<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>
<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>
