We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to oversee and enhance financial operations within our organization in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This role involves maintaining accurate financial documentation, managing fixed asset activities, and ensuring compliance with property tax regulations. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in improving processes, analyzing financial data, and supporting cross-functional collaboration.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Streamline financial processes to improve efficiency and foster collaboration among teams.<br>• Ensure the accuracy, security, and completeness of all financial documentation.<br>• Manage fixed asset activities, including acquisitions, adjustments, depreciation, transfers, and retirements.<br>• Conduct research and prepare journal entries related to fixed assets.<br>• Lead comprehensive audits of fixed asset inventories.<br>• Prepare annual budgets and manage return-on-investment documentation for projects.<br>• Handle property tax compliance, including preparing returns, requesting payments, and maintaining records.<br>• Participate actively in monthly, quarterly, and annual financial closing processes.<br>• Analyze key financial metrics, including inventory, costs, expenses, and labor data.<br>• Reconcile general ledger accounts and verify journal transactions to ensure accuracy.
<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>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 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.
We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Payable Clerk to join our team in Grand Rapids, Michigan. In this role, you will play a key part in maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring the smooth processing of invoices and payments. This long-term contract position offers an opportunity to contribute to a fast-paced environment within the telecom industry, collaborating closely with the accounting and finance team.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process vendor invoices with accuracy and efficiency to ensure timely payments.<br>• Maintain and update financial records, ensuring all data is organized and accessible.<br>• Prepare and issue payments to vendors, adhering to company policies and deadlines.<br>• Perform credit card reconciliations, ensuring all transactions are accurately recorded.<br>• Assist in financial audits by providing necessary documentation and support.<br>• Collaborate with the finance team to support budgeting and cash flow management activities.<br>• Respond to vendor inquiries regarding payment status and resolve any discrepancies.<br>• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and company policies in all payable operations.<br>• Code invoices correctly and enter them into the accounting system.<br>• Conduct check runs and ensure proper documentation is maintained.
<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>
<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>
We are looking for an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team on a contract basis in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This position is ideal for someone who excels in managing high-volume invoice processing and vendor communications within the automotive industry. If you are detail-oriented, tech-savvy, and thrive in fast-paced environments, this role offers a dynamic opportunity to contribute to our financial operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Accurately process and input a high volume of invoices on a weekly basis, ensuring all entries comply with company standards.<br>• Verify invoice approvals and maintain accuracy throughout the accounts payable system.<br>• Communicate effectively with vendors to provide updates on payment timelines and resolve any discrepancies.<br>• Utilize intermediate Excel functions, including vlookup and xlookup, to support reconciliation and reporting tasks.<br>• Apply automation tools to streamline workflows and enhance the efficiency of accounts payable processes.<br>• Manage vendor records and files, ensuring all documentation is organized and up-to-date.<br>• Build and maintain positive relationships with multiple vendors to support smooth operations.<br>• Collaborate with team members and management to address accounts payable challenges and identify process improvements.
We are looking for a skilled Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in Grand Rapids, Michigan. In this contract position, you will play a critical role in managing vendor invoices, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring timely payments. This opportunity is ideal for professionals with a strong attention to detail and a passion for efficient financial operations within the automotive industry.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process a high volume of invoices each week, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company standards.<br>• Verify invoice approvals and enter data efficiently into the accounts payable system.<br>• Communicate effectively with vendors to provide updates on payment schedules and address inquiries.<br>• Utilize Excel functions, including vlookup and xlookup, to support reconciliation and data analysis tasks.<br>• Implement automation tools to enhance workflow efficiency and accuracy.<br>• Maintain organized vendor files and ensure proper coding of invoices.<br>• Develop strong relationships with vendors to support smooth payment processing.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve discrepancies and improve accounts payable procedures.
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.
<p>We are looking for a part-time (20 hours/week) detail-oriented Accounts Payable Clerk to join our team on a contract basis in Kalamazoo, Michigan. This role is essential in ensuring accurate and efficient processing of invoices, payments, and expense reports. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of accounts payable processes and a commitment to maintaining financial accuracy within a higher education environment. M-F, first-shift, part-time role.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process invoices with accuracy, ensuring proper coding and compliance with organizational policies.</p><p>• Manage check runs and ensure timely payment to vendors.</p><p>• Review and resolve discrepancies in invoice processing to maintain accuracy.</p><p>• Handle expense reports, verifying details and reimbursing employees as needed.</p><p>• Maintain organized documentation of all accounts payable activities for auditing purposes.</p><p>• Communicate effectively with vendors and internal departments to address payment-related inquiries.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and university policies.</p><p>• Assist with monthly reconciliations and reporting related to accounts payable.</p><p>• Identify opportunities for process improvements within accounts payable operations.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members to support overall financial goals and objectives.</p>
