<p>We are looking for an Assistant Controller to join a finance team in Grand Rapids, Michigan on a Contract-to-hire basis. This role partners closely with senior finance leadership to strengthen financial operations, support sound business decisions, and maintain accurate, compliant reporting. The position offers a blend of hands-on accounting leadership and forward-looking financial analysis, with a strong focus on budgeting, grants oversight, and regulatory accountability.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct the annual budgeting process in collaboration with department leaders, helping translate operational needs into accurate financial plans.</p><p>• Create and refine forecasts, financial models, and scenario-based analyses that guide leadership in evaluating risks, opportunities, and performance trends.</p><p>• Track actual results against budget targets, investigate key variances, and present meaningful insights to support timely decision-making.</p><p>• Review accounting activity and related documentation prepared by team members to help ensure accuracy, completeness, and adherence to policy.</p><p>• Oversee monthly and year-end close activities while coordinating with external auditors during the annual audit process.</p><p>• Prepare reliable monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting that supports transparency and aligns with organizational and regulatory standards.</p><p>• Manage grant-related financial reporting, reimbursement submissions, and closeout activities while ensuring compliance with applicable federal and state funding requirements.</p><p>• Coordinate required transit and government reporting, including data submissions tied to public funding and oversight obligations.</p><p>• Develop recurring and ad hoc reports, dashboards, and analytical tools that improve visibility into financial performance and increase productivity.</p>