Assistant Controller

CFS

Troy, MI

$85,000–$110,000 Per Year

3 days ago

Job Description

Position: Assistant Controller-Relocation offered
Locations: Troy, MI or Ludington, MI (Relocation Assistance Available)
Salary: 85,000-110,000

About the Opportunity

A growing global manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced Assistant Controller to join its finance leadership team. This role partners closely with the Controller to support financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, compliance, and internal controls. The position offers visibility across the organization and the opportunity to contribute to strategic financial initiatives within a complex manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Assist with preparation and analysis of monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.
Perform account reconciliations and financial analysis.
Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal policies, and regulatory requirements.
Maintain and strengthen internal control processes.
Analyze financial data and identify opportunities for operational improvement.
Support internal and external audit activities.
Assist with federal, state, and local tax-related reporting requirements.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve financial processes and reporting accuracy.
Participate in special projects and other finance initiatives as needed.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.
5+ years of progressive accounting experience within a manufacturing environment.
Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, internal controls, and compliance requirements.
Experience supporting budgeting and forecasting processes.
Ability to analyze financial data and communicate findings effectively.
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Excel and ERP systems.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
CPA designation preferred but not required.

Why Consider This Role?

Relocation assistance available.
Choice of working from either the Troy or Ludington, Michigan location.
Opportunity to work with a global manufacturing organization.
High visibility role with exposure to executive leadership.

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Numbers & Facts

Location	Troy, MI
Industry	Financial Services
Salary	$85,000–$110,000 Per Year
Company Size	500 to 999 employees
Year Founded	1994
Website	http://www.cfstaffing.com/

About Company

Founded by CPA firms in 1994, Creative Financial Staffing has spent over 30 years helping job seekers and employers succeed. In fall 2025, we rebranded as CFS—a name that reflects our full range of expertise while staying true to the trusted company you know.

CFS is the industry’s leading employee-owned staffing firm, connecting top talent in accounting, finance, technology, and human resources. We provide skilled professionals on both a temporary and permanent basis across diverse industries, leveraging our extensive network to match the right people with the right opportunities.

Our dedication to excellence extends to our award-winning culture, recognized repeatedly for growth, recruiting, workplace environment, and employee support. Honors include Forbes’ “America’s Best Recruiting and Temporary Staffing Firms,” Staffing Industry Analysts’ top U.S. staffing rankings, FlexJobs’ Top 100 Companies for Remote and Hybrid Work, Top Workplaces USA, Newsweek’s Best Practices awards, and more.