Job Description
We are seeking an experienced accounting professional to join our team as a Controller. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a hands-on environment and is eager to contribute to the standardization and optimization of financial processes following a recent SAP implementation.
The Assistant Controller will play a key role in managing the day-to-day accounting operations.
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee all aspects of General Ledger (GL) accounting , ensuring accuracy and compliance with internal policies and external regulations.
Manage Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) functions, including process improvements and issue resolution.
Supervise and mentor a small accounting team, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback.
Lead and coordinate the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate reporting.
Prepare and review financial statements, reconciliations, and supporting schedules.
Assist in the development and implementation of standardized accounting procedures and internal controls.
Support the post-implementation phase of SAP, helping to refine workflows and ensure system optimization.
Collaborate with the Controller on financial analysis, reporting, and audit preparation.
Identify opportunities for process improvements and automation to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA or progress toward certification preferred.
5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including supervisory responsibilities.
Strong understanding of GAAP and internal controls.
Experience with SAP or other major ERP systems, particularly in a post-implementation environment. Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced setting.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Muskegon, MI |
| Industry | Financial Services |
| Company Size | 1 to 9 employees |
| Website | http://www.synergystaffing.net |
About Company
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Skills
- Accountingunmatched
- Accounting Closeunmatched
- Accounts Payableunmatched
- Accounts Receivableunmatched
- Analysis Skillsunmatched
- Automationunmatched
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA)unmatched
- Communication Skillsunmatched
- ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)unmatched
- Financeunmatched
- Financial Analysisunmatched
- Financial Controlunmatched
- Financial Reportingunmatched
- Financial Statementsunmatched
- General Ledger Accountingunmatched
- Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)unmatched
- Maintain Complianceunmatched
- Mentoringunmatched
- Organizational Skillsunmatched
- People Managementunmatched
- Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
- Process Improvementunmatched
- Reconciliationunmatched
- Regulationsunmatched
- SAPunmatched
- Standards Developmentunmatched
- Time Managementunmatched
- Training/Teachingunmatched
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