Controller

Job Description

Job Description

We’re partnering with a manufacturing company in Grand Rapids, Michigan, that is seeking a Controller to join its leadership team. This role will oversee key accounting functions, help drive informed financial decisions, and work closely with operations and supply chain leadership. Reporting to the VP of Finance/IT, the Controller will also provide oversight and direction to a Staff Accountant while ensuring the accuracy, timeliness, and confidentiality of financial reporting.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the monthly close process, including preparation of journal entries related to accruals, prepaids, inventory activity, and other significant accounting adjustments.
• Analyze monthly financial results, investigate variances, and deliver actionable insights to support leadership decision-making.
• Maintain and improve close procedures and supporting documentation to promote consistency, accuracy, and audit readiness.
• Reconcile key balance sheet accounts and address discrepancies in a timely manner to protect the integrity of financial data.
• Partner with procurement, supply chain, and operations leaders on raw material and capital purchasing activity, while tracking supplier performance and cost trends.
• Oversee system updates tied to purchase orders, pricing changes, and material costs to support accurate transaction processing.
• Lead fixed asset accounting activities, including additions, transfers, disposals, depreciation, and related documentation.
• Monitor capital expenditure requests, validate approvals and coding, reconcile construction-in-progress activity, and ensure timely closeout of completed projects.
• Support enhancements to accounting system capabilities and help maintain compliance with internal controls and company accounting policies.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.

• At least 5 years of relevant experience, including cost accounting or finance responsibilities within a manufacturing environment.

• Strong knowledge of cost accounting, inventory valuation, fixed asset accounting, monthly depreciation, and balance sheet reconciliation.

• Demonstrated experience managing month-end close activities and preparing accurate financial reporting.

• Proficiency with ERP or accounting systems; experience with Sage is beneficial.

• Advanced Excel skills with the ability to analyze data and identify trends or exceptions.

• Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively.

• Proven ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain a high level of accuracy and professionalism.