Controller
Robert Half Finance & Accounting
Description
We are looking for an experienced Controller (Corporate and Plant) to oversee and manage financial operations at our clients manufacturing company in Auburn Hills, Michigan. This role requires a meticulous individual with a strong background in financial reporting, budgeting, and cash flow forecasting who is able to oversee and do the accounting and finance for five locations. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of our accounting processes while contributing to the overall financial health of the company.
Responsibilities:
• Perform monthly general ledger closings, ensuring financial data is accurately calculated, posted, and reviewed.
• Analyze financial information related to assets, liabilities, and capital to prepare balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and other reports that summarize the company’s financial position.
• Develop, implement, and oversee control procedures to maintain compliance and operational efficiency.
• Audit contracts, orders, and vouchers while assisting in the preparation of governmental surveys.
• Prepare for annual financial statement audits, ensuring all necessary documentation is in place.
• Assign tasks to team members and review their work for accuracy, adherence to policies, and overall quality.
• Evaluate and standardize accounting procedures to improve efficiency and streamline operations.
• Collaborate with internal project managers to gather data for monthly revenue recognition and accrual reporting.
• Conduct operational surveys to assess organizational needs and recommend system improvements.
• Compile and analyze financial data for use in cash flow forecasting and decision-making.
Requirements
• CPA is a must have and also a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in financial reporting, reconciliation, budgeting, cash flow forecasting, consolidations, general ledger management, accounts payable/receivable supervision, and job costing.
• Proficiency in accounting software systems
• Strong skills in auditing, budget processes, job costing and cost analysis.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively while maintaining attention to detail.
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