<p>We are looking for an experienced Controller to join our client's team in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented and strategic individual with a strong background in accounting and finance, especially within operationally intensive industries. The Controller will play a critical role in overseeing financial reporting, leading a talented accounting team, and providing valuable insights to support business decision-making.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and manage monthly financial statements, including account analysis, variance analysis, and balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring accuracy and compliance.</p><p>• Oversee financial reporting for real estate entities on a quarterly basis, maintaining adherence to relevant standards and regulations.</p><p>• Supervise and mentor accounting staff, reviewing their work on journal entries, account reconciliations, inventory costing, and fixed asset schedules.</p><p>• Develop and manage annual operating and capital budgets, providing actionable insights through variance analysis and performance monitoring.</p><p>• Collaborate with operations leadership to understand business needs, production trends, and their financial implications.</p><p>• Establish and maintain robust internal controls and review procedures to ensure data integrity and compliance with corporate policies.</p><p>• Lead financial oversight for construction and capital projects, including cost tracking, capitalization, and financial analysis.</p><p>• Partner with senior leadership to provide financial insights and support strategic decision-making processes.</p><p>• Ensure effective cash management and oversee daily financial operations to maintain liquidity and operational efficiency.</p><p>• Drive process improvements and implement new technologies to enhance efficiency and accuracy in accounting workflows.</p>
<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>