<p>We are looking for an experienced Treasury Services Manager to support treasury and cash management initiatives for a financial institution in Grand Blanc, Michigan. This role will guide day-to-day treasury operations, strengthen commercial member relationships, and help expand deposit-related services through thoughtful product oversight and service delivery. The position also partners across lending, branch operations, finance, and technology teams to align treasury offerings with organizational goals while maintaining strong controls and regulatory compliance.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct treasury and cash management activities to support liquidity, service quality, and sustainable deposit growth.</p><p>• Lead and develop a team responsible for treasury services, setting priorities and promoting high standards of execution.</p><p>• Work closely with lending, branch, finance, and information systems partners to ensure treasury products and processes meet business needs.</p><p>• Evaluate service usage, financial performance, and operational trends to improve product effectiveness and identify growth opportunities.</p><p>• Oversee risk controls and compliance practices across treasury functions, ensuring procedures align with applicable regulatory expectations.</p><p>• Manage the setup and onboarding of commercial clients, including product education, service configuration, and readiness for operational use.</p><p>• Provide ongoing support for treasury clients by resolving service issues, maintaining documentation, and reinforcing best practices.</p><p>• Monitor and enhance treasury offerings such as remote deposit capture, merchant services, bill pay, positive pay, and lock box solutions.</p><p>• Drive continuous improvement efforts within treasury operations, including process refinement and implementation of new service capabilities when needed.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Controller to oversee the financial operations of our growing specialty contracting business near Wyandotte, Michigan. This role partners closely with executive leadership to strengthen reporting, support project-based accounting, and provide insight that guides business decisions. The successful candidate will lead the accounting function, improve financial processes, and help ensure the organization maintains accurate, timely, and compliant reporting.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct the preparation of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and ensure reporting deadlines are consistently met.</p><p>• Lead construction accounting activities, including project cost tracking, work-in-progress reporting, and revenue recognition based on project completion status.</p><p>• Oversee contract invoicing processes, including industry-standard progress billing, while maintaining accuracy across customer accounts.</p><p>• Manage cash flow planning, financial forecasting, budgeting, and variance reviews to support operational and strategic decisions.</p><p>• Supervise core accounting functions such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll accounting, and general ledger maintenance.</p><p>• Coordinate audit preparation, support external tax advisors, and provide required financial information for lenders and surety partners.</p><p>• Administer compliance-related documentation, including lien waiver tracking and other project financial records.</p><p>• Strengthen internal controls, identify opportunities for process improvement, and support the implementation of construction accounting software.</p><p>• Provide day-to-day leadership, coaching, and development for the accounting team.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Credit/Collections Supervisor/Manager to lead recovery, servicing, and portfolio risk activities for a financial institution in Grand Blanc, Michigan. This role is responsible for guiding complex borrower resolution strategies, strengthening department performance, and ensuring compliant oversight across consumer, mortgage, student, and commercial accounts. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership experience in a banking or credit union environment and the ability to balance member service, risk mitigation, and operational effectiveness.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop and negotiate repayment solutions that reflect organizational goals while assessing borrower capacity, collateral position, overall exposure, and account complexity.<br>• Review and authorize loan workout arrangements, modified terms, and restructuring options across commercial, consumer, residential mortgage, and student lending portfolios.<br>• Direct day-to-day collection operations, including bankruptcy matters, foreclosure activity, repossessions, insurance-related claims, and recovery of charged-off assets.<br>• Collaborate with senior leadership to improve departmental processes, strengthen workflow efficiency, and enhance overall team productivity and service outcomes.<br>• Coach, train, and cross-train staff to build a versatile team while encouraging thoughtful promotion of additional financial products and services.<br>• Oversee institution-owned real estate and personal property assets by coordinating vendors, arranging upkeep, monitoring valuations, supporting marketing efforts, and leading sale discussions with appropriate signing authority.<br>• Establish performance expectations for the department, manage budget planning, and analyze variances to support sound financial and operational decisions.<br>• Maintain adherence to regulatory standards and investor requirements while supervising audits, third-party vendor performance, and member complaint resolution.<br>• Support commercial portfolio oversight through covenant monitoring, risk rating evaluation, and development of action plans for higher-risk or watch-listed relationships.
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to lead core accounting operations for our service organization in Southfield, Michigan. This role will oversee close activities, maintain the integrity of the general ledger, and support accurate financial reporting across the business. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, a hands-on approach to reconciliations and journal entries, and the ability to coordinate effectively through audit and payroll-related processes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the monthly close cycle, ensuring deadlines are met and financial results are recorded accurately.<br>• Oversee general ledger activity and review account balances to maintain complete and reliable financial records.<br>• Prepare and approve journal entries with appropriate supporting documentation and accounting treatment.<br>• Perform detailed account reconciliations, investigate variances, and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.<br>• Partner with internal and external auditors by organizing schedules, responding to requests, and supporting financial statement audit activities.<br>• Review financial data and reporting outputs to help ensure consistency, accuracy, and compliance with accounting standards.<br>• Supervise day-to-day accounting operations and provide guidance to staff on processes, priorities, and problem resolution.<br>• Support payroll accounting activities, including coordination with ADP and review of related entries and reconciliations.
<p>We are looking for a dynamic Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join our team in Troy, Michigan. This role offers a unique opportunity to drive financial strategy, optimize operations, and serve as a critical partner to executive leadership in a growing, relationship-focused organization. The ideal candidate will leverage their expertise to enhance financial performance and scalability, ensuring long-term success through data-driven decision-making and disciplined execution.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Act as the primary financial advisor to the executive leadership team, providing strategic insights and recommendations.</p><p>• Oversee all accounting operations, ensuring accurate reporting and strong internal controls.</p><p>• Lead the development and implementation of forecasting models, including budgeting and performance analytics.</p><p>• Drive initiatives to improve profitability and optimize margins across the organization.</p><p>• Manage liquidity and capital resources effectively, strengthening relationships with banking and financial institutions.</p><p>• Modernize reporting and analytics systems using tools such as Microsoft Dynamics and Power BI.</p><p>• Prepare comprehensive financial reports and presentations for the board of directors and senior stakeholders.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align financial strategies with organizational goals.</p><p>• Enhance pricing structures and cost management practices to support sustainable growth.</p><p>• Lead and mentor the finance and accounting teams to foster growth and development.</p><p>For consideration on this confidential search, please call Jeff Sokolowski directly at (248)365-6131.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Senior Manager of Internal Audit to lead a comprehensive internal audit function for a manufacturing organization. This role will shape risk-based audit planning, strengthen governance practices, and provide senior leadership with clear insight into control effectiveness across the business. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in corporate internal audit, strong business judgment, and the ability to communicate findings and recommendations with confidence to executive stakeholders and the Audit Committee.</p><p> </p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the design and execution of the organization’s internal audit strategy, ensuring alignment with operational priorities, financial controls, and enterprise risk considerations.</p><p>• Develop and manage the annual internal audit plan using a risk-based approach, adjusting priorities as business conditions and emerging issues evolve.</p><p>• Oversee end-to-end audit engagements, including scoping, fieldwork, reporting, and follow-up activities to confirm timely resolution of identified issues.</p><p>• Present audit results, control observations, and remediation progress to executive leadership and the Audit Committee in a clear and actionable manner.</p><p>• Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, governance practices, and compliance processes across corporate and operational functions.</p><p>• Partner with business leaders to recommend practical improvements that reduce risk, enhance accountability, and support stronger process performance.</p><p>• Supervise and mentor audit team members while promoting consistent methodologies, thorough standards, and high-quality deliverables.</p><p>• Monitor management action plans and verify that corrective measures are implemented effectively and sustained over time.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration call Jimmy Tunney at 517-657-8054.</p>
<p><strong>Controller</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Our trusted client is looking for a Controller to support financial operations for a construction business in Clinton Township, Michigan. This is a Contract position, with potential to become permanent, focused on overseeing project-based accounting activities, maintaining accurate corporate financial records, and driving a timely month-end close process. The role works closely with project managers and internal stakeholders to monitor budgets, manage billing workflows, and prepare reliable reporting for leadership and external auditors.</p><p><br></p><p>The day-to-day responsibilities include:</p><p>• Oversee accounting activity for 20 to 40 active construction projects, ensuring financial records remain accurate, current, and aligned with project performance.</p><p>• Administer client invoicing processes, including AIA billing, while tracking documentation such as lien waivers and other contract-related financial requirements.</p><p>• Manage job cost reporting and work-in-progress analysis to help monitor contract status, profitability, and budget performance across multiple projects.</p><p>• Lead month-end close activities by reconciling accounts, reviewing balance sheet detail, and preparing complete financial information for corporate reporting.</p><p>• Partner with project managers to review change orders, evaluate cost movements, and maintain visibility into project budgets throughout the project lifecycle.</p><p>• Prepare cash flow reporting, including daily cash position updates, to support planning and operational decision-making.</p><p>• Compile corporate financial statements and supporting schedules for review by external auditors responsible for tax filing activities.</p><p>• Use Sage 100 Contractor to maintain accounting records, generate reports, and support construction-specific financial processes.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Internal Audit Manager/Director to lead a comprehensive internal audit function for a manufacturing organization. This role will shape risk-based audit planning, strengthen governance practices, and provide senior leadership with clear insight into control effectiveness across the business. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in corporate internal audit, strong business judgment, and the ability to communicate findings and recommendations with confidence to executive stakeholders and the Audit Committee.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the design and execution of the organization’s internal audit strategy, ensuring alignment with operational priorities, financial controls, and enterprise risk considerations.<br>• Develop and manage the annual internal audit plan using a risk-based approach, adjusting priorities as business conditions and emerging issues evolve.<br>• Oversee end-to-end audit engagements, including scoping, fieldwork, reporting, and follow-up activities to confirm timely resolution of identified issues.<br>• Present audit results, control observations, and remediation progress to executive leadership and the Audit Committee in a clear and actionable manner.<br>• Evaluate the effectiveness of internal controls, governance practices, and compliance processes across corporate and operational functions.<br>• Partner with business leaders to recommend practical improvements that reduce risk, enhance accountability, and support stronger process performance.<br>• Supervise and mentor audit team members while promoting consistent methodologies, thorough standards, and high-quality deliverables.<br>• Monitor management action plans and verify that corrective measures are implemented effectively and sustained over time.
<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>
<p>Tax Manager – Hybrid (3 Days In-Office)</p><p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p> Our client, a <strong>large international manufacturer</strong> known for its innovation and commitment to quality, is seeking a <strong>Tax Manager</strong> to join its growing U.S. tax team. This role offers a <strong>hybrid schedule (3 days in-office)</strong> and significant <strong>career advancement opportunities</strong> within a global organization that values collaboration, continuous learning, and professional development.</p><p>As a key member of the corporate tax function, you will lead U.S. income tax accounting and reporting activities, ensure accuracy in financial statements, and coordinate with domestic and international teams on tax strategy and compliance. The position combines hands-on tax provision work with leadership, process improvement, and strategic insight—perfect for a motivated professional looking to grow within a high-performing, globally integrated business.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Manage preparation and review of quarterly and annual U.S. income tax provisions under ASC 740.</li><li>Oversee deferred tax calculations, effective tax rate analysis, valuation allowances, and return-to-provision reconciliations.</li><li>Consolidate and communicate U.S. tax provision data for global reporting purposes.</li><li>Maintain and document key tax attributes, including net operating losses, tax credits, and Section 163(j) carryforwards.</li><li>Supervise international and domestic tax computations for provision and budgeting, including BEAT, GILTI, and FDII.</li><li>Partner with external advisors and internal stakeholders to align provision and compliance processes.</li><li>Monitor and interpret changes in U.S. tax law and assess their impact on reporting and planning.</li><li>Review tax-related disclosures for internal financial statements and corporate reporting packages.</li><li>Support tax forecasting, budgeting, and strategic planning related to tax expense and cash tax management.</li><li>Provide technical support during audits, preparing documentation and responding to inquiries.</li><li>Champion process improvement initiatives and system enhancements using ONESOURCE, SAP, and other tax technologies.</li></ul><p>For immediate consideration please call Jeff Sokolowski directly at (248)365-6131 or apply directly today. </p><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Director of Treasury</strong></p><p>Our client, a highly respected and evolving organization, is seeking a <strong>Director of Treasury</strong> to join its leadership team during a period of strategic transformation. This is a high-impact role offering strong executive visibility, the opportunity to influence enterprise-wide initiatives, and the ability to partner with a dynamic and forward-thinking leadership group.</p><p>This position will lead and modernize treasury operations, enhance financial risk management, and drive process improvements across a complex and growing environment. The ideal candidate thrives in change, brings a strategic mindset, and enjoys building scalable, best-in-class treasury functions.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead cash management, liquidity forecasting, and working capital optimization strategies</li><li>Oversee capital structure, financing activities, and investment initiatives</li><li>Manage banking relationships, optimize account structures, and negotiate financial terms</li><li>Direct enterprise risk management efforts including FX, interest rate, and counterparty exposure</li><li>Strengthen internal controls, compliance, and audit readiness across treasury operations</li><li>Drive automation, systems enhancements, and process transformation initiatives</li><li>Partner with executive leadership to deliver insights that support strategic decision-making</li><li>Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing treasury team</li></ul><p>For immediate and confidential consideration, or if you have questions, please call Jeff Sokolowski directly at (248)365-6131.</p>
<p><strong>Controller</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Our trusted client is looking for an experienced Controller to join a construction-focused organization in Rochester, Michigan in a <strong><u>contract-to-permanent</u></strong> capacity. This role will lead core accounting functions while providing financial oversight for project-based work, with a strong emphasis on job costing, percentage-of-completion accounting, and accurate client revenue recognition. The ideal candidate brings hands-on expertise in full-cycle accounting, project billing, and financial forecasting, and can translate complex project financial data into clear business insight.</p><p><br></p><p>The day-to-day responsibilities will include:</p><p>• Direct daily financial activities across billing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, ledger maintenance, and cash oversight to support accurate and timely operations.</p><p>• Produce reliable financial reporting on a weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual basis, and present meaningful analysis tied to company and project performance.</p><p>• Manage project accounting processes, including client invoicing, expense allocation, revenue assignment, retainage tracking, and percentage-of-completion calculations.</p><p>• Monitor job profitability by evaluating cost-to-complete estimates, budget variances, and work-in-progress activity, then communicate findings to leadership and project stakeholders.</p><p>• Partner with project managers and estimators to align billing schedules, contract values, change orders, and project budgets with financial records.</p><p>• Strengthen and refine job cost accounting procedures, internal controls, and accounting policies to improve reporting accuracy and operational consistency.</p><p>• Oversee compliance activities related to taxes, licensing requirements, contract documentation, insurance records, bonding support, and lien waiver administration.</p><p>• Lead month-end close and full-cycle bookkeeping activities, ensuring transactions are properly recorded and reconciled across all accounts.</p><p>• Support annual planning by preparing budgets, scorecards, key performance indicators, and cash flow forecasts for the business and individual projects.</p><p>• Guide and mentor office and accounting staff while collaborating closely with ownership, sales, operations, and project leadership on financial strategy and decision-making.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced accounting leader to oversee North American financial consolidation activities for a complex, multi-entity automotive manufacturing organization based in Auburn Hills, Michigan. This position plays a central role in delivering accurate consolidated reporting, supporting monthly close activities, and partnering with finance teams across the region and globally. The individual in this role will guide a small team, strengthen reporting processes, and help ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards and internal reporting requirements.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Oversee the consolidation of financial results for numerous North American entities and ensure timely submission into the broader global reporting structure.</p><p>• Collaborate with corporate accounting, FP& A, regional finance leaders, and operating units to support internal management reporting and external financial reporting needs.</p><p>• Direct and develop a team of accounting professionals while coordinating closely with international consolidation stakeholders.</p><p>• Maintain accuracy within the OneStream platform by reviewing consolidation entries, intercompany eliminations, and other top-side adjustments.</p><p>• Lead month-end close activities by preparing analyses, resolving issues, and supplying key information required for an efficient financial close process.</p><p>• Prepare and review consolidated actuals, budgets, and forecasts to support business planning and financial performance monitoring.</p><p>• Manage corporate-level adjustments and oversee accounting for consolidation-related entities and reserved entries.</p><p>• Advise business unit finance teams on sound accounting treatment, reporting practices, and process consistency across the organization.</p><p>• Support selected global accounting initiatives, including participation in future reporting standard or structure changes where needed.</p>
<p>Corporate Accounting Supervisor</p><p>Ann Arbor Area | Hybrid Work Environment</p><p>Our client, a global industry leader with a long-standing reputation for innovation and operational excellence, is seeking a Corporate Accounting Supervisor to join their growing accounting organization. This is an outstanding opportunity to work alongside a highly collaborative leadership team within a stable, employee-focused environment that offers strong career growth, internal advancement opportunities, and excellent team tenure.</p><p>The organization offers a flexible hybrid work environment, competitive compensation and bonus potential, and the ability to make a visible impact within a large, complex corporate accounting function.</p><p>Position Overview</p><p>The Corporate Accounting Supervisor will oversee key general ledger and close activities while supporting the organization’s financial reporting and accounting operations. This individual will lead and mentor accounting staff, coordinate critical month-end processes, and partner cross-functionally with finance leadership and operational teams.</p><p>The ideal candidate will bring strong large-company accounting experience, leadership capabilities, and a background working within sophisticated ERP environments.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Lead and coordinate month-end close activities and related accounting processes</li><li>Prepare and review journal entries, account analyses, and balance sheet reconciliations</li><li>Analyze monthly financial results and explain variances to budget and forecast</li><li>Support quarterly reporting requirements and internal financial reporting deliverables</li><li>Assist with audits, internal controls, and various accounting projects</li><li>Review accounting processes and recommend improvements to drive efficiency and accuracy</li><li>Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting team members</li><li>Ensure compliance with corporate accounting policies and procedures</li><li>Partner with finance and operational leadership on reporting and analysis initiatives</li></ul><p>For immediate and confidential consideration, please call Jeff Sokolowski directly at (248)365-6131 or apply today. </p>
We are looking for an experienced IT Audit Manager to lead technology-focused audit activities for a manufacturing organization. This role is ideal for someone who can evaluate internal controls, strengthen risk management practices, and support compliance efforts across critical systems and processes. The successful candidate will partner with business and technology stakeholders to identify control gaps, recommend practical improvements, and help maintain a strong governance environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead and execute IT audit engagements, including planning, fieldwork, testing, and reporting for systems, applications, and infrastructure controls.<br>• Assess the design and effectiveness of IT general controls and recommend corrective actions that reduce risk and improve compliance.<br>• Oversee Sarbanes-Oxley related testing activities for technology controls and monitor remediation efforts through completion.<br>• Review access management, change management, backup, recovery, and other key control areas to confirm alignment with internal policies and regulatory expectations.<br>• Partner with cross-functional leaders to communicate audit findings, provide actionable recommendations, and support sustainable process improvements.<br>• Supervise audit documentation and maintain clear workpapers that support conclusions, regulatory reviews, and internal standards.<br>• Guide audit team members who are new to the role by providing direction, feedback, and quality oversight throughout the audit lifecycle.<br>• Contribute to risk assessments and annual audit planning by identifying emerging technology risks and prioritizing high-impact areas for review.
We are looking for an experienced Controller to support a non-profit organization in Detroit, Michigan through a Contract assignment. This role will oversee core accounting operations, guide financial reporting activities, and help maintain strong fiscal discipline across the organization. The ideal candidate brings hands-on leadership in budgeting, close management, audit coordination, and grant-related financial oversight within a non-profit environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee the monthly close cycle, ensuring financial records are completed accurately and within established deadlines.<br>• Prepare and review financial statements and consolidated reporting packages for leadership and external parties.<br>• Drive the annual budget process while supporting forecasting and broader financial planning activities.<br>• Partner with auditors and manage audit preparation to promote compliance with applicable standards and regulatory requirements.<br>• Administer grant-related accounting activities, including tracking funds and maintaining supporting documentation for compliance purposes.<br>• Apply non-profit accounting standards across daily operations to ensure reporting integrity and proper fund management.<br>• Work closely with cross-functional teams to refine accounting workflows and improve overall process efficiency.
<p>Controller</p><p>Confidential Opportunity | Professional Services Firm</p><p>Overview</p><p>A growing, employee-oriented professional services organization is seeking a Controller to serve as a key member of the leadership team. This individual will oversee all aspects of accounting, financial reporting, and internal controls, while partnering closely with leadership to drive business performance.</p><p>This is a highly visible role responsible for both hands-on accounting leadership and strategic financial support within a project-based environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities</p><p>Financial Management & Reporting</p><p><br></p><p>Lead the full-cycle accounting function, including general ledger, AP/AR, payroll, and fixed assets</p><p>Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes in accordance with GAAP</p><p>Prepare accurate financial statements and deliver timely reporting to leadership</p><p>Develop dashboards and reporting around key metrics such as margin, utilization, and cash flow</p><p>Provide regular reporting packages to executive leadership and operational stakeholders</p><p><br></p><p>Project Accounting & Operational Support</p><p><br></p><p>Oversee project setup, revenue recognition, WIP, and job cost reporting</p><p>Partner with project leaders to analyze profitability, backlog, and billing performance</p><p>Monitor key performance indicators (DSO, utilization, margins, write-ups/downs)</p><p>Support continuous improvement in project financial processes and systems</p><p><br></p><p>Billing & Cash Flow</p><p><br></p><p>Oversee client invoicing and ensure alignment with contract terms</p><p>Manage AR collections and maintain strong cash flow forecasting</p><p>Partner with leadership on pricing and financial assumptions for new work</p><p><br></p><p>Internal Controls & Compliance</p><p><br></p><p>Maintain strong internal controls and support audit readiness</p><p>Lead external audits, tax filings, and compliance activities</p><p>Ensure adherence to applicable regulatory requirements</p><p><br></p><p>Budgeting & Strategic Planning</p><p><br></p><p>Lead annual budgeting and forecasting processes</p><p>Support long-range planning, scenario modeling, and performance analysis</p><p>Provide insights to leadership to support decision-making and growth initiatives</p><p><br></p><p>Leadership</p><p><br></p><p>Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing accounting team</p><p>Partner cross-functionally with operations to improve financial outcomes</p><p>Promote a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a Controller to lead core accounting operations for a growing IT software organization near Ann Arbor, Michigan. This position will oversee the full close cycle, maintain strong financial controls, and support accurate, timely reporting across multiple accounting functions. The role is well suited for a hands-on accounting leader who can balance detailed transaction oversight with broader financial stewardship and compliance responsibilities.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the monthly close process from start to finish, ensuring deadlines are met, reconciliations are completed, and the accounting records are finalized accurately.</p><p>• Maintain oversight of the general ledger and support day-to-day accounting activity across accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and fixed asset accounting.</p><p>• Prepare and record journal entries related to recurring and non-routine activity, including amortization, depreciation, and other period-end adjustments.</p><p>• Monitor adherence to internal controls and accounting procedures to support audit readiness, policy compliance, and reliable financial reporting.</p><p>• Manage the master trial balance within a 4-4-5 accounting calendar and ensure balances are properly supported throughout each reporting period.</p><p>• Research account variances and unusual transactions, resolve accounting issues, and respond to technical questions from internal and external stakeholders.</p><p>• Produce monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements in accordance with applicable accounting standards and organizational reporting requirements.</p><p>• Apply percentage-of-completion accounting principles where appropriate and provide financial analysis to support business decision-making.</p>
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.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the monthly and year-end close processes, ensuring financial results are completed accurately and on schedule.<br>• Oversee the accounting team, setting clear expectations, supporting career development, and driving strong performance across the department.<br>• Prepare and review monthly and annual financial reports while maintaining compliance with generally accepted accounting principles.<br>• Establish, enhance, and monitor accounting policies and internal controls to improve reliability and reduce financial risk.<br>• Drive process improvements across receivables, inventory, payables, fixed assets, and payroll to increase efficiency and strengthen control procedures.<br>• Build annual operating plans, quarterly forecasts, and longer-range financial models to support strategic decision-making.<br>• Analyze business results, highlight key performance trends, and explain differences between actual performance and budgeted targets.<br>• Maintain reconciliations and supporting documentation for general ledger balances and reported financial statement amounts.<br>• Manage standard costing activities, including variance review and reporting, within a manufacturing environment.<br>• Support special financial reporting needs and contribute to finance-related system implementation or migration initiatives when applicable.