CPA / Controller

Job Description

Job Description

Position Title: CPA / Controller
Location: Troy, MI
Employment Type: Full-Time

About Us

We are a growing CPA firm dedicated to providing exceptional accounting, advisory, and financial management services to closely held businesses, entrepreneurs, and organizations. As we continue to expand our outsourced accounting and advisory practice, we are seeking an experienced CPA with a strong Controller background to join our team.

Position Overview

We are looking for a highly skilled Certified Public Accountant (CPA) who brings deep Controller-level experience and a passion for helping businesses improve financial performance. The ideal candidate has extensive experience managing accounting operations, financial reporting, cash flow management, budgeting, and internal controls. A tax background is highly desirable and will be considered a significant advantage.

This role offers the opportunity to work closely with business owners and executive teams, serving as a trusted financial advisor while leading complex accounting engagements.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a Controller or fractional Controller for multiple client organizations.
• Oversee month-end and year-end close processes.
• Prepare and review financial statements in accordance with GAAP.
• Develop and monitor budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections.
• Analyze financial performance and provide strategic recommendations.
• Design and improve accounting processes and internal controls.
• Manage client accounting teams and coordinate with external stakeholders.
• Assist clients with financial planning, KPI development, and operational improvements.
• Support audit, review, and compilation engagements as needed.
• Collaborate with firm partners on advisory and consulting projects.
• Provide tax planning insights and support tax compliance activities when applicable.

Qualifications:

Required

• Active CPA license.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience.
• Significant Controller or Assistant Controller experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting.
• Experience managing accounting teams and client relationships.
• Advanced proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage multiple clients and deadlines simultaneously.

Preferred

• Public accounting experience.
• Corporate tax, partnership tax, or business tax experience.
• Experience with outsourced accounting or CAS (Client Accounting Services).
• Familiarity with QuickBooks, R365, NetSuite, or other ERP systems.
• Experience advising small to mid-sized businesses.

What Success Looks Like

• Acting as a trusted advisor to business owners and management teams.
• Delivering accurate, timely financial reporting and actionable insights.
• Identifying opportunities to improve profitability, cash flow, and operational efficiency.
• Building strong client relationships that contribute to long-term growth and retention.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Continuing professional education (CPE) support.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.

How to Apply

Qualified candidates should submit a resume and brief cover letter outlining their Controller experience, CPA credentials, and any tax expertise.

Join a firm where your accounting expertise, business advisory skills, and leadership experience can make a meaningful impact on clients' success.