US Accounting and Finance Lead | Greater Detroit

• Rapidly growing organization - fantastic time to join
• Be a key member in North American expansion for EU based company

About Our Client

We are partnering with a rapidly scaling international manufacturer that is expanding its North American operations and building a bestinclass Finance function. With revenue growing significantly year over year, this organization is investing heavily in systems, talent, and operational excellence.

They are seeking an Accounting & Finance Lead to become the key finance leader on the ground in the US. This individual will act as the right hand to a global Financial Controller and will have meaningful influence in shaping processes, systems, and financial infrastructure for the US and Canadian entities.

This is a highownership, highvisibility role ideal for someone who thrives in a growing, evolving environment and who wants to make a measurable impact on organizational maturity and efficiency.

Job Description

• Lead daytoday finance and accounting operations for US and Canadian business units
• Oversee and mentor an Accounting Assistant (including participation in hiring)
• Serve as the primary finance partner to local leadership, acting as a key voice on the North American management team
• Drive creation, documentation, and modernization of SOPs, internal controls, and accounting processes
• Lead the US implementation and integration efforts for Sage Intacct (launch targeted for July 1)
• Champion efficiency improvements to reduce manual processes and enhance accuracy
• Own US and Canadian tax and compliance needs, including sales & use tax, income tax, and W9 processes
• Support financial reporting, forecasting, cost savings initiatives, and budget review
• Ensure compliance with both US GAAP and IFRS requirements
• Manage activities related to inventory, BOMs, job/project accounting, and manufacturing cost accuracy (strongly preferred experience)

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

• Manufacturing industry experience (inventory, BOMs, or project accounting exposure ideal)
• 5-10 years of progressive accounting/finance experience
• Experience managing or supervising accounting professionals
• Demonstrated process improvement success
• Strong communication skills and ability to influence crossfunctionally
• Experience with sales & use tax and general compliance work
• Familiarity with Sage Intacct (preferred)
• Exposure to Avalara tax systems (preferred)
• FP&A or budgeting/forecasting background (preferred)
• Project/job costing or revenue recognition experience (preferred)

What's on Offer

• Base Salary Range: $115k - $125k
• Bonus: 10% annually
• 3 weeks PTO + 13 Holidays
• Employer Paid Medical Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401k w/Match

Contact

Andrew Noll

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