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Accounting Manager | Detroit, MI

Michael Page International

Detroit, MI

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$115,000–$125,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Policies, Bill of Materials (BOM), Budgeting, Communication Skills, Cost Accounting, Cost Control, Dental Insurance, Documentation, Domestic Tax, Finance, Financial Control, Financial Operations, Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A), Financial Reporting, Forecasting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Global Financial Markets, Income Tax, International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Cost, Mentoring, Process Improvement, Revenue Recognition, Sales Tax, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Tax Regulations, Use Tax, Vision Plan
LOCATION
Detroit, MI
POSTED
7 days ago
  • Rapidly growing organization - fantastic time to join
  • Be a key member in North American expansion for EU based company
About Our Client

We are partnering with a rapidly scaling international manufacturer that is expanding its North American operations and building a bestinclass Finance function. With revenue growing significantly year over year, this organization is investing heavily in systems, talent, and operational excellence.

They are seeking an Accounting Manager to become the key finance leader on the ground in the US. This individual will act as the right hand to a global Financial Controller and will have meaningful influence in shaping processes, systems, and financial infrastructure for the US and Canadian entities.

This is a highownership, highvisibility role ideal for someone who thrives in a growing, evolving environment and who wants to make a measurable impact on organizational maturity and efficiency.

Job Description
  • Lead daytoday finance and accounting operations for US and Canadian business units
  • Oversee and mentor an Accounting Assistant (including participation in hiring)
  • Serve as the primary finance partner to local leadership, acting as a key voice on the North American management team
  • Drive creation, documentation, and modernization of SOPs, internal controls, and accounting processes
  • Lead the US implementation and integration efforts for Sage Intacct (launch targeted for July 1)
  • Champion efficiency improvements to reduce manual processes and enhance accuracy
  • Own US and Canadian tax and compliance needs, including sales & use tax, income tax, and W9 processes
  • Support financial reporting, forecasting, cost savings initiatives, and budget review
  • Ensure compliance with both US GAAP and IFRS requirements
  • Manage activities related to inventory, BOMs, job/project accounting, and manufacturing cost accuracy (strongly preferred experience)
MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant
  • Manufacturing industry experience (inventory, BOMs, or project accounting exposure ideal)
  • 5-10 years of progressive accounting/finance experience
  • Experience managing or supervising accounting professionals
  • Demonstrated process improvement success
  • Strong communication skills and ability to influence crossfunctionally
  • Experience with sales & use tax and general compliance work
  • Familiarity with Sage Intacct (preferred)
  • Exposure to Avalara tax systems (preferred)
  • FP&A or budgeting/forecasting background (preferred)
  • Project/job costing or revenue recognition experience (preferred)
What's on Offer
  • Base Salary Range: $115k - $125k
  • Bonus: 10% annually
  • 3 weeks PTO + 13 Holidays
  • Employer Paid Medical Dental and Vision Insurance
  • 401k w/Match


Contact

Andrew Noll

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JN-042026-6986650

About the Company

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Michael Page International

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world. Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job. In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas: Banking and financial services Digital and e-commerce Engineering and manufacturing Finance and accounting Human resources Information technology Marketing Oil and gas Procurement and supply chain Property and construction Sales An Established Brand The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry. A Market Leader The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world. Learn the benefits of working with Michael Page yourself. Submit your resume or contact a Michael Page recruitment consultant today.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
WEBSITE
https://www.michaelpage.ca/