<p>Our client is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Controller to lead our accounting and financial reporting functions. This role is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, managing the month-end and year-end close processes, and delivering accurate financial insights to support strategic decision-making.</p><p><br></p><p>The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with strong accounting knowledge, a process-improvement mindset, and the ability to partner effectively with senior leadership.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Oversee all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and fixed assets</li><li>Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes</li><li>Prepare and review financial statements and management reports</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and company policies</li><li>Lead budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management activities</li><li>Develop and maintain financial controls and accounting procedures</li><li>Coordinate audits and serve as the primary contact for external auditors and tax advisors</li><li>Analyze financial results and provide recommendations to improve performance and profitability</li><li>Support strategic planning and decision-making with accurate financial data and insights</li><li>Supervise, mentor, and develop accounting staff</li></ul><p>For immediate consideration email your resume to [email protected]</p>
We are looking for an experienced Corporate Controller to lead accounting operations and deliver timely, accurate financial reporting for our manufacturing organization in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This position works closely with finance and operational leadership to strengthen fiscal performance, support planning activities, and maintain compliance with internal standards and external requirements. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and a proactive approach to improving processes while guiding a high-performing team.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the monthly close cycle and assemble financial reports for leadership, ensuring results are accurate, complete, and delivered on schedule.<br>• Monitor working capital performance and partner with operational stakeholders to balance cash management goals with business needs.<br>• Coordinate the year-end audit process, prepare supporting schedules, and serve as the primary contact for external auditors.<br>• Lead development of the annual budget by consolidating departmental input and preparing materials for executive review within established timelines.<br>• Oversee core accounting activities, including payroll processing, retirement plan transactions, tax filings, general ledger maintenance, accounts payable, accounts receivable, banking activity, and corporate card administration.<br>• Supervise and develop accounting and administrative team members by setting expectations, providing guidance, and promoting accountability.<br>• Strengthen internal controls and introduce more efficient procedures that improve reliability, consistency, and overall finance operations.<br>• Prepare covenant calculations and related reporting to help ensure compliance with lending agreements.<br>• Produce requested financial analyses, variance reviews, and other ad hoc reporting to support business decisions and special initiatives.