<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>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>