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Head of Accounting | Detroit | General Conntractor

Michael Page International

Detroit, MI

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Software, Accounts Receivable, Actuals, Air Intelligence Agency (AIA), Analysis Skills, Automation, Billing, Budgeting, Business Growth, Cash Flow, Change Requests/Orders, Construction, Cost Accounting, Cost Control, Documentation, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), External Audit, Finance, Financial Control, Financial Management, Financial Projections, Financial Statements, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Head of Finance, Journal Entries, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, Operations Management, Process Improvement, Project Tracking, Project/Program Management, Reconciliation, Support Documentation, Systems Administration/Management
LOCATION
Detroit, MI
POSTED
2 days ago
  • Opportunity to own the accounting function end-to-end
  • Established organization with a strong project pipeline and growth trajectory
About Our Client

A well-established, privately held organization in the construction space is seeking a Head of Accounting to lead its accounting function across multiple entities. This is a highly visible, hands-on role reporting directly to executive leadership.

The position is ideal for someone who thrives in a "roll-up-your-sleeves" environment and wants the opportunity to own the full accounting function, while positioning themselves for long-term growth into a leadership role.

Job Description
  • Own and execute the month-end and year-end close processes
  • Prepare financial statements, reconciliations, journal entries, and supporting schedules
  • Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal policies
  • Oversee accounting operations across multiple entities
  • Manage job cost accounting across a high volume of active projects
  • Partner with project and operations teams to monitor:
    • Budgets vs. actuals
    • Change orders
    • Cost-to-complete and margin analysis
  • Maintain accurate project financials and support percentage-of-completion (WIP) reporting
  • Oversee progress billing (AIA-style billing) and related documentation
  • Ensure accuracy of receivables and contract-based billing
  • Support cash flow visibility and working capital management
  • Prepare schedules and documentation to support external audits and tax filings
  • Partner with leadership on financial reporting and third-party requests
  • Ensure proper documentation, coding, and internal controls
  • Work within ERP/accounting systems to manage and improve financial processes
  • Identify and implement process improvements, automation, and reporting enhancements
  • Strengthen internal controls and scalability as the business grows
  • Lead and mentor a small accounting team
  • Partner closely with operations, project managers, and executive leadership
  • Support ad hoc analysis and strategic initiatives
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
  • Strong accounting leadership experience
  • Construction or project-based industry experience
  • Deep knowledge of:
    • Job cost accounting
    • WIP / percentage-of-completion accounting
    • AIA billing and payment applications
  • Experience with ERP/accounting systems (Sage experience strongly preferred)
What's on Offer
  • Opportunity to own the accounting function end-to-end
  • Direct exposure to executive leadership and business decision-making
  • Clear runway for career progression into senior finance leadership (Controller/CFO path)
  • Established organization with a strong project pipeline and growth trajectory


Contact

Molly Murphy

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JN-052026-7027708

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/