<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>
<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>
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.
<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>
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>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>
<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>
<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>