Controller

Aston Carter; Ferndale (MI); On-site; USD 130,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Aston Carter seeks an experienced Controller to oversee monthly close, consolidation, and internal controls from its Ferndale, MI offices. The role partners with the CFO to strengthen FP&A, investment analysis, and forecasting, while supporting audits and tax compliance.

A multi-entity, multi-currency environment is expected, with leadership over a growing accounting team in a fully onsite setting. Requirements include 5+ years in accounting, solid US GAAP knowledge, and a Bachelor's in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in public accounting or corporate environment.
• Solid US GAAP foundation.
• Experience with multi-entity consolidations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly close and consolidation process for all domestic and international entities.
• Enhance and automate multi-currency consolidation and deliver a complete, accurate consolidated financial package.
• Apply and document US GAAP positions in consultation with the CFO.
• Support the execution of the annual audit and tax compliance by responding promptly to auditor and tax advisor requests.
• Maintain a monthly and annual compliance checklist for filings.
• Support the creation of a sustainable FP&A process and deliver monthly variance reporting.
• Lead the creation of monthly and quarterly reporting packages for the CFO to present to stakeholders.
• Maintain oversight and controls of cash flow across all entities and support the creation of a rolling 13‑week cash flow forecast.
• Assist in building and reviewing models for capital expenditure requests and administer the capital approval process.
• Lead, coach, and develop the accounting team, setting clear expectations and building individual development plans.

Skills

Accounting

General ledger

Consolidations

US GAAP

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Deacom ERP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

This role is responsible for overseeing the monthly close, ensuring the accuracy of consolidated financial statements, and maintaining internal controls and accounting policies. The Controller will collaborate closely with the Chief Financial Officer to enhance FP&A, investment analysis, and cash flow forecasting capabilities, supporting decision‑making processes and facilitating audit and tax compliance.

This role is responsible for overseeing the monthly close, ensuring the accuracy of consolidated financial statements, and maintaining internal controls and accounting policies. The Controller will collaborate closely with the Chief Financial Officer to enhance FP&A, investment analysis, and cash flow forecasting capabilities, supporting decision‑making processes and facilitating audit and tax compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly close and consolidation process for all domestic and international entities.
• Enhance and automate multi-currency consolidation and deliver a complete, accurate consolidated financial package.
• Apply and document US GAAP positions in consultation with the CFO.
• Support the execution of the annual audit and tax compliance by responding promptly to auditor and tax advisor requests.
• Maintain a monthly and annual compliance checklist for filings.
• Support the creation of a sustainable FP&A process and deliver monthly variance reporting.
• Lead the creation of monthly and quarterly reporting packages for the CFO to present to stakeholders.
• Maintain oversight and controls of cash flow across all entities and support the creation of a rolling 13‑week cash flow forecast.
• Assist in building and reviewing models for capital expenditure requests and administer the capital approval process.
• Lead, coach, and develop the accounting team, setting clear expectations and building individual development plans.

Essential Skills

• Experience in accounting, general ledger, and consolidations.
• 5 + years of progressive experience in Public Accounting or Corporate environment.
• Solid US GAAP foundation.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting and/or Finance.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• CPA or CMA certification preferred.
• Experience with multi‑entity and multi‑currency consolidation.
• Experience with ERP systems, data analytics, and AI.
• Knowledge of standard costing, inventory valuation, and variance analysis.
• Experience with Deacom ERP is an advantage.

Work Environment

The position requires working onsite from Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, in an office setting. The role involves using various technologies and tools, including Deacom ERP and Microsoft Office applications.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $130000.00 - $135000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job‑related factors.

Working to get benefit list - They are starting a 401K match at 4% early next year as well as HSA accounts

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Ferndale,MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 7, 2026.

About Aston Carter

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® Platinum Award 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 [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.