Controller/Accountant Part Time - Grandville Area

Nienhuis Financial Group • Grandville, MI

10d

About The Position

The Controller/Accountant provides part-time accounting and financial management services across projects for small-business clients. The role supports financial management and reporting, provides controller-level oversight of accounting processes, reviews and reconciles financial records, and helps clients understand and use their financial data. The position may or may not supervise a small team.

Requirements

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High proficiency with accounting software, including implementation and troubleshooting.
• Full proficiency in Microsoft Office, advanced computer skills, and software savvy.
• Strong business acumen.
• Extensive knowledge of general financial accounting and cost accounting.
• Strong technical and interpersonal leadership.
• Understanding of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), ability to adhere to them, and ability to hold others responsible for doing so.
• Excellent organizational skills, a high degree of accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Exceptional project and time management skills.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities, projects, and clients.
• Ability to work independently.
• Customer service orientation and negotiation skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business administration, business management, or another related field.
• 10+ years of accounting experience.
• 2+ years of supervisory or project lead experience.

Nice To Haves

• MBA or master’s degree in accounting or another related field.
• 2+ years of client management experience.
• CPA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support financial management, including cash flow tracking and financial reporting.
• Provide controller-level services, including book closure and oversight of accounting processes.
• Review and reconcile records, identifying and correcting errors.
• Recommend improvements to accounting procedures and systems.
• Evaluate and help implement accounting software tools.
• Prepare and review financial statements and management reports.
• Provide clear, actionable insights to help clients understand and use their financial data.
• May supervise a small team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Senior