Job Title: Assistant Controller

Job Description

This position involves managing the monthly and weekly accounting processes. You will handle accounts payable, enter invoices, and keep data current. You are responsible for account reconciliations and ensuring accuracy in billing and purchase orders. The role primarily involves working with Excel and proprietary systems.

Responsibilities

Handle monthly and weekly accounting processes for a location within a business unit.Manage accounts payable, including invoice entry and data accuracy.Perform account reconciliations for multiple locations.Ensure correct billing for profit centers and verify purchase order information.Serve as a backup for payroll in specific locations.Provide analytical support to business lines and prepare custom reports.Lead monthly financial reviews and address client queries.Prepare bank account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies promptly.Generate various operating, sales, and cost reports.Supervise accounting office functions and coordinate financial audits.Manage and communicate cash flow issues and prepare cash flow statements.Attend Accounting and Finance meetings and generate critique reports.Support Operations Teams in financial projections and weekly closings.Develop methods for tracking financial performance.

Essential Skills

Proficiency in reconciliation, month-end processes, and accounts payable.Experience with budgeting, journal entries, and general ledger.Strong knowledge in accounts receivable and forecasting.3+ years of experience in a lead accounting or controller role.Strong Excel skills, including pivot tables and vlookups.Bachelor's degree required.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Experience in providing analytical support and report preparation.Ability to nurture client relationships and respond to queries.Experience with financial audits and cash flow management.

Work Environment

The role offers a flexible schedule with core hours between 9 am and 3 pm, and requires onsite work at the tech center. Ideal working hours are from 7:30-8 am to 4:30-5 pm. The position provides an opportunity to work at GM facilities and offers potential growth into a Controller or Finance Manager role.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Warren, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $83200.00 - $93600.00/yr.

Working on internal company benefits

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Warren,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 20, 2026.

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\n\nAbout Aston Carter:\n

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 ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

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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.

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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 astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

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