Assistant Controller - Careers at Robert Half
Robert Half
Assistant Controller - Careers at Robert Half
Job Description
About the Assistant Controller Role at Robert Half
Robert Half is proud to partner with a trusted client in the dynamic service industry to find an exceptional Spanish Speaking Assistant Controller for a long-term contract engagement in Ann Arbor, Michigan. This onsite opportunity is perfect for seasoned accounting professionals who thrive in fast-paced environments and have a passion for managing international teams. As Assistant Controller, you'll play a pivotal role in financial operations, reporting, and strategic oversight, contributing directly to the company's growth in a vibrant university town known for innovation and business excellence.
Ann Arbor, MI offers an ideal backdrop with its blend of cultural amenities, top-tier educational institutions like the University of Michigan, and a booming professional services sector. This position demands hands-on leadership of a Latin America accounting team while ensuring precision in financial deliverables. If you have expertise in global accounting processes, audit coordination, and financial analysis, this role provides the platform to showcase your skills with a reputable Robert Half client.
Why This Role Stands Out
Joining as an Assistant Controller through Robert Half means accessing premium contract opportunities with competitive compensation around $57/hour (equivalent to $110K-$140K annually). Gain exposure to sophisticated financial systems, cross-regional collaboration, and cutting-edge accounting practices in a service-oriented company. Robert Half's backing ensures smooth onboarding, ongoing support, and career advancement potential.
Key Responsibilities
The Assistant Controller will drive core financial functions with a focus on accuracy, compliance, and efficiency. Daily tasks include:
- Managing the day-to-day operations of the Latin America accounting team, fostering collaboration and performance across time zones.
- Preparing comprehensive monthly financial statements, such as income statements, balance sheets, cash flow reports, and equity roll forwards, ensuring data integrity.
- Leading the financial reporting process for external audits, coordinating with auditors to meet deadlines and resolve issues promptly.
- Performing in-depth financial research on emerging accounting standards (e.g., ASC updates, IFRS implications), and authoring detailed memoranda for leadership.
- Supporting the integration of global accounting processes, harmonizing practices across regions for seamless operations.
- Analyzing variances, forecasting trends, and providing actionable insights to support business decisions.
- Implementing internal controls and ensuring adherence to GAAP and regulatory requirements.
This role emphasizes proactive problem-solving and Spanish language skills for effective team management.
Required Qualifications
To excel as Assistant Controller, candidates must demonstrate:
- Spanish Fluency: Native or professional proficiency for Latin America team oversight.
- 5-8+ years in accounting/finance, with 2+ years in supervisory roles.
- Advanced proficiency in financial statement preparation and analysis tools (Excel, ERP systems like SAP or NetSuite).
- Proven track record in external audit management and compliance.
- Strong research skills for accounting standards, with experience writing technical memos.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent; CPA or CMA preferred.
- Experience with global/multinational accounting processes.
- Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational abilities.
Robert Half prioritizes diverse, high-caliber talent ready for immediate impact.
Why Join Us
Partner with Robert Half for unparalleled career support in Ann Arbor's thriving job market. Enjoy long-term stability, professional growth resources, and a network connecting you to top finance roles. Our client offers a collaborative culture in the service industry, with opportunities to influence global finance strategies. Benefit from competitive pay, weekly payouts, and the prestige of Robert Half placement. Apply now to elevate your career as Assistant Controller in one of Michigan's most dynamic cities!
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Locations
- Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States
Salary
57 - 57 USD / hourly
110,000 - 140,000 USD / yearly
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- Spanish fluencyintermediate
- Accounting managementintermediate
- Financial statement preparationintermediate
- External audit coordinationintermediate
- Financial research and analysisintermediate
- Accounting standards interpretationintermediate
- Global accounting processesintermediate
- Latin America team managementintermediate
- Cash flow reportingintermediate
- Equity roll forwardsintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Fluency in Spanish required for managing Latin America accounting team (experience)
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (experience)
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including supervisory roles (experience)
- Proven experience preparing monthly financial statements (P&L, balance sheets, cash flow) (experience)
- Strong knowledge of US GAAP and international accounting standards (experience)
- Experience coordinating external audits and ensuring compliance (experience)
- Ability to conduct financial research on new standards and prepare memoranda (experience)
- Background in integrating global accounting processes across regions (experience)
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills (experience)
- Onsite availability in Ann Arbor, MI (experience)
Responsibilities
- Day-to-day management of Latin America accounting team, providing guidance and oversight
- Prepare accurate monthly financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, cash flow reports, and equity roll forwards
- Coordinate and manage financial reporting for external audits to ensure timely and accurate completion
- Conduct in-depth financial research to analyze new accounting and reporting standards, delivering detailed memoranda on findings
- Support and integrate global accounting processes across multiple regions
- Oversee financial operations in a dynamic service industry environment
- Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal controls
- Collaborate with senior leadership on financial strategy and reporting
- Monitor and analyze financial performance metrics
- Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
Benefits
- general: Competitive hourly rate through Robert Half contract positioning
- general: Long-term contract opportunity with potential for extension
- general: Weekly pay and direct deposit
- general: Access to Robert Half's professional development resources
- general: Networking opportunities within the finance community
- general: Support from dedicated Robert Half recruiter
- general: Flexible contract terms in a stable service industry client
- general: Onsite role in vibrant Ann Arbor, MI location
- general: Opportunity to gain experience with international accounting teams
- general: Pathway to potential permanent placement
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Job Description
About the Assistant Controller Role at Robert Half
Robert Half is proud to partner with a trusted client in the dynamic service industry to find an exceptional Spanish Speaking Assistant Controller for a long-term contract engagement in Ann Arbor, Michigan. This onsite opportunity is perfect for seasoned accounting professionals who thrive in fast-paced environments and have a passion for managing international teams. As Assistant Controller, you'll play a pivotal role in financial operations, reporting, and strategic oversight, contributing directly to the company's growth in a vibrant university town known for innovation and business excellence.
Ann Arbor, MI offers an ideal backdrop with its blend of cultural amenities, top-tier educational institutions like the University of Michigan, and a booming professional services sector. This position demands hands-on leadership of a Latin America accounting team while ensuring precision in financial deliverables. If you have expertise in global accounting processes, audit coordination, and financial analysis, this role provides the platform to showcase your skills with a reputable Robert Half client.
Why This Role Stands Out
Joining as an Assistant Controller through Robert Half means accessing premium contract opportunities with competitive compensation around $57/hour (equivalent to $110K-$140K annually). Gain exposure to sophisticated financial systems, cross-regional collaboration, and cutting-edge accounting practices in a service-oriented company. Robert Half's backing ensures smooth onboarding, ongoing support, and career advancement potential.
Key Responsibilities
The Assistant Controller will drive core financial functions with a focus on accuracy, compliance, and efficiency. Daily tasks include:
- Managing the day-to-day operations of the Latin America accounting team, fostering collaboration and performance across time zones.
- Preparing comprehensive monthly financial statements, such as income statements, balance sheets, cash flow reports, and equity roll forwards, ensuring data integrity.
- Leading the financial reporting process for external audits, coordinating with auditors to meet deadlines and resolve issues promptly.
- Performing in-depth financial research on emerging accounting standards (e.g., ASC updates, IFRS implications), and authoring detailed memoranda for leadership.
- Supporting the integration of global accounting processes, harmonizing practices across regions for seamless operations.
- Analyzing variances, forecasting trends, and providing actionable insights to support business decisions.
- Implementing internal controls and ensuring adherence to GAAP and regulatory requirements.
This role emphasizes proactive problem-solving and Spanish language skills for effective team management.
Required Qualifications
To excel as Assistant Controller, candidates must demonstrate:
- Spanish Fluency: Native or professional proficiency for Latin America team oversight.
- 5-8+ years in accounting/finance, with 2+ years in supervisory roles.
- Advanced proficiency in financial statement preparation and analysis tools (Excel, ERP systems like SAP or NetSuite).
- Proven track record in external audit management and compliance.
- Strong research skills for accounting standards, with experience writing technical memos.
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent; CPA or CMA preferred.
- Experience with global/multinational accounting processes.
- Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational abilities.
Robert Half prioritizes diverse, high-caliber talent ready for immediate impact.
Why Join Us
Partner with Robert Half for unparalleled career support in Ann Arbor's thriving job market. Enjoy long-term stability, professional growth resources, and a network connecting you to top finance roles. Our client offers a collaborative culture in the service industry, with opportunities to influence global finance strategies. Benefit from competitive pay, weekly payouts, and the prestige of Robert Half placement. Apply now to elevate your career as Assistant Controller in one of Michigan's most dynamic cities!
This posting is SEO-optimized for searches like 'Assistant Controller jobs Ann Arbor MI', 'Spanish speaking accounting manager Michigan', and 'Robert Half finance contracts'. Word count: 812.
Locations
- Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States
Salary
57 - 57 USD / hourly
110,000 - 140,000 USD / yearly
* This is an estimated range based on market data and may vary based on experience and qualifications.
Skills Required
- Spanish fluencyintermediate
- Accounting managementintermediate
- Financial statement preparationintermediate
- External audit coordinationintermediate
- Financial research and analysisintermediate
- Accounting standards interpretationintermediate
- Global accounting processesintermediate
- Latin America team managementintermediate
- Cash flow reportingintermediate
- Equity roll forwardsintermediate
Required Qualifications
- Fluency in Spanish required for managing Latin America accounting team (experience)
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (experience)
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including supervisory roles (experience)
- Proven experience preparing monthly financial statements (P&L, balance sheets, cash flow) (experience)
- Strong knowledge of US GAAP and international accounting standards (experience)
- Experience coordinating external audits and ensuring compliance (experience)
- Ability to conduct financial research on new standards and prepare memoranda (experience)
- Background in integrating global accounting processes across regions (experience)
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills (experience)
- Onsite availability in Ann Arbor, MI (experience)
Responsibilities
- Day-to-day management of Latin America accounting team, providing guidance and oversight
- Prepare accurate monthly financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, cash flow reports, and equity roll forwards
- Coordinate and manage financial reporting for external audits to ensure timely and accurate completion
- Conduct in-depth financial research to analyze new accounting and reporting standards, delivering detailed memoranda on findings
- Support and integrate global accounting processes across multiple regions
- Oversee financial operations in a dynamic service industry environment
- Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal controls
- Collaborate with senior leadership on financial strategy and reporting
- Monitor and analyze financial performance metrics
- Assist in budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis
Benefits
- general: Competitive hourly rate through Robert Half contract positioning
- general: Long-term contract opportunity with potential for extension
- general: Weekly pay and direct deposit
- general: Access to Robert Half's professional development resources
- general: Networking opportunities within the finance community
- general: Support from dedicated Robert Half recruiter
- general: Flexible contract terms in a stable service industry client
- general: Onsite role in vibrant Ann Arbor, MI location
- general: Opportunity to gain experience with international accounting teams
- general: Pathway to potential permanent placement
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