• Assistant Controller

    Robert Half Finance & Accounting (Lansing, MI)


    Description

    Are you an experienced accounting professional who thrives on driving process improvements and influencing positive change within a growing organization? Our client, a dynamic and evolving company is seeking a motivated Assistant Controller to join their team.

     

    The Assistant Controller role that goes beyond traditional accounting functions—you’ll have the opportunity to play a key part in process optimization and enhancing operational efficiency, particularly as the organization transitions to a new ERP system in the next 6–9 months. If you’re detail-oriented, proactive, and excited by the prospect of streamlining workflows and tackling challenges in a growth-oriented environment, we want to hear from you!

    Assistant Controller Key Responsibilities:

    Accounting Oversight:

    + Support the Controller in managing the day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger maintenance, reconciliations, and financial close processes.

    + Review journal entries, account reconciliations, and financial reports to ensure accuracy and compliance with GAAP.

    Process Improvement and System Implementation:

    + Drive process improvements to enhance the efficiency, accuracy, and scalability of accounting and finance workflows.

    + Serve as a key point of contact for the upcoming ERP system implementation, partnering with cross-functional teams to ensure a seamless transition.

    + Evaluate current accounting policies and recommend improvements aligned with industry best practices.

    Financial Reporting and Analysis:

    + Assist with preparing and analyzing financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports.

    + Develop financial dashboards and KPIs to provide leadership with timely insights into company performance.

    Compliance and Audit Support:

    + Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and internal controls.

    + Collaborate with external auditors to ensure smooth audit processes, including the preparation of audit schedules and supporting documentation.

    Collaboration and Mentorship:

    + Support the Controller in mentoring and developing accounting staff to ensure a high-performing team.

    + Work cross-functionally with finance, operations, and IT teams to support company initiatives and ensure alignment of goals.

     

    For immediate consideration call Jimmy Tunney at 517-657-8054

    Requirements

    • 3-5+ years of progressive accounting experience

    • MBA, CPA or CMA designation is a plus

    • Experience with process-improvement initiatives and/or ERP system implementations (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, Dynamics, etc.).

    • Proactive, solutions-driven leader who thrives on finding efficiencies and standardizing processes.

    • Strong communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and present financial information to non-financial stakeholders.

     

    Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

     

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    All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

     

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