Tax department to implement sales tax software, process returns, and ensure timely payments.<br>• Identify and address issues related to billing, cash management, and disbursements for internal and external stakeholders.<br>• Work with the Controller and peers to recommend and execute process improvements.<br>• Participate in special projects and provide ad hoc reporting and analysis as needed.
We are looking for a detail-oriented Staff Accountant to join our team in New Boston, Michigan. This Contract-to-long-term role offers a hybrid work arrangement, combining three days in-office with two days remote. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in financial transactions, reconciliations, and reporting to ensure the accuracy and timeliness of our accounting processes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage daily financial transactions, including invoicing, cash receipts, and disbursements, ensuring accuracy and compliance.<br>• Prepare and review profit and loss statements, tax filings, and bank reconciliations for assigned areas.<br>• Perform journal entry preparation and execute period-end close activities, analyzing and explaining any variances.<br>• Develop and implement accounting processes and procedures for new business initiatives.<br>• Oversee general ledger account reconciliations and ensure timely resolution of discrepancies.<br>• Address and resolve billing, cash receipt, and disbursement issues for both internal and external stakeholders.<br>• Assist in the implementation of sales tax software, prepare sales tax returns, and coordinate payments with the Tax department.<br>• Collaborate with the Controller and team members to identify and execute process improvements for accounting operations.<br>• Lead or contribute to special projects and provide ad hoc reporting and analysis as needed.
<p>Our trusted client is looking for an experienced Grants Manager Consultant for a long-term project in Detroit, MI. During this engagement you will play a pivotal role managing funding opportunities that align with our mission and objectives. This hybrid role will report directly to the Controller. </p><p><br></p><p>The day-to-day responsibilities include:</p><p><br></p><p>• Research and identify grant opportunities from private foundations, governmental agencies, and corporations that align with organizational goals.</p><p>• Develop and maintain a comprehensive calendar of grant deadlines, including application and reporting schedules.</p><p>• Collaborate with program teams to gather data and craft compelling narratives that highlight organizational impact.</p><p>• Oversee the grant application process, ensuring all requirements and deadlines are met with precision.</p><p>• Maintain accurate records of grant budgets, deliverables, and reporting schedules.</p><p>• Monitor grant expenditures to ensure compliance with approved budgets and funding guidelines.</p><p>• Work closely with the finance team to prepare financial reports and updates for funders.</p><p>• Build and nurture relationships with current and potential funders to secure ongoing and future funding.</p><p>• Evaluate funded programs, tracking outcomes and preparing detailed reports to meet funder expectations.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Chief Financial Officer to oversee and manage all financial operations for a respected non-profit organization in Toledo, Ohio. This role is responsible for providing strategic leadership, ensuring compliance with federal financial regulations, and maintaining effective internal controls. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in advancing the organization's mission by guiding budget management, forecasting, and securing funding.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop and maintain financial budgets, reports, and forecasts to ensure alignment with organizational goals and compliance with approved procedures.<br>• Oversee fiscal reporting activities, including revenue and expense tracking, balance sheets, and reports for funding agencies.<br>• Supervise the preparation and submission of annual operating budgets and other key financial documents to leadership and governing bodies.<br>• Provide detailed financial condition reports to the CEO, Board of Commissioners, and affiliates while addressing inquiries and recommending policy updates.<br>• Implement and monitor internal controls to safeguard organizational funds and ensure compliance with federal regulations.<br>• Track and manage grant fund expenditures to ensure alignment with grant terms and conditions.<br>• Lead efforts in cost-benefit analysis, forecasting financial needs, and securing new funding opportunities.<br>• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting to local, state, and federal entities.<br>• Support strategic initiatives by aligning financial planning with organizational goals.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Small Business Accounting Manager to lead and oversee financial operations within our organization in Toledo, Ohio. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in manufacturing accounting, exceptional analytical skills, and the ability to enhance financial processes to support organizational growth. This role will involve collaborating with senior leadership to provide actionable financial insights and ensure compliance with all regulatory standards.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee all accounts, ledgers, and financial reporting systems to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and company policies.</p><p>• Develop, implement, and maintain financial controls, ensuring the safeguarding of company assets and adherence to established guidelines.</p><p>• Prepare and deliver detailed financial reports and updates to senior management to support strategic decision-making.</p><p>• Manage budgeting processes, including scheduling, analysis, and corrective actions to achieve financial targets.</p><p>• Ensure consistency in accounting policies and practices while staying updated on relevant legislation and regulatory requirements.</p><p>• Process accounts payable and receivable, including matching invoices with packing slips, posting transactions in QuickBooks, and issuing vendor payments.</p><p>• Coordinate customer billing, credit card batch processing, and financial correspondence with both customers and vendors.</p><p>• Collaborate with external partners, including tax authorities and auditors, to ensure accurate reporting and compliance.</p><p>• Purchase plant supplies and oversee related operational expenses to support business functions.</p><p>• Handle tasks such as preparing cost summaries, approving jobs, and managing general ledger accounts.</p>
<p><strong>Supervisor – External Reporting | Hybrid | Detroit, MI</strong></p><p>Our client, a Fortune 300 process manufacturer with a national presence, is seeking a <strong>Supervisor – External Reporting</strong> to join their dynamic finance organization. With a commitment to innovation, employee development, and operational excellence, this organization is investing in its next generation of leaders. As part of a robust <strong>career rotational program</strong>, employees gain cross-functional exposure and long-term advancement opportunities. The company also offers an <strong>onsite fitness facility, top-tier benefits</strong>, and a <strong>hybrid work environment</strong> designed to support work-life integration.</p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p> Reporting to senior finance leadership, this position supervises a high-performing team responsible for external financial reporting and regulatory compliance. The team leads preparation and submission of critical filings, including annual and quarterly reports to U.S. regulatory agencies. The role is key in ensuring financial transparency, accuracy, and timely delivery of data that impacts both internal strategy and public stakeholders.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead the preparation of 10-K, 10-Q, and 11-K filings in accordance with SEC guidelines</li><li>Oversee reporting to federal and state regulatory bodies</li><li>Supervise and develop a team of accounting professionals</li><li>Drive monthly close activities, account reconciliations, and financial disclosures</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP and evolving reporting standards</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements using Lean methodologies</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to meet corporate reporting objectives</li><li>Prepare performance metrics and lead benchmarking initiatives</li><li>Create a positive and inclusive work culture that supports continuous learning, diversity, and professional development</li><li>Participate in the organization’s emergency response structure, as needed</li></ul><p>For immediate and confidential consideration apply today or call Jeff Sokolowski at (248)368-6131.</p>
<p><strong>Technical Accounting Leader</strong></p><p>Our client, a publicly traded services company supporting the energy industry, is seeking a <strong>Technical Accounting Leader</strong> to join their growing team. This high-visibility role supports technical accounting research, complex transaction analysis, and external reporting requirements. You’ll play a key part in ensuring accurate financial reporting, implementing accounting policy, and supporting regulatory compliance.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Interpret and apply U.S. GAAP accounting standards and SEC guidance to assess and document the accounting treatment for complex or unusual transactions and agreements.</li><li>Review and evaluate revenue contracts under ASC 606 and lease agreements under ASC 842.</li><li>Support the Technical Accounting and External Reporting Manager with preparation of quarterly and annual consolidated financial statements (Form 10-Q and 10-K).</li><li>Coordinate with internal and external auditors to facilitate audit requests and ensure compliance with internal controls.</li><li>Assist with preparation of financial and operational reporting to regulatory agencies such as FERC, MPSC, and others.</li><li>Research and monitor emerging accounting issues, implementing related policy updates as required.</li><li>Identify opportunities for process improvements and contribute to building an efficient reporting environment.</li><li>Promote a collaborative work environment and provide mentorship, training, and development support to team members.</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 consideration apply today. </p>
We are looking for a skilled Technical Accounting Manager to join our team in Detroit, Michigan. In this role, you will lead initiatives related to technical accounting research and collaborate with global finance teams to ensure compliance and accuracy in financial reporting. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to process improvements, manage external audits, and support statutory requirements for non-U.S. locations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Conduct in-depth technical accounting research and prepare detailed memorandums on complex topics, including revenue recognition and business combinations.<br>• Collaborate closely with global finance teams, including FP& A, tax, treasury, and business unit finance, to ensure alignment and accuracy.<br>• Maintain and update accounting policies in accordance with U.S. standards, including monitoring new guidance and training global finance teams on updates.<br>• Provide periodic updates to senior leadership on changes to accounting and reporting standards.<br>• Manage interactions with external auditors to facilitate financial statement audits and quarterly reviews, addressing technical accounting matters.<br>• Support non-U.S. locations in fulfilling statutory financial statement requirements, ensuring timely and compliant filings with the assistance of external auditors and service providers.<br>• Assist in Sarbanes-Oxley Section 404 testing and ensure compliance with internal control standards.<br>• Participate in initiatives aimed at improving the efficiency and timeliness of financial processes, including exploring automation opportunities.<br>• Work with internal auditors to provide necessary support during testing and evaluations.<br>• Undertake additional responsibilities as assigned to support the team.
We are seeking a Director/Manager Financial Reporting in the insurance industry, located in Livonia, Michigan. This role is pivotal for managing both internal and external financial reporting, recordkeeping, tax reporting, and performance measure reporting. Furthermore, the role involves maintaining and developing all aspects of financial reporting.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Handle the creation and analysis of internal financial reports and fiscal records.<br>• Manage the development, analysis, and interpretation of statistical and accounting data to evaluate profitability.<br>• Prepare financial reports and projections for the Operating Committee and the Board of Directors.<br>• Foster business relationships with internal business personnel, external auditors, insurance examiners, and other regulatory groups.<br>• Oversee the corporate ledger and serve as a technical resource for accounting processes.<br>• Manage chart of accounts and other hierarchies, write reports, and coordinate with technical resources to ensure automated feeds function properly.<br>• Collaborate with various business partners across the company to develop accounting infrastructure-related solutions.<br>• Determine overall work assignments and projects for the Financial Reporting team and ensure adequate resources and skills are available.<br>• Oversee talent acquisition, training and development, and coaching and counseling processes for the Financial Reporting team.<br>• Supervise the timely completion and submission of all statutory reporting requirements.<br>• Assist in the development and implementation of corporate policies, objectives, and standards.<br>• Research and implement new developments in GAAP and statutory accounting pronouncements.<br>• Work with the Actuarial Department to review financial results.<br>• Analyze Financial Statements and provide summarizations of significant items.<br>• Appraise the operating results of Financial Reporting and develop innovative approaches to improve accuracy and operating effectiveness.<br>• Maintain compliance with all laws and regulations that govern the business processes in the department.
<p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p><p> We’re creating a brand-new <strong>FP& A Manager</strong> role — a unique opportunity for a finance professional who wants to make an immediate impact in a growth-driven environment. This position is ideal for someone who thrives on building processes, consolidating complex financials, and providing executive-ready analysis. Reporting to the Finance Director – Corporate FP& A, you’ll play a central role in shaping how we forecast, budget, and plan for the future. This is not a people-management role; instead, you’ll own and refine processes that span multiple divisions and states, ensuring leadership has the insights and tools needed to make confident decisions. This role is <strong>based on-site at our Southfield, MI headquarters.</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></p><ul><li>Lead the annual budgeting and recurring forecasting processes, consolidating inputs across multiple business units.</li><li>Manage budget consolidations in <strong>Venna</strong> software, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and clear visibility for leadership.</li><li>Develop and refine financial models that highlight key drivers, trends, and business opportunities.</li><li>Partner closely with divisional leaders and corporate teams to gather inputs, challenge assumptions, and build actionable plans.</li><li>Prepare and present financial packages and insights to executive leadership.</li><li>Identify process improvements and efficiencies as we continue to scale.</li><li>Support ad hoc analysis and special projects that directly influence company strategy.</li></ul><p><br></p>
