• Corporate Controller

    Robert Half Finance & Accounting (Detroit, MI)


    Description

    Position: Controller

    Reports To: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

     

    Minimum Experience: 8+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership role

     

    About the Opportunity

     

    Our client, a manufacturer of premium, high-end products, is seeking a dynamic and experienced Controller to join their leadership team. This position plays a critical role in overseeing accounting operations, driving process improvements, and ensuring compliance and accuracy across all financial activities. The Controller will report directly to the CFO and partner with leadership across the organization to deliver strategic financial insights that support growth and operational excellence.

    Key Responsibilities

    Day-to-Day:

    + Oversee accounting operations including AP, AR, payroll, and general ledger management.

    + Ensure accuracy, compliance, and timeliness of all financial transactions.

    + Lead, mentor, and develop a team of accounting professionals across multiple business lines.

    + Partner cross-functionally with leadership to deliver financial insights and drive process enhancements.

    Month-End:

    + Manage month-end close, including reconciliations and preparation of accurate financial statements.

    + Analyze variances and deliver clear commentary to leadership.

    + Monitor cash flow and working capital performance.

    Year-End:

    + Lead the annual close process and external audit coordination.

    + Oversee tax preparation and compliance through third-party providers.

    + Support annual budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning cycles.

     

    If you have questions or would like more information please call Jeff Sokolowski directly at (248)365-6131. For immediate and confidential please apply today.

    Requirements

    Qualifications / Experience

     

    + Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance required; CPA or Master’s degree strongly preferred.

    + Strong technical accounting expertise with deep knowledge of GAAP.

    + Proven experience managing accounting operations in multi-entity, manufacturing, or consumer product environments.

    + Proficiency in NetSuite and Microsoft Excel required; experience with Shopify, 3PL, Azure, DataLake, or Power BI a plus.

    + Experience in consumer products, retail, or omni-channel business models preferred.

    + Exceptional communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across functions.

     

    Leadership Scope

    The Controller will oversee 4 direct areas of responsibility:

    + Accounting Manager and staff accountants

    + AP/AR Manager and specialists

    + Cost Accountant

    + External Tax partner relationships

     

    Compensation

     

    + Base Salary: $175,000 – $200,000 (commensurate with experience)

     

    The “Wow Factor”

    The ideal candidate will be:

    + A high-integrity, hands-on leader with strong technical accounting skills.

    + Process-driven and solutions-oriented, passionate about continuous improvement.

    + Experienced in scaling accounting systems and processes in a high-growth environment.

    + A collaborative communicator, able to translate financial results into actionable strategy.

    + Energetic, proactive, and people-focused, with a history of developing high-performing teams.

     

    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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