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>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 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 Assistant Controller Consultant to support core accounting operations and financial reporting for a long-term engagement in Southfield, Michigan. This role is ideal for an accounting specialist who can manage close activities, strengthen reporting accuracy, and contribute meaningful financial insight in a manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining compliance, supporting planning activities, and improving financial processes across the organization.</p><p><br></p><p>The day-to-day responsibilities include: </p><p><br></p><p>• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.</p><p>• Prepare, review, and post journal entries while maintaining precise general ledger records and supporting documentation.</p><p>• Complete balance sheet reconciliations, including cash activity and bank account analysis, and resolve discrepancies promptly.</p><p>• Reconcile customer and supplier accounts to improve accuracy, reduce outstanding issues, and support clean financial records.</p><p>• Produce financial statements and analyze performance against budget and forecast, highlighting trends and recommending corrective actions.</p><p>• Assess capital spending proposals by developing financial payback analysis and clearly communicating the business value of investments.</p><p>• Contribute to budgeting and forecasting cycles by compiling financial data, validating assumptions, and supporting planning discussions.</p><p>• Support internal and external audit activities, regulatory reporting, and adherence to accounting standards, internal controls, and governance requirements.</p><p>• Use accounting platforms such as QuickBooks, JD Edwards, and OneStream to manage reporting activities and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and process effectiveness.</p>