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External Financial Reporting Manager Jobs in Michigan

Aston Carter

Financial Reporting Manager

Southfield, MI · On-site

$100K - $120K/yr

Financial Reporting Manager This role leads Accounts Payable operations and drives financial ... Support internal and external audit processes by preparing documentation, responding to inquiries ...

Aston Carter

Financial Reporting Manager

Southfield, MI

$94K - $127K/yr

Financial Reporting Manager This role leads Accounts Payable operations and drives financial ... Support internal and external audit processes by preparing documentation, responding to inquiries ...

Comau LLC

Financial Reporting Supervisor

Southfield, MI · On-site

$94K - $127K/yr

The Financial Reporting Manager oversees the accuracy and timely delivery of corporate financial ... and external audit processes. * Operational Back-up: Provide hands-on support with invoice ...

Venteon

Manager, GAAP Reporting

Southfield, MI · On-site

$128K/yr

REQUIREMENTS of the Manager, GAAP Reporting role * Bachelor s degree in Accounting * CPA ... ensure the integrity of financial data * Support Treasury s quarterly external reporting ...

Sun, Inc.

Financial Reporting Analyst

Southfield, MI · On-site

Overview Financial Reporting Analysts specialize in areas that provide support to the Director, Financial Reporting in the preparation of internal and external management reports. They assist in the ...

Stellantis

IFRS External Reporting Lead

Auburn Hills, MI · On-site

$80K - $106K/yr

Managing the preparation, review, and distribution of FCA US statutory financial statements and ... Providing support, guidance and development to external reporting analysts * Facilitating continual ...

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What is the difference between External Financial Reporting Manager vs Financial Analyst?

AspectExternal Financial Reporting ManagerFinancial Analyst
CredentialsCPA or CPA candidate often preferredBachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
Work EnvironmentCorporate finance, accounting departments, external auditsFinancial planning, data analysis, investment evaluation
Employer & Industry UsagePublic companies, accounting firms, large corporationsCorporations, investment firms, banks, consulting firms

The External Financial Reporting Manager primarily focuses on preparing and ensuring compliance of external financial statements, working closely with auditors and regulatory bodies. In contrast, a Financial Analyst concentrates on analyzing financial data to support decision-making, budgeting, and forecasting. While both roles require strong accounting and financial knowledge, the Reporting Manager emphasizes external reporting standards, whereas the Analyst emphasizes internal financial analysis.

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Financial Reporting Manager

Financial Reporting Manager

Aston Carter

Southfield, MI • On-site

$100K - $120K/yr

Full-time

Posted 1 hour ago

Job description

Financial Reporting Manager
Job Description
This role leads Accounts Payable operations and drives financial reporting for a large, project-based organization. You will manage a team handling day-to-day AP activities while also owning monthly and quarterly financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting. The position combines hands-on accounting work with leadership responsibilities, process improvement, and close collaboration with business leaders and the parent organization.
Responsibilities
  • Lead and oversee Accounts Payable operations, including recruiting, training, mentoring, and scheduling staff to ensure timely and accurate completion of daily activities.
  • Provide day-to-day leadership to the Accounts Payable team to maintain high standards of accuracy, efficiency, and service.
  • Foster strong vendor relationships by addressing payment inquiries, resolving disputes, and reconciling vendor statements to ensure account accuracy and timely payments.
  • Prepare and review monthly account reconciliations to ensure accuracy and compliance with internal policies and accounting standards.
  • Ensure compliance with IRS 1099 reporting requirements and support the timely and accurate filing of related reports.
  • Support internal and external audit processes by preparing documentation, responding to inquiries, and addressing audit findings.
  • Provide hands-on support with invoice processing and other Accounts Payable functions as needed to meet departmental objectives and operational deadlines.
  • Prepare and deliver monthly and quarterly financial reporting packages to the parent company, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and adherence to established reporting deadlines.
  • Lead the annual budgeting process, collaborating with business leaders to develop comprehensive and realistic budgets.
  • Manage quarterly forecasting activities by partnering with stakeholders to refine financial projections and performance targets.
  • Serve as a key liaison with the parent company by responding to financial inquiries, providing insights, and explaining performance through variance analyses.
  • Perform detailed variance analysis to explain business performance, trends, and deviations from budget or forecast.
  • Develop, maintain, and enhance financial reporting tools, templates, and dashboards to improve visibility and decision-making.
  • Identify opportunities to streamline financial reporting and Accounts Payable processes and support reporting automation initiatives.
  • Ensure consistency, accuracy, and standardization of financial reports across business units.
  • Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to support project-based financial reporting, especially in a manufacturing or construction environment.
  • Manage multiple priorities and deliverables, including month-end close, end-of-month reporting, and project deadlines, while maintaining high-quality results.

Essential Skills
  • 5-10 years of experience in financial reporting.
  • Strong background in accounting and financial analysis.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex formulas, data analysis, financial modeling, pivot tables, and VLOOKUPs.
  • Experience with ERP systems (SAP experience strongly preferred).
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
  • Understanding of Percentage-of-Completion (POC) accounting principles.
  • Project-based experience in the manufacturing or construction industry.
  • Excellent organizational and time-management skills with the ability to work independently.
  • Proven ability to collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet competing deadlines.
  • Strong sense of ownership, accountability, and urgency in delivering high-quality results.
  • Management experience leading or supervising a team.

Additional Skills & Qualifications
  • Experience preparing monthly and quarterly financial reporting packages for a parent or corporate entity.
  • Experience leading annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting processes.
  • background in supporting internal and external audits, including preparing documentation and responding to auditor inquiries.
  • Experience developing and maintaining financial reporting tools, templates, and dashboards.
  • Track record of identifying and implementing process improvements and supporting automation initiatives.
  • Strong vendor management and relationship-building skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills for explaining financial results and variance drivers to stakeholders.
  • Experience working in or with large, complex organizations, including Fortune 500 environments.
  • Comfort working in a dynamic, transitional environment with significant team and process growth.

Work Environment
This position is based in a professional office environment with a hybrid structure that requires working on-site four days per week during normal business hours. The role uses modern office technology, including ERP systems such as SAP and advanced Microsoft Excel tools, to support daily operations and financial reporting. Workload and pace vary throughout the year, with busier periods at month-end and around key reporting and budgeting deadlines. The team is in a growth and transition phase, offering opportunities to contribute to process improvements and help shape the future of the function while working in a collaborative, results-oriented environment.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Southfield, MI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $120000.00/yr.
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Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in Southfield,MI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 31, 2026.
About Aston Carter
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 astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com 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.
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At Aston Carter, we're dedicated to expanding career opportunities for the skilled professionals who power our business. Our success is driven by the talented, motivated people who join our team across a range of positions - from recruiting, sales and delivery to corporate roles. As part of our team, employees have the opportunity for long-term career success, where hard work is rewarded and the potential for growth is limitless. Established in 1997, Aston Carter is a leading staffing and consulting firm, providing high-caliber talent and premium services to more than 7,000 companies across North America. Spanning four continents and more than 200 offices, we extend our clients' capabilities by seeking solvers and delivering solutions to address today's workforce challenges. For organizations looking for innovative solutions shaped by critical-thinking professionals, visit AstonCarter.com. Aston Carter is a company within Allegis Group, a global leader in talent solutions.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Hanover, MA, US

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