Seeking experienced Controller Consultants for clients in the Downtown Detroit, MI area to be engaged on an interim basis
As a Controller Consultant, specific role(s) with clients and position responsibilities will vary from engagement to engagement
For individuals with correlating experience, please reply to this Controller consultant posting. Objectives/Responsibilities May Include: Complete month-end close including bank and account reconciliations, intercompany transitions, accruals and managing revenue recognition Prepare monthly financial statements including P&L and Statement of Cash Flows Perform financial analysis including variance, trend and cash flow as required Support the budgeting and forecasting process, including budget to actual and budget to forecast analysis Develop, implement, and maintain financial controls and guidelines Achieve budgeting goals with proper scheduling, analysis, and corrective actions Maximize payroll efficiency through innovative process development Help develop and support short- and long-term operational strategies Maintain internal safeguards for revenue receipts, costs, and team and organizational budgets and actual expenditures Establish (in coordination with CFO) financial and operating benchmarks, budgets, program monitoring, and reporting standards on biweekly, monthly, and annual basis Implement consistent accounting policies, practices, and procedures across all programs, adhering to national and local legal standards while remaining knowledgeable of proposed legislation Develop and enforce internal controls to maximize protection of company assets, policies, procedures, and workflows Oversee and support accounting team with dynamic leadership that creates an environment of trust and productivity Oversight of HR operations including payroll, benefits, recruitment, and internal staffing Assist senior leadership by creating and preparing various reports Proven process improvement experience and ability to review processes for effectiveness and efficiency Other duties as assigned Requirements/Qualifications/Preferred Skill Seven plus years of progressive accounting or finance experience with at least three years of people management experience Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field required CPA, CMA or CGMA certification a plus Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) Working knowledge of national and local tax regulations and compliance reporting
