Assistant Controller

Overview

This position will be responsible for handling the monthly and weekly accounting processes for one of the locations within a business unit for this company. This company provides services to clients at all of their main facilities. The services include housekeeping, skilled trades, A/V electronic support and other various services. This person will handle the Accounts payable for this location, entering invoices and keeping the data up to date.

They will handle all of the account reconciliations for these locations and make sure the data is accurate and up to date. When handling AR they will be responsible for making sure the right profit centers are being billed, Purchase Order information is correct and everything is submitted the right way. The majority of this work will be done in Excel, as well as a few proprietary systems to their company and client.

• Providing analytical support to the Lines of Businesses
• Prepares and leads the monthly financial review with the client; providing custom reports as needed, and responds quickly to questions and requests
• Assists in nurturing the relationship with the client
• Prepares monthly bank account reconciliations, ensuring that discrepancies are resolved in a timely manner
• Completes weekly, monthly and annual operating reports, all sales reports, special events sales billings and cash register audits for facility in a timely manner
• This includes summary reports, variance reports and all food, labor and direct costs statistical reports
• Supervises all accounting office functions including cash disbursements, payroll, cash receipts and general ledger accounting
• Coordinates financial audits of component with internal and external auditors
• Manages and communicate cash flow related issues, includes accurate and timely preparation of cash flow statements, management of receivables, payables, cash balance, control mechanism and timely deposits of all funds (weekly)
• Generates Period critique reports for client and attending Accounting and Finance meetings
• Works on special projects (P.O. CER Requests & Reconciliation)
• Addresses any operational or financial issues in Budgeting and Forecasting
• Supports the Operations Teams in preparing Financial Projections and weekly closing of GFF/TCS/MTK
• Reviews financial measures of effectiveness daily
• Develops methods of tracking financial performance

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• 3+ years working in a lead accounting position or controller role.
• Strong MS Excel skills required.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Warren, MI.

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $45.00/hr eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type:
This is a fully onsite position in Warren, MI. Final date to receive applications:
This position is anticipated to close on Feb 24, 2026.

Aston Carter provides world‑class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry‑leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence.

With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a Clearly Rated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarter for other accommodation options.