<p>Our client is creating a new <strong>Controller</strong> position to support the long-term succession of their highly respected <strong>CFO with over 30 years of tenure</strong> who is planning for retirement. This role is designed for a technically strong, forward-looking accounting leader who wants the time, mentorship, and exposure needed to grow into a future executive finance role.</p><p><br></p><p>The Controller will partner closely with the CFO, taking increasing ownership of accounting operations, financial reporting, and leadership responsibilities over time, with a clear path toward broader financial leadership.</p><p><br></p><p>Controller Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, including general ledger, AP, AR, payroll, and month-end close</li><li>Prepare and review GAAP-compliant financial statements and management reporting</li><li>Partner closely with the CFO on financial strategy, budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning</li><li>Assume increasing responsibility for areas historically managed by the CFO to ensure continuity and knowledge transfer</li><li>Lead and improve internal controls, accounting policies, and financial processes</li><li>Coordinate annual audits, tax filings, and regulatory reporting</li><li>Serve as a key liaison to external auditors, tax advisors, and banking partners</li><li>Mentor and develop the accounting team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement</li><li>Identify and implement systems and process improvements to support scalability</li></ul><p>Why This Opportunity</p><ul><li>Rare opportunity to step into a <strong>purpose-built succession role</strong> with intentional onboarding and mentorship</li><li>Direct access to a long-tenured CFO committed to knowledge transfer and development</li><li>Time and runway to learn the business deeply before assuming broader leadership</li><li>Stable organization with strong leadership continuity and long-term vision</li><li>Competitive compensation and benefits, with future growth potential</li></ul><p>For immediate consideration call Jimmy Tunney at 517-657-8054</p>
<p>Our client is seeking an experienced <strong>Accounting Manager</strong> to oversee core accounting functions within a <strong>complex GAAP environment spanning multiple legal entities</strong>. This Accounting Manager role is ideal for a technically strong accounting professional who leads with a <strong>servant-leader mindset</strong>, prioritizing team development, collaboration, and support while maintaining high standards for accuracy and compliance.</p><p><br></p><p>Accounting Manager Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes across multiple legal entities</li><li>Ensure accurate GAAP-compliant financial statements, including consolidations and intercompany eliminations</li><li>Oversee general ledger activities, account reconciliations, and journal entries</li><li>Review and approve financial reporting, ensuring consistency and accuracy across entities</li><li>Manage complex accounting areas such as revenue recognition, accruals, allocations, and reserves</li><li>Serve as a <strong>servant leader</strong> to the accounting team—providing coaching, removing obstacles, and fostering a collaborative, accountable environment</li><li>Develop, document, and enhance accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls</li><li>Coordinate with external auditors and support audit and review engagements</li><li>Partner cross-functionally with finance, tax, and operational teams to resolve accounting issues</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and ad hoc financial analysis</li></ul><p>Why This Opportunity</p><ul><li>Leadership role with meaningful influence on both <strong>people and process</strong></li><li>Opportunity to join a culture that values collaboration, support, and continuous improvement</li><li>Exposure to complex accounting matters and senior leadership</li></ul><p>For immediate consideration call Jimmy Tunney at 517-657-8054</p>
<p>Our client is seeking an experienced <strong>Accounting Manager</strong> to lead accounting operations within a regulated <strong>insurance environment</strong>. This Accounting Manager role is ideal for a technically strong accounting professional with a solid understanding of insurance accounting, statutory reporting, and GAAP, who enjoys leading teams and partnering cross-functionally to ensure accuracy, compliance, and process efficiency.</p><p><br></p><p>Accounting Manager Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes for insurance operations</li><li>Prepare and review GAAP and <strong>statutory-basis</strong> financial statements and related schedules</li><li>Oversee accounting for premiums, claims, loss reserves, reinsurance, and policy-related transactions</li><li>Ensure compliance with insurance regulatory requirements and state DOI reporting</li><li>Coordinate and support external audits, including statutory exams and financial statement audits</li><li>Partner with actuarial, underwriting, and claims teams to ensure accurate reserving and financial reporting</li><li>Develop and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls</li><li>Lead, mentor, and develop the accounting team, fostering a collaborative and accountable culture</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis</li><li>Assist with system improvements and reporting enhancements related to policy administration and financial systems</li></ul><p>Why This Opportunity</p><ul><li>Leadership role within a stable, regulated industry</li><li>Opportunity to partner closely with actuarial and operational teams</li><li>Visibility with senior leadership and meaningful impact on financial reporting</li></ul><p>For immediate consideration call Jimmy Tunney at 517-657-8054</p>
