Assistant Controller Clinton Township, MI

Controller

Our trusted client is looking for a Controller to support financial operations for a construction business in Clinton Township, Michigan. This is a contract position, with potential to become permanent, focused on overseeing project-based accounting activities, maintaining accurate corporate financial records, and driving a timely month-end close process. The role works closely with project managers and internal stakeholders to monitor budgets, manage billing workflows, and prepare reliable reporting for leadership and external auditors.

The day-to-day responsibilities include:

• Oversee accounting activity for 20 to 40 active construction projects, ensuring financial records remain accurate, current, and aligned with project performance.
• Administer client invoicing processes, including AIA billing, while tracking documentation such as lien waivers and other contract-related financial requirements.
• Manage job cost reporting and work-in-progress analysis to help monitor contract status, profitability, and budget performance across multiple projects.
• Lead month-end close activities by reconciling accounts, reviewing balance sheet detail, and preparing complete financial information for corporate reporting.
• Partner with project managers to review change orders, evaluate cost movements, and maintain visibility into project budgets throughout the project lifecycle.
• Prepare cash flow reporting, including daily cash position updates, to support planning and operational decision-making.
• Compile corporate financial statements and supporting schedules for review by external auditors responsible for tax filing activities.
• Use Sage 100 Contractor to maintain accounting records, generate reports, and support construction-specific financial processes.