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Robert Half
Birmingham, MI (In Person)
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Description We are looking for an experienced Controller to oversee core accounting activities and deliver dependable financial reporting for our team in Birmingham, Michigan. This position works closely with senior leadership to keep financial operations organized, accurate, and on schedule, while supporting payroll, reconciliations, and monthly reporting. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting judgment, hospitality or real estate industry experience, and the ability to manage details without losing sight of deadlines. The Controller will be the sole accounting person onsite so this person will need to be very comfortable with Full Cycle Accounting through month end close as well as accounting operations.
Responsibilities:
- Manage recurring payroll data entry and coordinate timely submission to the external payroll provider for bi-weekly processing.
- Prepare supporting schedules and reporting for sales tax and occupancy tax filings, ensuring accuracy and compliance with deadlines.
- Produce monthly and annual financial statements by gathering, reviewing, and interpreting accounting data from multiple sources.
- Lead the month-end and year-end close process, including journal entries, general ledger review, and completion of supporting workpapers.
- Reconcile bank and balance sheet accounts each month, investigate discrepancies, and maintain accurate cash records.
- Organize financial documentation and provide requested materials to support internal audit activity and management review.
- Maintain accounting records in alignment with internal policies, established procedures, and sound financial controls.
- Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities by reviewing invoice submissions, validating payment details, and assisting with regular check processing.
- Partner with the Bookkeeper to research guest account activity, verify charges, and help resolve disputed transactions or chargebacks. Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
- At least 7+ years of accounting experience within hospitality, hotel, commercial real estate, or a similar environment is preferred but not mandatory.
- Hands-on experience with month-end close, general ledger activity, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
- Proficiency with QuickBooks Online and strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
- Familiarity with payroll input processes and exposure to accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities with close attention to accuracy and timeliness.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills, along with the ability to work independently and manage competing deadlines.