We are looking for an experienced Divisional/Plant Controller to support a manufacturing operation in Holland, Michigan. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented finance specialist who brings strong plant-level accounting expertise, sharp analytical skills, and a hands-on approach to cost management and reporting. The selected candidate will help strengthen financial visibility, guide close activities, and provide accurate insights that support operational and business decisions.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead monthly financial close activities for the plant, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and reporting deadlines are met.<br>• Oversee manufacturing cost accounting processes, including analysis of production costs, inventory valuation, and cost performance trends.<br>• Maintain and refine standard costing structures to support reliable product costing and financial accuracy.<br>• Prepare and deliver financial reports that provide clear insight into plant performance, variances, and key business drivers.<br>• Partner with plant leadership to review results, explain financial impacts, and support informed operational decision-making.<br>• Monitor cost controls across manufacturing activities and identify opportunities to improve financial efficiency and visibility.<br>• Support controllership activities by strengthening compliance, internal controls, and consistency in financial practices.<br>• Utilize SAP and SAP S/4HANA to manage financial data, reporting, and cost accounting processes within the plant environment.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Divisional/Plant Controller to lead regional accounting and financial oversight for a growing service-focused organization in Fenton, MO. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for a hands-on finance leader who can manage core accounting activities, deliver accurate reporting, and provide practical guidance to operational leadership. The role calls for strong technical accounting knowledge, sound business judgment, and the ability to strengthen processes in a fast-paced, multi-entity environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct regional accounting activities across the general ledger, reconciliations, payroll review, fixed assets, accruals, prepayments, deferred balances, inventory, and revenue-related transactions.</p><p>• Oversee the monthly close cycle and deliver complete, timely financial statements and supporting analysis to leadership.</p><p>• Work closely with general managers, operations leaders, and FP&A partners to translate financial results into actionable business insights.</p><p>• Maintain a strong control environment by monitoring compliance with accounting standards and internal company policies.</p><p>• Coordinate audit support by organizing schedules, responding to requests, and ensuring documentation is accurate and accessible.</p><p>• Contribute to planning activities by supporting annual budgets, periodic forecasts, and detailed variance reviews.</p><p>• Evaluate financial performance to highlight emerging risks, operating trends, and opportunities for improved results.</p><p>• Lead efforts to streamline workflows, improve reporting efficiency, and enhance the use of accounting systems, including Sage Intacct when applicable.</p><p>• Assist with acquisition-related accounting and integration work, including process alignment and purchase accounting support across entities.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Divisional/Plant Controller to support financial leadership for a machinery manufacturing operation in Caledonia, Michigan. This Long-term Contract position will oversee core accounting activities, deliver timely and accurate reporting, and provide insight that strengthens operational and financial performance. The role works closely with plant and business leaders to guide planning, improve controls, and support sound decision-making across the organization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct monthly and annual closing activities to ensure accurate financial statements and dependable reporting timelines.<br>• Administer the general ledger and maintain complete accounting documentation within Sage 500.<br>• Lead the teams responsible for payables, receivables, fixed asset accounting, and credit oversight to support smooth daily operations.<br>• Produce recurring financial packages for the parent organization, including monthly, quarterly, and year-end submissions.<br>• Evaluate profit and loss results, balance sheet activity, labor costs, material usage, and overall business performance to identify trends and risks.<br>• Drive forecasting, annual budget development, and capital planning support to align financial targets with operational needs.<br>• Manage percentage-of-completion accounting and completed contract reporting in accordance with applicable standards.<br>• Support cash planning, tax-related filings, government reporting obligations, and annual audit requirements while reinforcing internal control practices.<br>• Partner with cross-functional leaders on project analysis, sales outlook reviews, expense management, and process improvements that enhance plant performance.
<p>Our client is seeking a dynamic and accomplished <strong>Accounting Manager</strong> to play a key leadership role within a large, fast-paced organization. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced accounting professional to drive financial accuracy, support strategic initiatives, and lead a high-performing team in a complex corporate environment. The Accounting Manager is responsible for overseeing core accounting operations and ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial reporting.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Primary Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee daily accounting operations, including general ledger activity, journal entries, account reconciliations, and close-related tasks.</li><li>Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes to support timely and accurate reporting.</li><li>Review financial statements, balance sheet reconciliations, and supporting schedules for accuracy and completeness.</li><li>Maintain and enhance accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.</li><li>Supervise and develop accounting team members, including assigning work, reviewing output, and providing coaching.</li><li>Partner with finance, tax, treasury, audit, and operational teams to address accounting issues and improve workflows.</li><li>Support internal and external audit requests and assist with documentation and remediation efforts.</li><li>Help ensure compliance with applicable accounting guidance, regulatory requirements, and internal policies.</li><li>Analyze financial results, identify variances and trends, and communicate findings to management.</li><li>Participate in process improvement, system enhancement, and automation initiatives.</li><li>Assist with budgeting, forecasting support, and special projects as needed.</li><li>Monitor balance sheet accounts and ensure adequate documentation is maintained.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager/Supervisor to lead core accounting operations in Allegan, Michigan. This role oversees the accuracy of financial records, supports timely reporting, and helps maintain strong day-to-day processes across payables, receivables, and the general ledger. The ideal candidate brings a hands-on approach to month-end activities, audit support, and reconciliation work while also contributing to acquisition-related accounting and integration efforts.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct monthly close activities, ensuring financial data is recorded accurately and reporting deadlines are consistently met.<br>• Oversee general ledger maintenance, including review of journal entries and verification of supporting documentation.<br>• Manage account reconciliations to identify discrepancies, resolve issues promptly, and maintain reliable financial records.<br>• Coordinate preparation for financial statement audits by organizing schedules, responding to auditor requests, and supporting compliance efforts.<br>• Supervise accounts payable and accounts receivable functions to promote timely processing, cash flow visibility, and effective controls.<br>• Utilize QuickBooks to monitor accounting activity, maintain system accuracy, and generate routine financial information.<br>• Support accounting aspects of acquisitions by assisting with due diligence, transaction-related reporting, and post-close financial alignment.<br>• Participate in merger integration work as needed, helping incorporate financial processes and reporting into the broader organization.
<p>A growing organization in the Kentwood, Michigan area is partnering with our team to add a newly created <strong>Accounting Manager/Supervisor</strong> to its finance and accounting team. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on accounting leader who is passionate about developing people, strengthening processes, and making a visible impact on the organization. The role will provide day-to-day leadership, coaching, and development for the team while helping ensure work is completed accurately, efficiently, and on time. This individual will also partner closely with finance, accounting, and operational stakeholders to resolve issues, enhance controls, improve workflows, and drive process improvements that support the broader goals of the business.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct daily accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial records, reliable reporting, and adherence to established control standards.</p><p>• Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close activities, including oversight of journal entries, accruals, reconciliations, and final financial statement preparation.</p><p>• Safeguard the integrity of the general ledger and balance sheet by reviewing account activity, investigating variances, and resolving discrepancies promptly.</p><p>• Supervise revenue accounting across equipment, service, installation, training, and parts transactions to ensure proper recognition and reporting.</p><p>• Oversee inventory and cost accounting activities, including valuation reviews, reserve analysis, physical inventory support, and project-related accounting.</p><p>• Coordinate intercompany accounting and reconciliations across affiliated entities, addressing differences and supporting consolidated financial reporting needs.</p><p>• Partner with corporate finance and audit teams to meet reporting requirements, support policy application, and prepare for internal and external audit requests.</p><p>• Lead the accounts payable function by monitoring invoice processing, payment approvals, vendor relationships, reconciliations, and disbursement controls.</p><p>• Develop and mentor accounting team members through coaching, performance feedback, hiring support, onboarding, and succession planning efforts.</p><p>• Drive finance process improvements by working with cross-functional stakeholders to strengthen controls, expand automation, and enhance user adoption of accounting procedures.</p>