<p>We are looking for a Finance Manager/Controller to lead core accounting and financial operations for our clients metro Detroit team. This role is responsible for delivering accurate financial reporting, maintaining strong internal controls, and guiding a timely close process across multiple entities in North America. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, sound technical accounting knowledge, and the ability to partner with management on financial performance, compliance, and process improvements.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct monthly and quarterly close activities across multiple entities, ensuring financial statements are complete, accurate, and issued on schedule.</p><p>• Oversee general ledger activity, including journal entries, reconciliations, and detailed review of key accounts such as inventory, prepaids, and work in process.</p><p>• Maintain fixed asset records, monitor bank account reconciliations, and resolve discrepancies to support reliable financial reporting.</p><p>• Coordinate consolidation tasks by validating financial data, reviewing intercompany activity, and supporting reporting needs for finance leadership and executive stakeholders.</p><p>• Approve updates to financial master data and help preserve consistency and accuracy across accounting systems and reporting structures.</p><p>• Manage tax and payroll-related activities, including recurring filings, payroll review, and compliance with applicable statutory and indirect tax obligations.</p><p>• Support internal and external audits by preparing requested documentation, responding to inquiries, and reinforcing adherence to internal control standards.</p><p>• Lead and mentor accounting staff across payables, receivables, collections, and senior accounting functions while reviewing work for quality and accuracy.</p><p>• Provide oversight of regional accounting operations, including coordination with cross-border teams, to ensure results are timely, accurate, and properly reflected in North American consolidated reporting.</p><p>• Drive continuous improvement efforts within finance operations, including enhancements to reporting tools, process workflows, and financial planning support for site leadership./Controller</p>
We are looking for an experienced finance leader to oversee financial strategy, reporting, and operational accounting for a manufacturing organization in Fraser, Michigan. This role will guide budgeting, forecasting, cost accounting, and internal controls while supporting sound business decisions across departments. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, sharp analytical judgment, and a hands-on approach to improving financial and administrative processes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead companywide budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities, providing clear visibility into performance across departments and functions.<br>• Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timely delivery to leadership.<br>• Direct the month-end close process, including balance sheet reconciliations, statement consolidation, and analysis of key financial results.<br>• Strengthen standard costing practices by maintaining accurate product cost data and supporting margin, inventory, and bill of materials analysis.<br>• Establish and refine internal controls, accounting procedures, and reporting workflows to improve efficiency, consistency, and compliance.<br>• Oversee accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, and core administrative HR activities to ensure dependable day-to-day execution.<br>• Partner with operations on purchasing and inventory management, using financial insight to support cost control and performance improvement.<br>• Develop and monitor key performance indicators and financial reporting packages that help leaders measure results and act on trends.<br>• Evaluate accounting systems and current processes, recommending and implementing improvements that enhance productivity and financial accuracy.<br>• Serve as a primary financial liaison with external partners, including auditors and other third-party stakeholders, on behalf of the company.
<p><strong>Position:</strong> Controller</p><p><strong>Reports To:</strong> Chief Financial Officer (CFO)</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Detroit, MI</p><p><strong>Minimum Experience:</strong> 8+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership role</p><p><br></p><p><strong>About the Opportunity</strong></p><p>Our 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.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><strong>Day-to-Day:</strong></p><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><p><strong>Month-End:</strong></p><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><p><strong>Year-End:</strong></p><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><p>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.</p>