Available candidates.

Total Experience: 20y+ (Total) / 15y (Commercial Finance) / 5y (Operational Finance)

Industry Experience: 6y (Industrial / Heavy Construction) / 5y (Energy & Utilities) / 4y (Travel & Tourism Services) / 1y (Industrial Services & Renewable Energy)

Production Process Experience: 8y (Job Production [Projects]) / 5y (Continuous Process Operations) / 6y (Services)

Roles:

1. Current / Most Recent: Chief Financial Officer
2. Prior Roles: Vice President of Finance, Director of Finance, Manager – Strategy and Corporate Development, Senior Financial Analyst, Investment Banking Analyst
3. Future: CEO / CFO / Vice President of Finance

Management Experience: 14y

Top Competencies:

• Strategic Financial Leadership in Industrial Services, Construction & Energy Environments
• Capital Allocation, Treasury Strategy & Investment Analysis
• Financial Restructuring & Turnaround Management
• Corporate Development & M&A Process Leadership
• FP&A, Budgeting, Forecasting & Long-term Financial Planning
• Building High-Performing Teams & Organizational Health

Top Skills:

• Building and scaling FP&A, Treasury, and Corporate Development teams from the ground up
• Driving substantial revenue growth and significant operating margin expansion
• Leading financial restructuring initiatives that deliver profitability and cash-positive operations · Leading full-cycle M&A processes (sourcing through integration)
• Partnering with executive leadership to drive strategic clarity and organizational alignment
• Advanced financial modeling, DCF analysis, and capital investment evaluation

Key Systems: Advanced Financial Modeling (DCF, LBO, Merger Models), FP&A & Treasury Platforms

Education: MBA & BBA, U of M – Ross School of Business

Certifications: n/a

MDG Write Up: This seasoned finance executive brings more than 20 years of progressive experience leading finance organizations through growth, transformation, and value creation in industrial services, construction, renewable energy, and energy sectors. The background includes multiple CFO and VP Finance roles within private equity-backed and large-scale industrial organizations, with strong exposure to project-based and multi-location operations.

The candidate has a consistent track record of stepping into complex situations and delivering meaningful step-change improvement in both financial performance and organizational effectiveness. Key strengths include building and scaling high-performing finance teams, driving substantial revenue growth and operating margin expansion, leading financial restructuring efforts that restore profitability and cash flow, and running full-cycle M&A processes from sourcing through integration. The candidate brings an owner’s mentality, a curiosity-driven approach, and a genuine respect for frontline operational teams.

The candidate performs best in collaborative, growth-oriented or transformation environments where finance is expected to serve as a true strategic partner to operations and executive leadership. They are well aligned for Chief Financial Officer or senior finance leadership roles in industrial services, construction, infrastructure, renewable energy, or other capital-intensive sectors seeking a hands-on, results-driven finance executive.

Candidate Misc. Key Preferences:

1. Open to CFO and senior finance leadership roles with broad strategic scope (also open to CEO/President titles in the right situation)
2. Seeks organizations where finance has a meaningful seat at the table and visible impact on growth, profitability, and long-term decision-making
3. Values collaborative leadership, organizational clarity, and environments with clear growth or transformation opportunities

Candidate Job Location Preferences: Metro Detroit priority (open to Hybrid / On-site with reasonable commute; also open to Michigan, broader Midwest, and Florida)

Candidate Placement Type Preferences: Traditional Direct Hire

Total Experience: 15y+ (Total) / 7y (Commercial Finance) / 8y (Operational Finance)

Industry Experience: 14y+ (Automotive Manufacturing) / 2y (Healthcare Technology)

Production Process Experience: 14y (Mass Production) / 2y (Services)

Roles:

1. Current / Most Recent: VP of Finance
2. Prior Roles: Corporate Financial Controller, Group Senior Financial Analyst (FP&A), Controller, Senior Accountant/Controller
3. Future: VP of Finance, Finance Director, Corporate Controller, CFO

Management Experience: 14y

Top Competencies:

• Global FP&A, Budgeting & Forecasting
• Corporate Controllership & Financial Reporting
• Multi-Plant Consolidations & Manufacturing Finance
• Cost Accounting, Standard Costing & Inventory Management
• Cash Flow, Treasury & Working Capital Management
• ERP Implementations & Finance Transformation

Top Skills:

• Leading global financial consolidations across multi-plant manufacturing operations
• Driving budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and executive financial reporting
• Improving operational performance through manufacturing finance, cost control, and process standardization
• Leading finance organizations across accounting, FP&A, treasury, payroll, and HR
• Implementing ERP systems and improving financial reporting processes
• Driving substantial revenue growth and significant operating margin expansion
• Leading financial restructuring initiatives that deliver profitability and cash-positive operations · Leading full-cycle M&A processes (sourcing through integration)
• Partnering with executive leadership to support strategic planning and organizational growth

Key Systems: SAP, Plex ERP, Great Plains, QuickBooks, Power BI, QlikView, Advanced Excel (Power Query, Financial Modeling)

Education: MBA – Finance & Accounting | Bachelor of Commerce – Finance & Accounting

Certifications: n/a

MDG Write Up: This finance executive brings more than 15 years of progressive leadership experience across manufacturing organizations with expertise in FP&A, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, treasury, cost accounting, inventory management, global consolidations, and ERP implementations. The background includes senior finance leadership roles spanning corporate controllership, operational finance, and strategic financial planning.

The candidate has a proven track record of improving financial operations, strengthening internal controls, leading finance transformation initiatives, and partnering with executive leadership to drive business performance. They thrive in environments where they can solve complex business challenges, improve processes, and build scalable finance organizations.

The candidate is well aligned for Vice President of Finance, Finance Director, Corporate Controller, and CFO opportunities within manufacturing, industrial, automotive, or other operationally focused organizations seeking a hands-on finance leader capable of driving both strategic and operational results.

Candidate Misc. Key Preferences:

1. Open to VP of Finance, Finance Director, Corporate Controller, and CFO opportunities within organizations where finance is viewed as a strategic business partner.
2. Seeks organizations that value continuous improvement, operational excellence, and opportunities to lead finance transformation and organizational change.
3. Enjoys solving complex business problems, improving financial operations, mentoring teams, and partnering with executive leadership to drive growth and profitability.

Candidate Job Location Preferences: (Onsite / Hybrid / Remote – Metro Detroit Priority)

Candidate Placement Type Preferences: Traditional Direct Hire

Total Experience: 12y+ (Total) / 8y (Commercial Finance) / 4y (Operational Finance)

Industry Experience: 6y (Manufacturing/Automotive) / 3y (Logistics and Supply Chain) / 2y (Management Consulting) / 3y (Financial Services)

Production Process Experience: 6y (Mass)/ 6y (Services)

Roles:

1. Current / Most Recent: Controller
2. Prior Roles: Pricing Consultant, Material Cost Analyst, Forecasting Analyst, Supplier Risk Analyst, Revenue Analyst, Pricing Analyst
3. Future: Controller, Finance Manager, FP&A Manager, Pricing Manager, Strategy / Management Consultant

Management Experience: 3y

Top Competencies:

• FP&A, Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Planning
• Pricing Strategy & Profitability Optimization
• Manufacturing & Supply Chain Finance
• Business Partnering & Financial Reporting
• Process Improvement, Automation & Power BI Development

Top Skills:

• Building financial models, dashboards, and executive reporting using Power BI and Excel
• Driving budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and profitability reporting across multiple business units
• Improving pricing strategies and delivering measurable margin improvement through financial analysis
• Leading process improvements, reporting automation, and financial systems enhancements
• Delivering actionable financial insights that improve operational and business performance

Key Systems: Power BI, SAP, SAP Ariba, Syncron Price, Tableau, EasyMorph, PowerPivot, Think-cell, S&P Capital IQ, Advanced Microsoft Excel

Education: MBA, Supply Chain Management & BBA, Finance

Certifications: Syncron Price Certified

MDG Write Up: This finance professional brings more than 12 years of progressive experience across logistics, manufacturing, automotive, financial services, and consulting. The background includes FP&A, controlling, pricing strategy, forecasting, manufacturing finance, financial reporting, and business partnering, with recent experience serving as a Controller supporting budgeting, forecasting, and month-end close.

The candidate has a proven track record of improving financial performance through forecasting, pricing optimization, process automation, Power BI dashboard development, and cross-functional business partnering. Additional strengths include financial modeling, variance analysis, manufacturing finance, and delivering data-driven insights that support strategic decision-making.

The candidate performs best in collaborative, high-trust organizations where finance serves as a strategic business partner. They are well aligned for Controller, Finance Manager, FP&A Manager, Pricing Manager, Forecasting Manager, or Strategic Finance leadership roles.

Candidate Misc. Key Preferences:

1. Open to Controller, Finance Manager, FP&A Manager, Pricing Manager, Forecasting Manager, Consulting and Strategic Finance leadership opportunities.
2. Seeks organizations offering long-term stability, career advancement, and opportunities to deepen expertise in FP&A, pricing, forecasting, and strategic finance.
3. Values collaborative, results-oriented cultures that provide autonomy, trust, ownership, and strong business partnering across functional teams.

Candidate Job Location Preferences: (Hybrid Preferred, but Onsite / Remote Options – Metro Detroit Priority)

Candidate Placement Type Preferences: Traditional Direct Hire

Total Experience: 24y+ (Total) / 24y+ (Commercial Finance) / 0y (Operational Finance)

Industry Experience: 24y+ (Banking/Financial Services)

Production Process Experience: 24y+ (Services)

Roles:

1. Current / Most Recent: Financial & Data Analytics Manager
2. Prior Roles: Commercial Bank Finance Vice President, Assistant Vice President – Michigan Market, Commercial Bank Financial Analyst, Financial Planning Analyst, Cost Financial Analyst
3. Future: FP&A Manager, Senior FP&A Manager, Finance Manager, Director of FP&A

Management Experience: 10y+

Top Competencies:

• FP&A, Budgeting, Forecasting & Financial Planning
• Executive Business Partnering & Strategic Finance
• Financial Analytics & Executive Reporting
• Commercial Banking Finance & Performance Management
• Team Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration

Top Skills:

• Building financial models, dashboards, and executive reporting using Power BI and Excel
• Leading budgeting, forecasting, long-range planning, and financial analysis for commercial banking operations
• Partnering with executive leadership to deliver strategic financial insights, executive presentations, and performance reporting that support business decisions.
• Managing and developing finance teams while building strong partnerships across business units to improve financial performance and operational visibility.
• Developing financial reporting, dashboards, forecasting models, and data-driven analytics using Power BI, SQL, Oracle Hyperion, and advanced Excel.
• Driving process improvements, financial planning, loan pricing analysis, and executive reporting through cross-functional collaboration.

Key Systems: Oracle Hyperion Suite (Interactive Reporting, SmartView), Power BI, SQL, TOAD, Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Education: Bachelor of Science, Business Administration (Finance)

Certifications: N/A

MDG Write Up: This finance leader brings nearly 25 years of progressive experience in FP&A, financial planning, forecasting, analytics, and executive business partnering within the banking and financial services industry. The background includes strategic planning, executive reporting, budgeting, commercial banking finance, team leadership, and data-driven decision support while partnering closely with executive leadership across multiple business units.

The candidate has a proven track record of delivering financial insights that improve business performance through forecasting, executive reporting, analytics, loan pricing support, and cross-functional collaboration. Additional strengths include team development, Power BI and SQL reporting, Oracle Hyperion, executive presentations, and serving as a trusted finance partner to senior leadership. Well aligned for FP&A Manager, Senior FP&A Manager, Finance Manager, Director of FP&A opportunities.

Candidate Misc. Key Preferences:

1. Open to FP&A Manager, Senior FP&A Manager, Finance Manager and Director-level FP&A opportunities.
2. Seeks organizations that value executive partnership, collaboration, strategic finance, and long-term career growth.
3. Enjoys roles where finance has a seat at the table and can directly influence business decisions through analytics and strategic planning.

Candidate Job Location Preferences: (Hybrid Preferred, but Onsite / Remote Options – Metro Detroit Priority)

Candidate Placement Type Preferences: Traditional Direct Hire

Total Experience: 20y+ (Total) / 5y (Commercial Finance) / 15y (Operational Finance)

Industry Experience: 15y+ (Manufacturing/Automotive/Distribution) / 5y (Healthcare)

Production Process Experience: 15y+ (Mass)/ 5y+ (Services)

Roles:

1. Current / Most Recent: Finance Manager
2. Prior Roles: Finance Supervisor, Regional Cash Manager, Assistant Controller, Controller
3. Future: Accounting Director, Senior Accounting Manager, Finance Director, Senior Finance Manager

Management Experience: 15y+

Top Competencies:

• Multi-Entity Accounting & Financial Reporting
• Manufacturing Accounting & Shared Services Leadership
• Treasury, Cash Flow & Banking Operations
• SOX / K-SOX Compliance & Internal Controls
• Accounting Leadership, Team Development & Executive Business Partnering

Top Skills:

• Leading accounting operations across multiple North American manufacturing entities while ensuring compliance with US GAAP, IFRS, and K-SOX standards.
• Managing month-end close, financial reporting, treasury, audits, budgeting, forecasting, and shared service accounting organizations.
• Building and developing high-performing accounting teams while partnering with executive leadership to improve financial operations.
• Implementing ERP systems, strengthening internal controls, and standardizing accounting processes across global organizations.
• Driving process improvements, manufacturing costing, cash management, and operational efficiencies within complex multinational environments.

Key Systems: SAP, Oracle, PeopleSoft, Great Plains (eEnterprise), QAD, HFM, FDM, HGPS, Jewel, T-Recs, Concur, V-Pay, QuickBooks Pro, Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint.

Education: Master of Science, Accounting/Bachelor of Business Administration, Accounting

Certifications: N/A

MDG Write Up: This accounting and finance leader brings more than 20 years of progressive experience across automotive manufacturing, healthcare, distribution, and corporate accounting organizations. The background includes multi-entity accounting, shared services, financial reporting, treasury, SOX/K-SOX compliance, audits, ERP implementations, manufacturing finance, and executive business partnering, with recent experience leading regional accounting operations across multiple North American manufacturing entities.

The candidate has a proven track record of improving financial operations through process improvements, ERP implementations, internal controls, treasury management, manufacturing accounting, and financial reporting. Additional strengths include month-end close leadership, IFRS and U.S. GAAP compliance, audit support, team leadership, and partnering with executive leadership to drive operational efficiency and financial performance.

The candidate performs best in collaborative organizations that value trust, open communication, and empowered leadership. Well aligned for Accounting Director, Senior Accounting Manager, Finance Director, Regional Finance Manager, Shared Services Leader, and Corporate Accounting leadership opportunities

Candidate Misc. Key Preferences:

1. Open to Accounting Director, Senior Accounting Manager, Finance Director, Regional Finance Manager, and Shared Services leadership opportunities.
2. Seeks organizations with collaborative leadership, strong company culture, autonomy, and opportunities to continue advancing within senior accounting leadership.
3. Values organizations that empower managers, encourage communication, trust leadership teams, and provide long-term stability and growth opportunities.

Candidate Job Location Preferences: (Hybrid Preferred, but Onsite / Remote Options  within 30 miles of South Lyon, Michigan)

Candidate Placement Type Preferences: Traditional Direct Hire

Total Experience: 10y+ (Total) / 6y+ (Commercial Finance) / 4y+ (Operational Finance)

Industry Experience: 4y+ (Manufacturing/Automotive) / 6y+ (Financial Services/Banking/Lending)

Production Process Experience: 4y+ (Mass)/ 6y+ (Services)

Roles:

1. Current / Most Recent: Financial Analyst
2. Prior Roles: Financial Analyst / AP Team Lead
3. Future: Financial Analyst, FP&A Analyst, Treasury Analyst, Finance Operations Analyst, Controller

Management Experience: 4y+

Top Competencies:

• Financial Analysis, FP&A & Forecasting
• Revenue & Cash Flow Forecasting
• Financial Reporting & Month-End Close
• Manufacturing Finance & Business Partnering
• Data Analytics, SQL & Process Improvement

Top Skills:

• Supporting budgeting, forecasting, cash flow analysis, variance reporting, and month-end close activities within manufacturing environments.
• Performing financial analysis, reconciliations, journal entries, and revenue reporting while improving forecasting accuracy and financial visibility.
• Utilizing advanced Excel, SQL, and ERP systems to analyze large datasets, automate reporting, and improve operational decision-making.
• Partnering cross-functionally with Sales, Operations, and business stakeholders to resolve financial issues and improve business performance.
• Leading process improvements, ERP enhancements, and reporting automation initiatives that increased efficiency and strengthened financial reporting.

Key Systems: Infor CSI, QAD, CPS, SQL, Advanced Microsoft Excel, Power BI, Tableau.

Education: Bachelor of Science, Finance

Certifications: N/A

MDG Write Up: This finance professional brings more than 10 years of progressive experience across manufacturing, automotive, banking, and financial services, with a strong background in financial analysis, forecasting, cash flow analysis, reconciliations, financial reporting, and cross-functional business partnering. Experience includes supporting month-end close, revenue forecasting, variance analysis, ERP systems, and data analytics within both manufacturing and corporate finance environments.

Proven ability to improve forecasting accuracy, streamline reporting processes, and provide actionable financial insights through advanced Excel, SQL, ERP systems, and large dataset analysis. Additional strengths include cash forecasting, revenue analysis, process improvements, and collaborating with business partners to support operational and financial decision-making. Well aligned for Financial Analyst, FP&A Analyst, Treasury Analyst, Finance Operations, and long-term Controller opportunities.

Candidate Misc. Key Preferences:

1. Open to Financial Analyst, FP&A Analyst, Treasury Analyst, Finance Operations, and long-term Controller opportunities.
2. Seeks organizations offering stability, career growth, supportive leadership, and opportunities to continue developing in corporate finance.
3. Values collaborative, fast-paced environments with autonomy, and strong cross-functional business partnering.

Candidate Job Location Preferences: (Hybrid Preferred, but Onsite / Remote Options – Metro Detroit Priority)

Candidate Placement Type Preferences: Traditional Direct Hire

Total Experience: 12y (Total) / 7y (Commercial Finance) / 5y (Operational Finance)

Industry Experience: 12y (Manufacturing, Aerospace & Defense, Specialty Chemicals)

Production Process Experience: 11y (Project-based) /1y (Mass Manufacturing)

Roles:

1. Current / Most Recent: Senior Accountant
2. Prior Roles: Cost Accounting Manager, Chief Accountant, Senior Financial Analyst
3. Future: Senior Financial Analyst, Finance Manager, Accounting Manager, Senior Accountant

Management Experience: 10y

Top Competencies:

• Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
• Budgeting, Forecasting & Variance Analysis
• Cost & Manufacturing Accounting
• Project Accounting & Percentage-of-Completion
• Financial Reporting & Month-End Close

Top Skills:

• Financial Modeling & Advanced Excel Analysis
• P&L, Balance Sheet & Cash Flow Forecasting
• Cost, Margin & Profitability Analysis
• Journal Entries, Reconciliations & Month-End Close
• ERP Implementation & Process Improvement

Key Systems: Plex, SAP, Oracle, Hyperion, InforLN, BAAN, QuickBooks, QlikView, SharePoint, and Advanced Excel

Education: Master of Science, Accounting, Bachelor of Science, Management

Certifications: n/a

MDG Write Up: This finance and accounting professional brings 12y of progressive corporate experience across manufacturing, aerospace & defense, and specialty chemicals, supported by an extensive earlier banking background. The candidate offers a strong blend of FP&A and operational accounting experience, including budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, financial modeling, cost accounting, project accounting, financial reporting, month-end close, cash flow, and internal controls.

The candidate has managed annual budgets and forecasts, analyzed manufacturing and project profitability, supported POC accounting, and partnered with management and operations to improve financial decision-making. Additional strengths include advanced Excel, ERP implementation, GAAP compliance, J-SOX, DCAA/DCMA requirements, ISO audits, and government contract pricing.

Candidate Misc. Key Preferences:

1. Values stability, clear expectations, structured processes, and long-term opportunity.
2. Prefers finance-focused opportunities involving forecasting, budgeting, planning, and financial analysis, but remains open to accounting responsibilities.

Candidate Job Location Preferences: Waterford, MI; approximately a one-hour commute, including Ann Arbor, St. Clair Shores, New Baltimore, Grand Blanc, Hartland, and surrounding areas. Hybrid preferred, but open to fully onsite. No relocation.

Candidate Placement Type Preferences: Traditional Direct Hire

Total Experience: 12y (Total) / 7y (Commercial Finance) /5y (Operational Finance)

Industry Experience: 11y (Manufacturing) / 1y (Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage)

Production Process Experience: 11y (Mass Manufacturing)/ 1y (Service-Based)

Roles:

1. Current / Most Recent: Senior Finance Manager
2. Prior Roles: Finance Manager – Global FP&A, Senior Financial Analyst, FP&A Lead, Field Finance Manager, Corporate Internal Auditor/Audit Lead
3. Future: Director of Finance or Director of FP&A

Management Experience: 6y

Top Competencies:

• Global Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
• Budgeting, Forecasting & Variance Analysis
• Operational Finance & Financial Reporting
• Strategic Financial Planning & Business Partnering
• Internal Controls, Compliance & Audit Leadership

Top Skills:

• Global P&L, Cash Flow & SG&A Forecasting
• Financial Modeling, KPI Reporting & Advanced Analytics
• Executive & Board-Level Financial Presentations
• Workforce Planning, Restructuring & Cost Analysis
• Financial Systems Transformation & Process Automation

Key Systems: SAP , Hyperion, SmartView, Oracle BI, QAD, Tableau, Power BI, Advanced Excel, Fixed Asset Tools, Lease Accounting Tools

Education: Master of Science, Accounting; Bachelor of Business Administration, Accounting & Finance

Certifications: CPA (Certified Public Accountant), CIA (Certified Internal Auditor)

MDG Write Up: This finance professional brings 10+ years of progressive finance and accounting experience across multibillion-dollar global organizations, with a strong background in global FP&A, operational finance, budgeting, forecasting, strategic financial analysis, internal controls, and financial reporting.

Currently leading a global finance organization , this candidate oversees financial planning and forecasting across nine corporate functions while partnering with executive leadership on financial performance, workforce planning, and strategic initiatives. Previous experience includes leading regional FP&A, managing P&L and cash flow planning, supporting global restructuring initiatives, and developing executive and Board-level financial reporting.

Additional strengths include financial systems transformation, process automation, SAP, Hyperion, Power BI, advanced Excel, and extensive internal audit experience across global manufacturing operations. The candidate is seeking a broader FP&A or operational finance leadership opportunity with greater strategic involvement and long-term growth potential.

Candidate Misc. Key Preferences:

1. Seeking Director-level FP&A, Finance, or Operational Finance leadership opportunities with broader strategic and business-facing responsibilities.
2. Values a stable, collaborative environment with strong leadership, professional development, and advancement opportunities.

Candidate Job Location Preferences: Northville, MI area; prefers remote or hybrid opportunities within a 15–20-minute commute. Ideally two to three days onsite, flexible up to four days if nearby. No relocation or travel.

Candidate Placement Type Preferences: Traditional Direct Hire

Total Experience: 6y (Total) / 6y (Commercial Finance)

Industry Experience: 3y (Manufacturing)/ 3y (Professional Services)

Production Process Experience: 3y (Service-Based)/ 3y (Mass Manufacturing)

Roles:

1. Current / Most Recent: Senior Financial Analyst
2. Prior Roles: Global Finance & FP&A Analyst, Financial Analyst, and Junior Financial Analyst
3. Future: Senior Financial Analyst, Finance Manager, and FP&A Manager

Management Experience: n/a

Top Competencies:

• Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
• Budgeting, Forecasting & Variance Analysis
• P&L Management & Business Partnering
• Capital Planning & Investment Analysis
• Global Financial Reporting & Systems Transformation

Top Skills:

• Financial Modeling, Advanced Excel & Power BI
• Global Budgeting, Rolling Forecasts & Revenue Analysis
• Capital Expenditure Evaluation, IRR & Payback Analysis
• Financial Systems Implementation & Process Improvement
• Executive Reporting, SEC Reporting Support & Cost Analysis

Key Systems: SAP, Financial Consolidation / EPM Platform, Power BI, Advanced Microsoft Excel

Education: Bachelor of Business Administration, Finance

Certifications: n/a

MDG Write Up: This finance professional brings 6+ years of progressive FP&A experience across manufacturing and professional services environments, with a foundation built on global financial planning, business partnering, and capital investment analysis. The background includes roles supporting both regional operations and global sales organizations, with strong exposure to multi-country reporting and financial systems transformation.

The candidate has a consistent track record of taking ownership of complex, cross-functional initiatives and turning them into lasting process improvements. Key strengths include building reporting and budgeting frameworks that scale across a global footprint, evaluating capital investments to guide leadership decisions, and leading systems implementations that meaningfully shorten planning and quoting cycles. They bring a strong analytical foundation, a continuous-improvement mindset, and a team-oriented approach to partnering with sales, operations, and executive leadership.

The candidate performs best in collaborative, growth-oriented environments where finance serves as a trusted partner to the business and where there is a clear path to expanded responsibility. They are well aligned for emerging finance leadership roles, particularly within manufacturing, professional services, or other multi-site organizations.

Candidate Misc. Key Preferences:

1. Seeking an FP&A Manager or Finance Manager position with greater responsibility, P&L ownership, and leadership opportunities.  Open to a Senior Financial Analyst opportunity with a clearly defined path to management.
2. Values collaborative leadership, professional development, clear advancement opportunities, and long-term career growth.

Candidate Job Location Preferences: Southeast Michigan. Hybrid preferred, but flexible for the right opportunity. No relocation.

Candidate Placement Type Preferences: Traditional Direct Hire

Total Experience: 18y (Total) / 15y (Commercial Finance)/ 3y (Operational)

Industry Experience: 8y (Manufacturing)/ 10y (Banking and Financial Services)

Production Process Experience: 10y (Service-Based)/ 8y (Mass Manufacturing)

Roles:

1. Current / Most Recent: Senior Finance Manager – Corporate FP&A
2. Prior Roles: Finance Supervisor, Senior Financial Analyst, Manager of Bank Analytics & Financial Reporting, Assistant Vice President – Commercial Lending, Cost Accounting Officer, and Financial Analyst
3. Future: Senior Finance Manager, Finance Manager, FP&A Manager, Finance Director

Management Experience: 8y

Top Competencies:

• Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A)
• Budgeting, Forecasting & Long-Term Strategic Planning
• P&L Management, Balance Sheet & Cash Flow Analysis
• Corporate Financial Reporting & Executive Business Partnering
• Financial Transformation, Process Automation & Cost Optimization

Top Skills:

• Financial Modeling, Advanced Excel & Power BI
• Global Financial Consolidations, Variance Analysis & Executive Reporting
• Cash Flow Forecasting, Liquidity Analysis & Capital Planning
• Systems Implementation, AI Automation & Process Improvement
• GAAP, IFRS, SOX Compliance, Cost Accounting & Financial Controls

Key Systems: SAP, Hyperion HFM, Hyperion Planning, Smart View, Essbase, OneStream, Power BI, Advanced Microsoft Excel (VBA/VBS), SQL, Oracle OFSAA, Google Cloud, BigQuery, BusinessObjects, Apptio

Education: Master of Science, Finance, Business Administration and Management / Bachelor of Business Administration, Workforce Management

Certifications: n/a

MDG Write Up: This finance professional brings 15+ years of corporate finance and FP&A experience across Fortune 500 manufacturing and banking organizations. Their background includes global financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, P&L management, financial reporting, and strategic decision support, including analysis supporting $2B in cash liquidity and asset-based lending performance.

They have a proven track record of improving financial processes, strengthening executive reporting, and driving operational efficiencies, including delivering over $1M in cost savings through automation and standardization. Strong technical expertise includes Hyperion, OneStream, SAP, SQL, Power BI, and advanced financial modeling, along with experience leading finance teams and partnering with executive leadership.

The candidate thrives in collaborative, growth-oriented environments that value strategic finance, process improvement, and professional development. They are well suited for senior finance leadership opportunities with a long-term path toward Director-level responsibility.

Candidate Misc. Key Preferences:

1. Seeking a Senior Finance Manager, Finance Manager, FP&A Manager, or strategic corporate finance position with opportunities for increased responsibility, leadership, and long-term advancement into a director-level role.
2. Values organizational stability, collaborative leadership, autonomy, professional development, and clear advancement opportunities

Candidate Job Location Preferences: Southeast Michigan, preferably within approximately 30 miles. Open to onsite, hybrid, or remote opportunities. Willing to relocate for the right opportunity,

Candidate Placement Type Preferences: Traditional Direct Hire

Please contact MDG if YOU would like to be added to our candidate list.

• Operational Finance Includes: Posting Journal Entries, Account Recs, Cost Acct. Mgt, Month-End Close Activities, AP/AR Mgt., Internal Controls, Cash Mgt. etc.
• Commercial Finance Includes: LTP Development & Mgt., Budgeting, Forecasting, Financial Analysis, Asset Mgt., Working Capital Mgt., etc.
• Production Process Experience indicates the type of accounting candidate had experience with and types of cross-functional teams they’ve had experience with.
• Placement Types Include: Contract / Contract-to-Hire / Direct Hire
• Availability & General Candidate Info Note: We work with our candidates regularly in an attempt to keep this list as current as possible at all times.  We will update it as soon as we get new information but push for an update at least weekly.  However, all information will need to be confirmed following client contact with MDG.