<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 experienced Controller to lead accounting operations for a growing business. This role will oversee financial reporting, strengthen internal controls, and help build efficient processes that support accurate and timely results. The position also provides leadership to the accounting team while partnering across the business to improve visibility into financial performance and risk.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and year-end close activities to deliver accurate financial results in accordance with corporate policy and U.S. accounting standards.</p><p>• Improve close and reporting workflows to increase efficiency, strengthen accuracy, and consistently meet established deadlines.</p><p>• Review key balance sheet accounts, including inventory-related exposures, and collaborate with operational partners to address financial risks and control gaps.</p><p>• Develop, implement, and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls that support a compliant and well-documented control environment.</p><p>• Coordinate external audit support and oversee tax-related accounting activities to ensure timely and accurate completion of required deliverables.</p><p>• Prepare and organize financial data requested by corporate accounting for external reporting disclosures and other compliance needs.</p><p>• Supervise, coach, and develop accounting staff while promoting accountability, attention to detail, and continuous process improvement.</p><p>• Enhance accounts receivable and accounts payable operations through standardization, automation, and effective use of internal or outsourced resources.</p><p>• Contribute to special projects and finance initiatives as needed to support business and corporate objectives.</p>
<p>Our client, a growing manufacturing organization, is seeking a <strong>Controller</strong> who will own the <strong>full P&L for a manufacturing operation</strong> while partnering closely with leadership to drive financial performance and operational insight. This Controller role blends <strong>hands-on plant accounting</strong> with <strong>corporate FP&A responsibilities</strong>, making it ideal for a finance leader who enjoys both operational detail and strategic analysis.</p><p>The Controller will serve as a key business partner to operations, helping leadership understand cost drivers, improve margins, and support data-driven decisions across the organization.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Financial Leadership & P&L Ownership</strong></p><ul><li>Own and manage the <strong>full P&L for the manufacturing operation</strong></li><li>Lead the <strong>monthly close process</strong>, financial reporting, and variance analysis</li><li>Provide clear insight into <strong>revenue, margins, and cost drivers</strong></li><li>Deliver actionable reporting and KPIs to executive leadership</li></ul><p><strong>Cost Accounting & Plant Finance</strong></p><ul><li>Manage and analyze <strong>standard costing and cost accounting systems</strong></li><li>Analyze and report <strong>Purchase Price Variance (PPV), manufacturing variances, and absorption impacts</strong></li><li>Maintain and improve <strong>inventory valuation, costing structures, and product margins</strong></li><li>Partner with operations to evaluate <strong>labor efficiency, material usage, and production costs</strong></li></ul><p><strong>FP&A & Strategic Analysis</strong></p><ul><li>Lead <strong>budgeting, forecasting, and financial modeling</strong></li><li>Support operational leaders with <strong>data-driven decision making</strong></li><li>Identify opportunities for <strong>margin improvement and cost optimization</strong></li><li>Evaluate <strong>capital investments, pricing strategies, and ROI on operational initiatives</strong></li></ul><p><strong>Operational Partnership</strong></p><ul><li>Work closely with <strong>plant leadership, supply chain, and procurement</strong></li><li>Translate financial data into operational insights</li><li>Drive <strong>continuous improvement initiatives and cost control measures</strong></li><li>Help build scalable processes to support future growth</li></ul><p>For immediate consideration call Jimmy Tunney at 517-657-8054.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Controller to join our team in Grand Rapids, Michigan, in a Contract position. This role will oversee regional accounting operations, guide a small accounting team, and deliver accurate financial reporting that supports business performance. The ideal candidate brings strong controllership experience, sound judgment, and the ability to partner effectively with operations, finance, and leadership teams.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the full scope of daily accounting activities for the regional entity, including ledger management, cash activity, payroll, revenue accounting, inventory, fixed assets, prepaid expenses, accruals, and rebate-related items.<br>• Supervise and mentor accounting staff members, promoting high standards of accuracy, ownership, and ongoing process improvement.<br>• Manage the month-end close cycle and ensure financial results are completed on schedule, properly reviewed, and ready for leadership reporting.<br>• Work closely with operational leadership, the General Manager, and FP&A partners to provide clear financial insights and support informed decision-making.<br>• Maintain reliable financial reporting practices that align with U.S. GAAP and internal governance requirements.<br>• Strengthen internal controls to protect company resources, support compliance obligations, and improve the consistency of accounting processes.<br>• Coordinate audit support activities, including document preparation and inventory observation planning for the assigned region.<br>• Contribute to budgeting, performance tracking, and financial analysis by identifying trends, risks, and opportunities across monthly, quarterly, and annual results.<br>• Support improvements in accounting workflows and financial systems, including automation efforts and effective use of Sage Intacct.<br>• Assist with the financial integration of acquired businesses through purchase accounting, opening balance sheet preparation, and alignment of accounting procedures.
<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>
<p>We’re partnering with a growing manufacturing organization seeking a hands-on, detail-oriented Assistant Controller to help lead accounting operations across multiple business units. This is a high-impact role for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys owning the numbers, and wants visibility across an entire portfolio of companies. The Assistant Controller will play a key role in maintaining accurate financials, strengthening processes, and supporting leadership with timely, actionable insights.</p><p><br></p><p>What You’ll Do as an Assistant Controller:</p><ul><li>Own and manage the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process across multiple entities</li><li>Maintain the general ledger, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance</li><li>Prepare and review financial statements for multiple companies</li><li>Oversee intercompany transactions, eliminations, and reconciliations</li><li>Drive balance sheet integrity through detailed account reconciliations and analysis</li><li>Support consolidations and multi-entity reporting</li><li>Partner closely with operations to understand plant-level performance and cost drivers</li><li>Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal accounting policies</li><li>Coordinate with external auditors and support audit requests</li><li>Identify opportunities for process improvements, automation, and scalability</li><li>Mentor and support junior accounting staff as needed</li></ul><p>For immediate consideration call Jimmy Tunney at 517-657-8054.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Divisional/Plant Controller to lead accounting operations and strengthen financial oversight for a growing avionics-focused manufacturing business in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for a finance leader who can balance strategic insight with hands-on execution while building disciplined reporting processes and dependable internal controls. The role will partner across the organization to improve close activities, manage financial risk, and support accurate reporting in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the month-end close cycle and ensure financial results are prepared accurately, completely, and in alignment with corporate accounting standards and U.S. GAAP.<br>• Improve closing and reporting workflows to increase efficiency, reduce delays, and consistently meet established deadlines.<br>• Review balance sheet exposures, including inventory-related risk, and collaborate with operational teams to strengthen oversight and corrective action.<br>• Develop, implement, and maintain accounting policies, operating procedures, and internal controls that support a compliant and well-documented control environment.<br>• Coordinate external audit support and oversee tax-related compliance activities to ensure timely and accurate completion.<br>• Gather and submit required financial information for corporate reporting needs, including support for external disclosure requirements.<br>• Lead, coach, and develop the accounting team, including employees and AP/AR support resources, while promoting accountability and continuous improvement.<br>• Enhance accounts receivable and accounts payable processes through automation, standardization, and effective use of internal or outsourced resources.<br>• Contribute to special projects such as financial integrations, system implementation efforts, and other business initiatives as assigned.