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3 results for Financial Systems Director in Grand Rapids, MI
- Kalamazoo, MI
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 45 - 70 USD / Hourly
- We are looking for an experienced finance leader to provide strategic oversight for a university-based finance function in Kalamazoo, Michigan. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone with deep accounting and financial management expertise who can guide an established team, strengthen reporting accuracy, and translate financial results into meaningful insights for leadership. The role is fully onsite and will play an important part in budgeting, forecasting, fiscal-year planning, and overall financial stewardship.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead and support a finance organization by directing key managers and fostering accountability across the broader team structure.<br>• Oversee monthly close activities to ensure financial records are timely, well-supported, and aligned with sound accounting practices.<br>• Review reports and statements for accuracy, consistency, and relevance before presenting information to senior leadership.<br>• Interpret financial results and communicate budget performance, emerging risks, and operational trends to a range of stakeholders.<br>• Partner on the development of annual budgets, forward-looking projections, and fiscal-year planning activities.<br>• Maintain strong internal controls by reinforcing compliance with established financial policies and procedures.<br>• Provide high-level guidance on year-end reporting and help ensure a smooth handoff during the transition period with outgoing leadership.<br>• Support conversations with executives, trustees, auditors, and campus partners by presenting financial information in a clear and practical manner.
- 2026-10-08T00:00:00Z
- Muskegon, MI
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 80 - 125 USD / Hourly
- <p>We are looking for an accomplished finance executive to provide steady leadership for a manufacturing organization on the Michigan Lakeshore. This Long-term Contract position is designed for a hands-on leader who can strengthen financial planning, improve forecast accuracy, and bring greater structure to accounting and compliance activities. The role will guide a sizable finance team, support executive decision-making with reliable analysis, and help create a more disciplined operating rhythm within a defense-focused environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the finance organization by setting direction, building accountability, and supporting the development of a team of approximately 20 professionals.</p><p>• Strengthen financial planning and analysis processes by improving budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting to deliver more dependable business insights.</p><p>• Oversee core accounting operations, including month-end close and financial reporting, while reinforcing consistency, accuracy, and timeliness.</p><p>• Direct compliance activities in a defense industry setting, ensuring readiness for audits and alignment with applicable regulatory and internal control expectations.</p><p>• Evaluate current team capabilities, identify organizational gaps, and recommend restructuring or skill development plans to improve effectiveness.</p><p>• Partner with senior leadership to translate financial results into actionable recommendations that support operational and strategic decisions.</p><p>• Manage financial consolidation and reporting requirements for a global parent organization, including disciplined support for control-oriented reporting practices.</p><p>• Use tools such as Infor Visual ERP, financial consolidation platforms, Power BI, and Excel to enhance reporting visibility and analytical rigor.</p><p>• Bring stability to the finance function during the contract period by refining key processes, reinforcing leadership presence, and creating a stronger foundation for long-term success.</p>
- 2026-10-02T00:00:00Z
- Coopersville, MI
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 100000 - 125000 USD / Yearly
- We are looking for an experienced Financial Controller to guide the organization’s accounting function and provide dependable financial leadership. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, strengthening control processes, and delivering timely reporting that supports sound business decisions. The position also partners closely with leadership on planning, performance analysis, and long-term financial strategy.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the full accounting cycle, including ledger oversight, payables, receivables, payroll coordination, and revenue-related financial activities.<br>• Lead monthly and annual close activities by managing timelines, reviewing entries, and confirming account reconciliations are complete and accurate.<br>• Produce periodic financial statements and management reports that align with applicable U.S. accounting standards and organizational reporting needs.<br>• Establish and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls designed to safeguard assets and support regulatory compliance.<br>• Serve as the primary contact for external auditors, tax professionals, and other financial advisors during audits, filings, and compliance reviews.<br>• Partner with department leaders to prepare annual budgets, update forecasts, evaluate performance trends, and explain key variances.<br>• Supervise, coach, and develop accounting staff while promoting accountability, process consistency, and continuous improvement across the team.<br>• Translate financial results into clear recommendations and insights that help executive leadership make informed operational and strategic decisions.
- 2026-09-22T00:00:00Z