Assistant Controller

Overview

Location: Grand Rapids, MI
Compensation: $90,000 - $110,000 per year
Schedule: Typical work hours with flexibility

Our client is a well-established manufacturing company specializing in high-quality products for a diverse customer base. They operate in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment where collaboration between production, operations, and administrative teams is key. With a focus on continuous improvement, safety, and efficiency, we value employees who take pride in their work and contribute to a culture of reliability and respect. The company offers a stable workplace with hands-on leadership and opportunities to grow alongside the business.

• Financial Statement Responsibility:
  Manage financial close, accounting, and reporting processes for accurate financial statements.
• Conduct Financial Analyses:
  Support strategic decision-making by conducting in-depth financial analyses;
  Identify drivers of income statement and balance sheet variances;
  Summarize and present current and projected financial status to leadership.
• Manage Accounting Department:
  Lead and support a team of 4 accounting professionals, overseeing day-to-day operations;
  Manage general accounting, financial reporting, and processing tasks;
  Provide training, guidance, and development for team members.
• Supervise Accounting
  
  Activities:
  
  Ensure reconciliation of bank and credit card accounts;
  Oversee annual audits and maintain reconciliations for financial reporting accuracy.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business
• 5 to 8 years of related experience
• Strong technical skills, especially in Excel
• Excellent interpersonal, team-building, and analytical abilities
• Proven leadership or supervisory experience

• Supervisory experience in a large company
• Advanced degrees or CPA/MBA certification

• Business casual with jeans on Fridays