SRGO7
Located in:
Caledonia, MI
Pay: $100-$120k/YR., Based on Experience
Job Full Description:
A growing manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced Controller for a six-month contract opportunity with the potential to become a permanent position. This role oversees accounting operations, financial reporting, internal controls, budgeting, and asset management while partnering closely with the President and CFO to support business performance and strategic decision-making.
The ideal candidate brings strong accounting expertise, experience in a project-based manufacturing environment, and a thorough understanding of work-in-process (WIP), cost of goods sold, and material and labor costing. This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for a financially savvy professional who can improve processes, analyze financial performance, and provide accurate, timely reporting to company leadership.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee accounting operations, including general ledger management, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and financial recordkeeping.
- Prepare and review monthly, interim, and year-end financial statements and reports.
- Develop and maintain accounting policies, procedures, internal controls, and financial reporting systems.
- Partner with the President and CFO on budgeting, profit planning, capital investments, financing, sales forecasts, and expense management.
- Review budget proposals, monitor financial performance against plans, and communicate variances and recommendations to leadership.
- Analyze manufacturing costs, including work-in-process, cost of goods sold, material costs, and labor hours.
- Manage cash flow, assess financial risks, and help protect company assets through effective internal controls and appropriate insurance coverage.
- Establish and maintain tax policies and procedures and coordinate required government reporting.
- Oversee financial controls related to company orders, transactions, and supporting documentation.
- Coordinate audits and work with external accountants, auditors, legal counsel, and other financial partners as needed.
- Provide financial information and analysis to department leaders to support operational decisions and business objectives.
- Support month-end and year-end close processes and corporate financial reporting requirements.
- Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting accuracy, and operational efficiency.
- Collaborate across departments to resolve issues, strengthen financial controls, and support company goals.
- Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of the role.
Schedule:
- Full-Time, M-F 8am-5pm on-site
- Six Month Contract
Job Experience
- At least 5 years of experience as a Controller or in a similar accounting leadership role.
- Thorough knowledge of accounting principles, financial reporting, and applicable regulations.
- Hands-on experience with general ledger accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and month-end close.
- Strong understanding of profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and the relationship between financial statements.
- Experience with work-in-process accounting, manufacturing costs, cost of goods sold, and material and labor cost analysis.
- Experience in a project-based manufacturing or industrial environment preferred.
- Knowledge of budgeting, cash management, financial forecasting, and risk assessment.
- Experience developing internal controls, accounting policies, and financial procedures.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
- Experience with accounting software; SAP and/or Sage 500 experience preferred.
- CPA, CFA, CTP, or FP&A certification preferred. An MBA or Master of Accountancy is also a plus.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet financial reporting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain financial information to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
- Self-motivated, results-oriented, and committed to accuracy, accountability, and collaboration.
- Strong professional communication skills.
Job Education
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business, economics, or a related field.
Caledonia, MI
Susan Delauter
Susan.Delauter@SRGexpress.com
616-608-9681
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