<p>We are looking for an experienced Accounting Manager to join our team. In this long-term contract role and can be 100% remote, you will lead efforts to enhance and streamline accounting processes, ensuring accuracy and efficiency across all operations. This position offers the opportunity to take ownership of high-priority projects, collaborate with staff accountants, and implement technology-driven solutions to optimize workflows.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the overhaul of the month-end close process, identifying areas for improvement and implementing streamlined procedures.</p><p>• Collaborate with staff accountants to document and refine accounting workflows, ensuring clarity and efficiency.</p><p>• Utilize technology to automate processes, create electronic filing systems, and improve reporting capabilities.</p><p>• Address and resolve import/export discrepancies between accounting systems to ensure data accuracy.</p><p>• Prepare monthly financial reports and deliver them to stakeholders by required deadlines.</p><p>• Support the clean-up of audit-related processes and ensure all documentation is finalized by established timelines.</p><p>• Conduct inventory counts and valuations, ensuring compliance with company standards and accuracy in reporting.</p><p>• Develop and implement strategies to align accounting procedures with organizational goals.</p><p>• Provide guidance and mentorship to accounting staff, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.</p>
<p>The Director of Financial Reporting is a senior leadership position responsible for ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and strategic value of consolidated and divisional financial results. This leader manages all aspects of financial reporting, oversees global tax strategy, intercompany pricing, audit coordination, and ensures compliance with U.S. GAAP.</p><p>Additionally, this role is an integral part of the organization’s digital transformation journey—advancing automation, elevating data quality, driving Oracle Fusion adoption, and strengthening analytics across Finance and Operations.</p><p>This position leads General Accounting and Tax teams, promotes continuous improvement, and partners closely with executive leadership to deliver insights that support profitability, operational rigor, and long-term tax efficiency.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p><em>Financial Reporting & Accounting Leadership</em></p><ul><li>Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes focusing on speed, accuracy, and automation.</li><li>Manage the preparation of consolidated financial statements and divisional reporting packages, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP and company policies.</li><li>Maintain the global chart of accounts, financial reporting structure, and data governance standards.</li></ul><p><em>Tax Strategy & Compliance</em></p><ul><li>Develop and lead global tax strategy, including planning, provisioning, compliance, and optimizing transfer pricing and intercompany agreements.</li><li>Manage tax audits and examinations, mitigate tax risks, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards in the U.S. and internationally.</li></ul><p><em>Forecasting, Budgeting & Analytics</em></p><ul><li>Direct budgeting, forecasting, and analytics, providing actionable insights on financial trends, tax impacts, and key operational metrics.</li></ul><p><em>Digital Transformation & Systems Leadership</em></p><ul><li>Lead ERP enhancements (Oracle Fusion) and the adoption of automation technologies (e.g., RPA, AI) to improve reporting, dashboards, and workflow efficiencies.</li></ul><p><em>Internal Controls & Risk Management</em></p><ul><li>Maintain strong internal controls, including documentation, testing, remediation, and proactive risk mitigation.</li></ul><p><em>Cross-Functional Leadership & Team Development</em></p><ul><li>Represent Finance in enterprise-wide initiatives, working closely with Operations, Commercial, Supply Chain, and IT to drive profitability, tax efficiency, and process consistency.</li><li>Lead and develop an accounting team, focusing on professional growth, succession planning, and continuous improvement.</li></ul>
<p>We are looking for an experienced and strategic VP/Director of Finance to oversee the financial operations of our organization in Muskegon, Michigan. This key leadership role involves managing the fiscal health of the organization, ensuring compliance with established regulations, and providing insightful financial guidance to stakeholders. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a deep knowledge of governmental accounting standards, and the ability to drive financial strategies that align with organizational goals.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop and execute comprehensive financial strategies, policies, and procedures to support organizational objectives.</p><p>• Provide expert financial analysis and guidance to senior leadership and department heads, ensuring informed decision-making.</p><p>• Oversee cash flow management, investment strategies, and debt handling to maintain fiscal stability.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with federal award requirements, including cost principles and audit standards, under Uniform Guidance regulations.</p><p>• Monitor and ensure adherence to governmental accounting standards and prepare accurate financial reports, including the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report.</p><p>• Lead the annual budgeting process, collaborating with various departments to create and manage program budgets.</p><p>• Supervise daily accounting operations such as payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger functions.</p><p>• Coordinate and manage annual financial audits and required Single Audits, addressing findings efficiently.</p><p>• Mentor and develop finance department staff, fostering a culture of integrity and continuous improvement.</p><p>• Evaluate and implement upgrades to financial systems and software to optimize operational efficiency.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team in Shelby, Michigan. In this role, you will be responsible for managing and overseeing general accounting functions across multiple entities, ensuring accurate financial reporting and compliance with accounting standards. This position requires excellent analytical skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate effectively within a dynamic and fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage and execute general accounting tasks across multiple entities, ensuring accuracy and consistency.<br>• Participate in the monthly financial close process, adhering to established reporting guidelines.<br>• Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts, including intercompany transactions, expense transfers, and accruals.<br>• Perform bank reconciliations, trend analyses, and department expense research to ensure accurate financial records.<br>• Prepare and post journal entries with detailed supporting documentation.<br>• Conduct variance analyses to identify discrepancies and provide actionable insights to management.<br>• Collaborate with operational teams to support timely and precise financial reporting.<br>• Assist with accounting activities related to mergers and acquisitions, including integration processes.<br>• Contribute to special projects and ad hoc financial analyses as needed.<br>• Ensure compliance with GAAP and other financial reporting standards.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Controller to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Holland, Michigan. In this role, you will oversee financial operations, manage reporting processes, and ensure adherence to company policies and regulatory standards. This position requires a proactive, detail-oriented individual with strong analytical skills and a commitment to maintaining financial accuracy. This role is expected to be 5 to 6 months and hybrid.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage month-end closing processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.</p><p>• Develop and maintain cash flow forecasts to support strategic decision-making.</p><p>• Oversee percentage-of-completion accounting methods for project tracking and financial compliance.</p><p>• Establish and enforce departmental standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure efficiency.</p><p>• Coordinate the preparation of annual budgets, working closely with department heads.</p><p>• Analyze financial data and prepare comprehensive reports for stakeholder review.</p><p>• Utilize QuickBooks Enterprise to manage accounting tasks and streamline operations.</p><p>• Monitor and report on financial performance to ensure alignment with organizational goals.</p><p>• Provide leadership and guidance to the accounting team, fostering a collaborative work environment.</p>
<p>Robert Half is seeking a Staff Accountant to support our client with operational accounting tasks and providing assistance to senior accounting staff. Key responsibilities include supporting various projects, managing accounts payable, and assisting with financial reporting. The role also requires strong communication skills and experience coordinating with external stakeholders.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate inquiries please contact Katie Ruger at 616-600-8734!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Essential Duties and Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>To perform this role successfully, an individual must be able to complete the following core tasks. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</p><ul><li>Participate in the full cycle of financial administration, including onboarding new clients and supporting ongoing projects.</li><li>Oversee vendor accounts and process client bill payments.</li><li>Organize and maintain accounting and tax records, as well as supporting schedules for clients and a variety of legal entities.</li><li>Record daily financial transactions, prepare journal entries, reconcile accounts, and ensure books are closed to trial balance.</li><li>Prepare and review reconciliations for bank and credit card accounts, monthly cash flow reports, and financial statements.</li><li>Maintain general ledgers and complete reconciliations for cash, loans, bank, and investment accounts, along with supporting documentation.</li><li>Communicate with third-party financial service providers for payroll, accounting, and tax matters.</li><li>Build effective relationships with client management teams, senior accountants, and external advisors or vendors as needed.</li><li>Collaborate with management, cross-functional teams, and external providers to implement tools and processes that improve efficiency.</li><li>Follow internal policies and procedures to minimize risk.</li></ul><p><strong>Competencies and Skills:</strong></p><ul><li>Solid knowledge of accounting functions, including accounts payable and receivable.</li><li>Accurate data entry skills; capable of calculating, posting, reconciling, and managing accounting transactions.</li><li>Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail with ability to identify and resolve errors.</li><li>Experience managing a high volume of transactions while maintaining accuracy.</li><li>Effective written and verbal communication skills.</li><li>Strong ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and perform under pressure.</li><li>Problem-solving and decision-making abilities.</li><li>Multitasking proficiency in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>Collaborative approach; able to work effectively with team members and external partners.</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills and relationship building.</li><li>Eagerness for ongoing learning and professional development.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to support the advancement department in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This role involves a variety of administrative tasks, including database management, reporting, and donor communication, all aimed at enhancing departmental operations. As a Long-term Contract position, this opportunity offers stability and the chance to contribute meaningfully to organizational goals.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Maintain and improve database systems to ensure accurate and up-to-date records of donors and constituents.<br>• Perform routine data hygiene tasks to enhance database integrity and reliability.<br>• Develop processes for tracking scholarships and create stewardship reports for scholarship representatives.<br>• Generate and distribute regular reports on donor contributions and benchmarking metrics.<br>• Support executive-level reporting needs, including preparing materials for leadership teams and institutional reviews.<br>• Conduct donor research using specialized tools and provide detailed reports as needed.<br>• Manage departmental administrative tasks such as correspondence, file organization, and invoice processing.<br>• Collaborate with the business office on budget reconciliation and tracking financial records.<br>• Ensure timely communication with donors through event invitations, newsletters, and acknowledgment letters.<br>• Record and process donor gifts promptly, ensuring receipts are issued within 24-48 hours.
We are looking for a dedicated Financial Analyst to join our team in Battle Creek, Michigan. This role is pivotal in ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of financial operations within the facility, including payroll management and purchasing analysis. The ideal candidate will collaborate closely with plant staff, human resources, and other departments to maintain financial integrity and support continuous improvement initiatives.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Conduct daily analysis of purchasing activities and payroll processes to ensure accuracy and compliance.<br>• Serve as the primary liaison between the finance team, human resources, and plant staff for payroll-related matters.<br>• Reconcile payroll systems, weekly and bi-monthly payroll payments, and the plant checkbook.<br>• Assist with internal controls documentation and maintain compliance with Sarbanes-Oxley requirements.<br>• Support both internal and external audits by preparing necessary documentation and addressing inquiries.<br>• Prepare manual journal entries and ensure accurate cost allocation during month-end closings.<br>• Collaborate with plant buyers and staff to verify purchase requisitions and resolve discrepancies.<br>• Manage intercompany invoice reconciliations and monitor receivables/payables activities.<br>• Maintain fixed asset records and oversee capital project tracking from inception to registration.<br>• Conduct physical inventory counts for selected fixed assets and support inventory control measures.
We are looking for an experienced IT Project Manager to oversee complex application development projects in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This role requires a strategic leader capable of managing priorities, budgets, and stakeholder collaboration to ensure successful project outcomes. The ideal candidate will bring technical expertise, strong organizational skills, and a proven ability to deliver projects on schedule.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Define project scope, establish priorities, and create detailed schedules for deliverables.<br>• Lead and facilitate discussions among stakeholders, including analysts, programmers, and clients, to ensure alignment on project goals.<br>• Monitor and manage budgets, tracking expenditures to ensure financial objectives are met.<br>• Utilize Agile Scrum methodologies to drive project progress and enhance team collaboration.<br>• Oversee the use of tools such as Atlassian Jira for tracking tasks and project milestones.<br>• Ensure project compliance with organizational standards and industry best practices.<br>• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies to address potential challenges.<br>• Prepare and deliver comprehensive project reports to stakeholders, providing updates on progress and outcomes.<br>• Foster a collaborative environment that encourages innovation and problem-solving.<br>• Coordinate the efforts of cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives efficiently.
<p>I’m partnering with a growing, mid-size business that is intentionally <strong>elevating its accounting & finance function</strong> and is ready to bring in a Controller who thrives in transformation.</p><p>This is not a “keep the lights on” role. The Controller will play a critical role in modernizing the accounting operation—<strong>driving automation, improving processes, strengthening controls, and helping scale the function</strong> to support continued growth. You’ll work closely with executive leadership and have real influence over how the finance organization is built for the future.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What makes this Controller role compelling:</strong></p><ul><li>Opportunity to lead <strong>automation and accounting process improvement</strong> initiatives</li><li>Hands-on role with visibility and impact across the business</li><li>Environment that values continuous improvement, better data, and smarter systems</li><li>A platform for a Controller who enjoys building structure, not inheriting it</li></ul><p><strong>Ideal background:</strong></p><ul><li>Sr Accountant or Accounting Manager ready for the next step</li><li>Strong technical accounting foundation with a process-improvement mindset</li><li>Experience implementing or enhancing ERP systems, automation tools, or workflows</li><li>Comfortable operating in a growing, evolving organization</li></ul><p>If you’re a finance leader who gets excited about <strong>creating efficiencies, improving accuracy, and building scalable systems</strong>, this is a rare chance to step into a role where your work will truly shape the organization.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration call Jimmy Tunney at 517-657-8054</p>
