Controller

Michael Page International

Novi, MI

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$65–$130 Per Hour
JOB TYPE
Contractor
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Analysis Skills, Balance Sheet, Business Operations, Business Support, Cash Flow, Cash Management, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Credit and Collections, External Audit, Finance, Financial Compliance, Financial Control, Forecasting, Inventory Management, Leadership, MPI, Maintain Compliance, Operational Audit, Outsourcing, Profit & Loss, Reconciliation, State Laws and Regulations, Technical Accounting
LOCATION
Novi, MI
POSTED
11 days ago
This interim role is responsible for stabilizing and leading the North America finance function during a period of transition, audit readiness, and operational change. Client DetailsThe business supports complex operations and places a strong emphasis on governance, compliance and consistent financial standards across regions. Description Provide leadership and oversight of the North America finance functionOwn full P&L and balance sheet responsibility across multiple entitiesStabilize month‑end close, reconciliations, inventory accounting and fixed assetsAct as the primary finance contact for external auditors ahead of fiscal year‑endManage cash flow, short‑term forecasting and debt collection prioritiesEstablish clear debt collection processes, standard work practices and adherence controlsReview outsourced payroll outputs to ensure accuracy, compliance and controlsApply strong technical accounting judgement aligned to policies and standardsOperate effectively within a dual reporting structure across regional and global stakeholdersLead through ambiguity and change, providing clarity and structureWork in a highly manual finance environment, with significant reliance on Excel for reporting and analysis Profile CPA or equivalent accounting qualification strongly preferred5-7+ years' experience at Controller, Senior Manager or equivalent levelOpen to candidates from Big 4 (Audit / Advisory) or adjacent industriesProven experience stepping into organizations to clean up, stabilize and create clear forward plansStrong technical accounting skills with confidence making judgement‑based decisionsComfortable operating in manual, Excel‑heavy environmentsStrong cash management and debt collection experienceExperience working within dual reporting structures and complex stakeholder environmentsHands‑on, resilient leader with the ability to influence and push back when requiredJob Offer High‑impact interim assignment with immediate responsibilityHybrid working model with meaningful on‑site collaborationExposure to senior regional and global stakeholdersClear mandate to stabilize, improve and standardize finance operationsCompetitive interim compensation aligned to senior‑level expertisePotential for contract extension or permanent opportunity MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

About the Company

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Michael Page International

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world. Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job. In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas: Banking and financial services Digital and e-commerce Engineering and manufacturing Finance and accounting Human resources Information technology Marketing Oil and gas Procurement and supply chain Property and construction Sales An Established Brand The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry. A Market Leader The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world. Learn the benefits of working with Michael Page yourself. Submit your resume or contact a Michael Page recruitment consultant today.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
WEBSITE
https://www.michaelpage.ca/