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Assistant Controller

Job in Lansing, Ingham County, Michigan, 48915, USA
Listing for: Robert Half
Seasonal/Temporary position
Listed on 2026-07-27
Job specializations:
  • Accounting
    Financial Reporting, Financial Controller, Financial Compliance
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Description

Our client, a well-established and growing manufacturing organization, is seeking an Assistant Controller to join its finance leadership team. We've partnered with this company for years and have successfully placed multiple professionals throughout the organization. They have an outstanding reputation for investing in their employees, promoting from within, and fostering a collaborative, team-oriented culture.

This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional looking to take the next step into a highly visible leadership role with a company that values continuous improvement, operational excellence, and career development. The Assistant Controller position offers a hybrid work schedule and the opportunity to work alongside an experienced Controller while making a meaningful impact on the business.

As the Assistant Controller, you'll play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of the company's financial reporting while supporting day-to-day accounting operations and process improvements.

Responsibilities include:

+ Assist in leading the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.

+ Prepare and review financial statements and supporting account reconciliations.

+ Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and company accounting policies.

+ Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis activities.

+ Analyze manufacturing costs, inventory, and operational results to provide meaningful financial insights.

+ Assist with standard cost maintenance, inventory accounting, and cost variance analysis.

+ Partner with operations and plant leadership to improve financial performance and strengthen internal controls.

+ Coordinate annual audit activities and serve as a liaison with external auditors.

+ Support cash management, fixed assets, and capital expenditure reporting.

+ Identify opportunities to streamline accounting processes and improve efficiencies through automation and best practices.

+ Mentor and develop accounting staff while serving as a trusted partner to the Controller.

For immediate consideration call Jimmy Tunney at .

Requirements

+ Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance.

+ 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment.

+ Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting.

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Experience with month-end close, account reconciliations, and financial statement preparation.

+ Manufacturing cost accounting experience, including inventory accounting and standard costing, is highly preferred.

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Experience with ERP systems and advanced Excel skills.

+ CPA or CPA-track is a plus.

+ Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments.

Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit  for more information.

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