We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead accounting operations for an education-focused organization in Berrien Springs, Michigan. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, strengthening internal controls, and supporting sound reporting practices across the institution. The ideal candidate brings strong financial oversight capabilities along with the ability to manage documentation processes and guide team performance. Responsibilities: • Direct day-to-day accounting activities, ensuring financial transactions are recorded accurately and in accordance with established standards. • Oversee general ledger management, including account reconciliation, journal entry review, and period-end close activities. • Coordinate audit preparation by organizing financial records, assembling supporting materials, and responding to documentation requests. • Supervise document control processes to maintain complete, accessible, and well-organized financial files. • Manage document scanning and compilation workflows to improve record accuracy and retention efficiency. • Monitor accounting controls and recommend process improvements that strengthen compliance and reduce risk. • Provide leadership to accounting staff, setting priorities, reviewing work quality, and supporting ongoing development. • Prepare financial reports and analyses that assist leadership with planning, oversight, and informed decision-making.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field. • Demonstrated experience in a Controller or senior-level accounting leadership role. • Strong knowledge of general ledger functions, financial reporting, and audit support. • Experience overseeing document management, including scanning and file organization practices. • Solid understanding of internal accounting controls and compliance requirements. • Proven ability to supervise teams and manage multiple priorities effectively. • High level of accuracy, organization, and attention to detail in financial documentation.

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Berrien Springs, MI
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Permanent / Full Time
75000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead accounting operations for an education-focused organization in Berrien Springs, Michigan. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, strengthening internal controls, and supporting sound reporting practices across the institution. The ideal candidate brings strong financial oversight capabilities along with the ability to manage documentation processes and guide team performance. Responsibilities: • Direct day-to-day accounting activities, ensuring financial transactions are recorded accurately and in accordance with established standards. • Oversee general ledger management, including account reconciliation, journal entry review, and period-end close activities. • Coordinate audit preparation by organizing financial records, assembling supporting materials, and responding to documentation requests. • Supervise document control processes to maintain complete, accessible, and well-organized financial files. • Manage document scanning and compilation workflows to improve record accuracy and retention efficiency. • Monitor accounting controls and recommend process improvements that strengthen compliance and reduce risk. • Provide leadership to accounting staff, setting priorities, reviewing work quality, and supporting ongoing development. • Prepare financial reports and analyses that assist leadership with planning, oversight, and informed decision-making.
2026-07-29T00:00:00Z

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