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We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead day-to-day accounting operations and provide strong financial oversight for a manufacturing company in Sterling Heights, Michigan. This role manages core financial processes including reconciliations, payroll, job costing, reporting, and compliance while supporting accurate operational decision-making. The ideal candidate brings a hands-on approach, sound judgment, and the ability to keep multiple financial and administrative priorities moving efficiently.
Job Responsibility
Oversee daily cash activity by monitoring bank accounts, reconciling balances, and validating credit card transactions for accuracy
Manage routine accounting workflows, including invoice entry, payment tracking, deposits, payroll processing, and maintenance of employee time records
Direct accounts payable and accounts receivable activities through regular reviews, vendor payments, and customer invoicing within the company’s ERP system
Administer job setup and costing by creating new job records, updating contract and bid logs, preparing bid support materials, and tracking in-process and completed job performance
Prepare month-end financial close activities, including journal entries, supporting schedules, balance sheet reviews, and income statement reporting for management
Maintain inventory and fixed asset records by recording adjustments, tracking additions and disposals, and aligning financial data with physical counts
Support regulatory and benefit-related obligations by handling tax-related payments, annual 1099 reporting, retirement contribution submissions, and audit preparation
Contribute to broader business operations by updating accounting procedures and employee records, assisting with hiring activities, attending production meetings, and completing special projects as needed
Develop financial data used for pricing, overhead, and labor rate calculations, and assemble monthly reporting packages for leadership review
Assist with contract administration and business support tasks such as progress payment documentation, lease renewal coordination, and customer credit card payment processing
Requirements
5+ years of experience in accounting or finance, including responsibility for general ledger activities and financial reporting
Prior experience in a Controller or senior-level accounting role within a manufacturing, job shop, or project-based environment
Strong knowledge of job costing, month-end close, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and bank reconciliation processes
Hands-on experience using JobBOSS or a comparable ERP/accounting system to manage jobs, invoicing, and financial records
Ability to prepare accurate financial statements, journal entries, and supporting documentation with a high level of attention to detail
Familiarity with tax reporting, 1099 processing, fixed asset tracking, and audit support responsibilities
Proficiency in organizing multiple deadlines, prioritizing recurring deliverables, and working independently in a fast-paced setting
Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with management, production teams, vendors, and employees across departments