We are looking for a Finance & Operations Manager to oversee the financial performance and day-to-day business operations of our Wixom, Michigan branch. This position plays a central role in shaping commercial direction, improving profitability, and supporting sustainable growth across the local business, with particular emphasis on service-related activities. The successful candidate will combine strong financial leadership with operational oversight, market awareness, and the ability to build productive relationships with customers, partners, and internal teams.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the financial and operational activities of the Wixom, Michigan branch to support efficient performance and strong business results.<br>• Create and execute strategic plans that strengthen revenue, expand market reach, and improve profitability, especially within the service segment.<br>• Act as a key representative of the business in the local market by developing and maintaining trusted relationships with clients, partners, and other stakeholders.<br>• Monitor branch performance through financial analysis, budgeting, and variance reviews, using data to guide decisions and improve outcomes.<br>• Oversee the annual budgeting cycle and support ongoing forecasting and budget control processes across the branch.<br>• Ensure all local operations follow applicable legal requirements as well as company policies, procedures, and performance standards.<br>• Evaluate market conditions, customer needs, and emerging trends to identify opportunities for business development and portfolio expansion.<br>• Provide leadership to the local team by setting clear expectations, encouraging collaboration, and promoting a culture focused on accountability and innovation.
We are looking for an experienced Funding Manager to support mortgage and real estate closings in Toledo, Ohio. This contract opportunity is ideal for someone with strong attention to detail who can oversee funding activity, protect escrowed assets, and maintain accuracy throughout the disbursement process. The role requires strong coordination across lenders, closing teams, and banking partners to keep transactions moving efficiently while meeting compliance standards.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the release of funds for residential and real estate transactions, including purchases, refinances, foreclosure-related matters, and other closing types after all approval conditions have been satisfied.<br>• Oversee outgoing disbursements by managing wire activity, check preparation, and final settlement balancing to ensure each file is completed accurately.<br>• Review settlement statements before closing to confirm that taxes, fees, commissions, and lender documentation match instructions and applicable state requirements.<br>• Verify recording charges and closing costs against county schedules and internal guidelines to reduce the risk of shortages, overages, or posting errors.<br>• Reconcile file-level ledgers and confirm lender wire figures with exact precision prior to releasing funds.<br>• Track incoming payments, including wires and checks, and apply funds to the appropriate closing files without delay.<br>• Lead escrow and trust accounting activities by reconciling escrow, trust, and operating accounts and resolving exceptions promptly.<br>• Investigate discrepancies such as stale items, ledger variances, and balancing issues, then implement corrective action to maintain accurate records.<br>• Partner with closers, lenders, warehouse banks, and related teams to address funding issues, meet banking cutoffs, and support smooth closings while maintaining compliant fund-handling controls.
<p>Bill Watts at Robert Half is partnering with a growing commercial real estate portfolio who are looking for an experienced strategic Finance & Accounting Manager to support a development-focused real estate platform. This role partners closely with leadership, development, and project teams to drive project-level financial oversight, capital planning, and investment analysis, while maintaining corporate accounting integrity.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Lead financial oversight of development projects, including budgeting, cost tracking, and variance analysis</li><li>Partner with development and construction teams on pro formas, feasibility models, and ROI analysis</li><li>Monitor project budgets, WIP reporting, capitalized costs, and draw schedules</li><li>Evaluate project performance using IRR, NPV, and other investment metrics</li><li>Support capital raising, JV structures, and investor reporting</li><li>Oversee corporate accounting, consolidations, and month-end close across multiple entities</li><li>Coordinate lender draws, construction financing compliance, and reporting requirements</li><li>Establish controls around job costing, capitalization policies, and project accounting</li><li>Work with external auditors, tax advisors, and consultants</li></ul>
<p>Bill Watts is partnering with a growing defense contracting manufacturer who is looking to directly hiring a Director of Finance with the ability to grow into a CFO! The Director of Finance will lead all accounting and financial reporting activities for a defense manufacturing organization, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP, FAR, CAS, and applicable government contracting regulations. This role requires deep, hands-on experience within defense/aerospace manufacturing environments, with expertise in cost accounting, government audits, and complex contract structures. The Director of Finance will partner with operations, program management, and executive leadership to support financial performance, compliance, and strategic decision-making.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Lead all accounting operations, including general ledger, cost accounting, inventory, revenue recognition, and financial reporting</li><li>Ensure full compliance with FAR, CAS, and DCAA requirements; serve as primary liaison for government audits and reviews</li><li>Oversee month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and timeliness</li><li>Manage project and contract accounting (e.g., cost-plus, fixed-price, T&M contracts)</li><li>Develop and maintain standard costing systems, including variance analysis for manufacturing operations</li><li>Oversee inventory accounting, including WIP, raw materials, and finished goods within a regulated manufacturing environment</li><li>Drive preparation of internal and external financial statements in accordance with GAAP</li><li>Support FP&A by partnering on budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning</li><li>Implement and maintain strong internal controls aligned with SOX or government compliance expectations</li><li>Collaborate with supply chain and operations on cost control, margin analysis, and efficiency initiatives</li><li>Lead and develop accounting team; establish best practices and continuous improvement initiatives</li><li>Support ERP system optimization (e.g., Oracle, SAP, Deltek, or similar systems commonly used in defense manufacturing)</li><li>Ensure proper accounting treatment for government-funded R&D, capital projects, and indirect rate structures</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Preferred Qualifications</p><ul><li>Experience working in a mid-to-large defense contractor environment</li><li>Exposure to ITAR/EAR compliance considerations</li><li>Experience supporting or leading ERP implementations or system upgrades</li><li>MBA or advanced degree</li></ul><p>Key Competencies</p><ul><li>Strong technical accounting and regulatory expertise</li><li>High attention to detail and commitment to compliance</li><li>Ability to operate in a highly regulated, audit-intensive environment</li><li>Excellent communication skills, particularly with executive leadership and auditors</li><li>Strategic mindset with hands-on execution capability</li><li>Ability to partner cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and program management</li></ul>
<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>