Archived listing. The details below describe a past opening.
We are looking for an experienced Interim Assistant Controller to support a corporate accounting team within a manufacturing environment. This Long-term Contract opportunity is well suited for a hands-on, detail-oriented accounting specialist who brings strong month-end close expertise, sound judgment around financial controls, and the ability to work effectively in a hybrid on-site setting. The role will contribute to accurate financial reporting, maintain the integrity of general ledger activity, and partner closely with internal stakeholders on day-to-day accounting operations.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare and record journal entries while ensuring supporting documentation is complete, accurate, and aligned with accounting policies.
- Lead key activities tied to the month-end close process, including review of account activity, timing of entries, and resolution of outstanding issues.
- Perform detailed reconciliations across balance sheet, bank, and general ledger accounts to maintain reliable financial records.
- Support the design, execution, and monitoring of internal controls to strengthen compliance and reduce reporting risk.
- Collaborate with the corporate accounting team in a hybrid work environment to address reporting needs and improve the flow of financial information.
- Use accounting platforms such as Great Plains, HFM, BlackLine, and Oracle to manage transactions, reconciliations, and reporting deliverables.
- Analyze account variances and investigate discrepancies, then recommend corrective actions to ensure financial accuracy.
- Assist with recurring and ad hoc reporting requests by organizing financial data and presenting clear, actionable insights.
- Contribute to process consistency across accounting operations while helping maintain timely and well-documented close activities.
The ideal candidate will have the following skill set:
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including corporate or senior-level accounting responsibilities.
- Demonstrated experience with journal entries, general ledger management, and month-end close activities.
- Strong background in account reconciliation, including balance sheet and bank reconciliations.
- Working knowledge of internal controls and their application within day-to-day accounting processes.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for analysis, reconciliation support, and financial reporting tasks.
- Experience with one or more accounting and reporting systems such as Great Plains, HFM, BlackLine, or Oracle.
- Ability to work on site in Ann Arbor, Michigan in a hybrid arrangement and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.