We are looking for an experienced Interim Controller to support financial operations for a long-term engagement based in Wixom, Michigan. This role will lead core accounting activities, provide reliable reporting, and help maintain strong financial visibility across ongoing business operations. The ideal candidate brings a hands-on approach to month-end close, cash flow forecasting, and financial review, while also offering guidance to accounting staff and cross-functional stakeholders.
The day-to-day responsibilities include:
- Lead day-to-day accounting oversight by directing staff activities and reviewing deliverables for accuracy and completeness.
- Manage the month-end close process, including cleanup activities, journal entry review, and preparation of month-end reporting packages.
- Prepare and refresh a 13-week cash flow forecast each week, incorporating actual results and updated projections.
- Evaluate monthly revenue calculations to confirm accuracy and alignment with financial records.
- Partner with project managers in recurring financial review meetings to assess project costs, validate tracking, and improve financial visibility.
- Support banking activity as needed, including transaction monitoring and related accounting follow-up.
- Coordinate year-end reporting requirements and assist with interim and annual audit activity in partnership with the external audit firm.
- Reconcile intercompany balances and prepare consolidation schedules to support accurate financial reporting.
- Serve as the accounting lead for acquisition integration efforts and other finance-related initiatives.
- Review payroll submissions on a biweekly basis and provide final approval as required.