Controller/Accountant Part Time - Grandville Area

Nienhuis Financial Group • Grandville, MI

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About The Position

The Controller/Accountant provides part-time financial and accounting support across a variety of client projects, helping small businesses with financial management and accounting processes. The role includes controller-level services, financial reporting, review and reconciliation of records, and guidance on accounting procedures, systems, and software. It also involves explaining financial data to clients through clear, actionable insights. 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 adhering to them.
• 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 of Arts in accounting, business administration, business management, or a related field.
• At least 10 years of accounting experience.
• At least 2 years of supervisory or project lead experience.

Nice To Haves

• MBA or master's degree in accounting or a related field.
• At least 2 years of client management experience.
• CPA certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support financial management, including cash flow tracking and financial reporting.
• Provide controller-level services, such as book closure and oversight of accounting processes.
• Review and reconcile records, and identify and correct 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