Financial Reporting Manager

Aston Carter•Southfield, MI

4d•$100,000 - $120,000•Hybrid

About The Position

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 [email protected] 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: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. 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.

Requirements

Strong knowledge of revenue recognition concepts, including Percentage-of-Completion (POC) accounting, preferably in project-based or manufacturing environments.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including financial modeling, complex formulas, and data analysis.
Experience working with ERP systems (SAP or similar platforms preferred).
Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
High level of ownership, accountability, and attention to detail.
Excellent organizational, communication, and collaboration skills, with the ability to work both independently and cross-functionally.

Nice To Haves

A proactive self-starter who can balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution
Strong problem-solving skills and a continuous improvement mindset
A team-oriented professional who can build relationships across departments

Responsibilities

Oversee daily Accounts Payable activities, ensuring invoices are processed accurately and payments are completed on schedule.
Manage, coach, and develop AP staff, including hiring, training, performance management, and scheduling.
Build and maintain strong vendor relationships by resolving inquiries, addressing discrepancies, and ensuring accounts are reconciled and up to date.
Review and complete monthly account reconciliations and ensure compliance with applicable tax reporting requirements, including 1099 filings.
Support internal and external audit requests by providing documentation and responding to inquiries.
Provide hands-on assistance with invoice processing and other AP tasks during peak periods or as needed to meet deadlines.
Prepare and deliver monthly and quarterly financial reporting packages, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.
Lead annual budgeting and ongoing forecasting processes, collaborating with leadership to develop financial plans and performance targets.
Analyze financial results and variances, providing insights into trends and business performance.
Act as a key point of contact for financial inquiries, delivering timely and data-driven responses.
Develop and enhance reporting tools, dashboards, and templates to improve efficiency and data visibility.
Drive consistency and standardization across financial reports and processes.