We are looking for a strategic finance leader to guide accounting operations and financial planning for our machinery manufacturing business in Temperance, Michigan. This role will oversee core reporting activities, strengthen financial controls, and deliver insights that support sound operational and commercial decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong manufacturing finance experience, a hands-on leadership style, and the ability to balance day-to-day accuracy with long-term financial performance.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the monthly, quarterly, and year-end accounting close cycle, ensuring timely reporting and alignment with applicable accounting standards.<br>• Lead the preparation and review of financial statements, journal entries, account reconciliations, and general ledger activity to maintain reliable financial records.<br>• Manage and develop the accounting team, setting clear expectations and reinforcing consistent application of finance policies and procedures.<br>• Oversee manufacturing finance activities such as cost accounting, inventory valuation, fixed asset tracking, margin review, and work-in-progress reporting.<br>• Design and enhance internal controls and accounting practices to improve reporting accuracy, compliance, and process efficiency.<br>• Partner with department leaders to drive annual budgets, periodic forecasts, and broader financial planning efforts.<br>• Evaluate business results, identify trends affecting profitability, and recommend actions to improve financial and operational performance.<br>• Monitor liquidity through cash flow forecasting, while supporting effective management of receivables, payables, banking relationships, and working capital.<br>• Provide financial guidance on customer programs, pricing decisions, contract performance, and cross-functional initiatives involving operations, sales, purchasing, and project management.<br>• Prepare leadership reporting and coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors, and financial institutions as needed.
<p><strong>Lead Financial Strategy. Drive Operational Excellence. Shape the Future.</strong></p><p>Are you a strategic finance leader who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? Our client is seeking an experienced <strong>accounting & finance leader</strong> to take ownership of the financial operations, guide long-term planning, and help drive sustainable growth in a start-up environment. </p><p>In this high-impact leadership role, you’ll oversee financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, audit coordination, and compliance while serving as a trusted advisor to executive leadership. If you’re passionate about transforming financial insights into smart business decisions, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></p><ul><li>Lead and manage all functions of the finance department, including accounting, reporting, and audit activities</li><li>Develop and execute financial strategies that align with company goals and support long-term growth</li><li>Prepare, analyze, and present financial statements and key reports to senior leadership and the board</li><li>Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis to monitor performance and identify opportunities</li><li>Ensure compliance with financial regulations, standards, and internal controls</li><li>Partner with external auditors and support audit readiness and execution</li><li>Drive process improvements that enhance financial accuracy, efficiency, and scalability</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally to support business operations, planning, and corporate finance initiatives</li><li>Mentor and develop finance team members, fostering a culture of accountability and high performance</li><li>Perform other duties as assigned</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for a Grant Accountant to support financial operations for a contract assignment based in Detroit, Michigan. This Contract position will focus on maintaining accurate accounting records, managing daily bookkeeping activity, and ensuring grant-related transactions are tracked with precision. The ideal candidate brings strong full-charge bookkeeping experience and can confidently oversee payables, receivables, reconciliations, and financial reporting using QuickBooks.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping activities, including maintaining the general ledger and keeping financial records current and accurate.<br>• Process vendor invoices and payment activity while ensuring accounts payable transactions are properly coded and documented.<br>• Oversee incoming payments, monitor outstanding balances, and maintain accurate accounts receivable records.<br>• Perform regular bank and account reconciliations to identify discrepancies and resolve variances in a timely manner.<br>• Track grant funding, record expenditures appropriately, and help ensure financial activity aligns with grant requirements.<br>• Prepare financial reports and supporting documentation to assist with internal review and program funding oversight.<br>• Use QuickBooks to enter, organize, and maintain accounting data for routine and grant-related transactions.<br>• Support month-end close activities by reviewing records, organizing schedules, and verifying transaction accuracy.
<p>Chief Financial Officer (CFO)</p><p><strong>A Robert Half Exclusive Search – Bridge Business Credit</strong></p><p><strong>Reports to: Ownership Group | Troy, Michigan</strong></p><p>Company & Opportunity</p><p>Bridge Business Credit is a privately held, non-bank asset-based lender providing working capital solutions to small and middle-market businesses. Established in 2002, Bridge has funded more than $700 million in lending solutions and built its reputation through a nimble, relationship-driven approach that helps clients stabilize, grow and ultimately transition to conventional bank financing.</p><p>Following exceptional <strong>10x growth over the past five years</strong>, Bridge is seeking an accomplished <strong>Chief Financial Officer</strong> to join its executive leadership team and help lead the company through its next phase of growth.</p><p>The CFO will serve as a strategic partner to the Ownership Group and executive team, bringing sophisticated financial modeling, forecasting, capital planning, margin analysis and performance management capabilities to the organization.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p><strong>Strategic Finance & Growth</strong></p><ul><li>Serve as the company’s senior financial strategist, translating complex financial data into actionable business insights.</li><li>Develop advanced financial models, forecasts and scenario analyses supporting growth, profitability and investment decisions.</li><li>Partner with leadership and business development on pricing, portfolio yield, revenue enhancement and margin expansion strategies.</li><li>Establish disciplined budgeting, cost controls and scalable processes to improve operating leverage as the company grows.</li></ul><p><strong>Capital & Liquidity Management</strong></p><ul><li>Optimize debt and equity structure to support growth and maximize return on equity.</li><li>Lead liquidity, capital planning and cash management strategies.</li><li>Manage senior lending relationships, reporting requirements and covenant compliance.</li><li>Develop relationships with prospective bank participants and alternative senior lenders.</li><li>Negotiate favorable financing terms and evaluate subordinated debt and other capital alternatives.</li></ul><p><strong>Risk & Operations</strong></p><ul><li>Partner with the Chief Credit Officer on financial analysis and portfolio risk management.</li><li>Support continuous improvement across underwriting, portfolio management, collateral monitoring and treasury operations.</li></ul><p><strong>Ownership & Executive Reporting</strong></p><ul><li>Deliver timely financial reporting and strategic analysis to ownership and executive leadership.</li><li>Develop board-ready financial packages, dashboards, forecasts and presentations.</li><li>Partner with outside advisors to understand key valuation drivers and incorporate findings into strategic planning.</li></ul><p><strong>Accounting & Administration</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee accounting, IT, HR/payroll, corporate risk management and other administrative functions.</li><li>Lead and mentor the Controller while establishing scalable best practices.</li><li>Ensure GAAP-compliant financial reporting and oversee external audit and tax relationships.</li></ul><p>For immediate and confidential consideration please contact Jeff Sokolowski at (248)365-6131,</p>