Financial Controller Job at Gpac, Detroit, MI

  • Gpac
  • Detroit, MI

Job Description

Overview
We are seeking an experienced Financial Controller to lead accounting operations and provide strategic financial oversight within a growing waste and recycling organization. This role will oversee full-cycle accounting, financial reporting, internal controls, and operational finance support across multi-site operations.

The ideal candidate brings experience in industrial, transportation, manufacturing, or waste/recycling environments and understands the financial complexities of fleet operations, commodity pricing, inventory, and logistics.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee full-cycle accounting: AP/AR, payroll, job costing, inventory, fixed assets

Lead month-end and year-end close processes

Prepare GAAP-compliant financial statements

Develop budgets, forecasts, and executive-level reporting

Manage cash flow, banking relationships, and working capital

Strengthen internal controls and audit readiness

Partner with operations leadership on margin analysis and cost controls

Oversee ERP systems and financial process improvements

Ensure compliance with tax, OSHA, environmental, and DOT regulations

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA preferred)

5+ years Controller or senior accounting leadership experience

Experience in waste management, recycling, transportation, or industrial operations preferred

Strong GAAP and financial reporting expertise

ERP experience (QuickBooks, SAP, Dynamics, etc.)

Proven ability to drive cost reductions and process improvements

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Professional development opportunities

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

Job Tags

Full time

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