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Corporate Controller

CFS

Grand Rapids, MI

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SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounting Consolidation, Accounting Policies, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Analysis Skills, Automation, Cafeteria, Cash Management, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Communication Skills, Cook Dishes, Corporate Finance, Corporate Tax, Data Quality, Decision Support, External Audit, Finance, Financial Control, Financial Reporting, Financial Strategy, Financial Transactions, General Ledger Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Internal Audit, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Mfg/PRO, Operational Improvement, Operational Strategy, Policy Development, Problem Solving Skills, Process Development, Process Improvement, Sales Closing Skills, Team Lead/Manager, Technical Accounting, Time Management, Transaction Processing/Management, Treasury, Treasury Management, Trend Analysis
LOCATION
Grand Rapids, MI
POSTED
Today
If you're looking for a place to build a long, meaningful career, not just another job, this Corporate Controller opportunity is worth a closer look. This is a stable, well‑established company with an excellent culture, exceptionally low turnover, and a genuine commitment to taking care of its people. The environment is people‑focused, supportive, and built on respect and collaboration. Our client believes great work shouldn't come at the expense of your life. The team enjoys a strong work‑life balance, flexible hours, and a culture that values reasonable workloads over late nights. This is an on-site position, where you'll have access to a fully equipped gym and a chef‑run cafeteria to support your well‑being throughout the day. As the Corporate Controller, you'll contribute in meaningful ways, and be part of a company that truly invests in its employees. If you want to work in a place where people are supported, appreciated, and encouraged to thrive, this is that kind of environment.

Corporate Controller Overview & Responsibilities:

The Corporate Controller is the senior accounting leader responsible for overseeing the company's core accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal controls. Reporting directly to the CFO, this role ensures the integrity of financial information across the enterprise while driving process improvements, operational efficiency, and scalability within the finance organization.

This position leads the shared services department, owns the consolidated financial reporting process, and plays a key role in supporting treasury, tax, and strategic finance initiatives.

Accounting Operations & Shared Services

  • Lead and develop the shared services accounting organization, including AR, AP, and general ledger
  • Ensure accurate and efficient processing of financial transactions
  • Establish scalable processes and controls to support company growth

Financial Reporting & Close

  • Oversee monthly and annual close processes
  • Own consolidated financial statement preparation and review
  • Ensure compliance with GAAP and internal policies
  • Partner with external auditors and advisors

Internal Controls & Compliance

  • Design and maintain a strong internal control environment
  • Ensure audit readiness and compliance
  • Establish accounting policies across the organization

Treasury, Tax & Corporate Finance Support

  • Oversee treasury and cash management activities
  • Support annual tax filings with external service providers
  • Monitor, analyze, and report on corporate overhead and expense trends

Process Improvement & Transformation

  • Drive automation and process improvements
  • Improve close timelines and reporting accuracy
  • Enhance data quality and decision support

Team Leadership & Development

  • Build and develop a high-performing accounting team
  • Foster a culture of accountability and improvement
  • Develop future finance leaders

What Success Looks Like

  • Accurate and timely financial reporting
  • Strong internal controls and audit readiness
  • Scalable accounting processes
  • Improved efficiency and automation
  • Engaged and high-performing team

Corporate Controller Qualifications & Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
  • CPA
  • 10+ years of progressive accounting experience
  • Work onsite Monday-Friday
  • Manufacturing or multi-entity experience preferred
  • Strong GAAP and financial reporting knowledge
  • ERP experience (QAD or similar)
  • Strong technical accounting expertise
  • Leadership and influence across the organization
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Effective communication skills
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About the Company

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CFS

Founded by CPA firms in 1994, Creative Financial Staffing has spent over 30 years helping job seekers and employers succeed. In fall 2025, we rebranded as CFS—a name that reflects our full range of expertise while staying true to the trusted company you know.

CFS is the industry’s leading employee-owned staffing firm, connecting top talent in accounting, finance, technology, and human resources. We provide skilled professionals on both a temporary and permanent basis across diverse industries, leveraging our extensive network to match the right people with the right opportunities.

Our dedication to excellence extends to our award-winning culture, recognized repeatedly for growth, recruiting, workplace environment, and employee support. Honors include Forbes’ “America’s Best Recruiting and Temporary Staffing Firms,” Staffing Industry Analysts’ top U.S. staffing rankings, FlexJobs’ Top 100 Companies for Remote and Hybrid Work, Top Workplaces USA, Newsweek’s Best Practices awards, and more.

COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Financial Services
FOUNDED
1994
WEBSITE
http://www.cfstaffing.com/

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