Part-time Controller

Location: Benton Harbor, MI Position Type: Part-Time

Seeking a highly capable Controller to provide part-time oversight of our accounting and financial reporting functions. This role is responsible for ensuring accurate financial statements, strengthening internal controls, improving month-end close processes, supporting budgeting and cash flow planning, and advising leadership on financial performance and compliance.

This is a hands-on position ideal for a finance professional who enjoys working with small to mid-sized businesses and can operate both strategically and tactically.

Key Outcomes

• Accurate, on-time monthly financial reporting leadership can rely on
• Efficient, organized month-end close with minimal errors
• Improved cash flow visibility and proactive liquidity management
• Clear budget tracking with actionable variance explanations
• Confidence in compliance (tax filings, reporting, and regulatory obligations)
• Stronger financial discipline across the organization

Responsibilities

• Oversee and support accounting functions, including AP/AR and general ledger activities
• Enter vendor invoices into QuickBooks and manage related processes
• Reconcile bank accounts and general ledger accounts
• Record journal entries and prepare monthly financial statements
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and performance/cost analysis
• Manage cash flow tracking and short-term cash forecasting
• Assist with collections and customer credit limit setup
• Complete weekly payroll and ensures payroll taxes are paid and filings are completed accurately
• Prepare payroll tax returns, 1099s, sales tax returns, use tax returns, and census reporting
• Maintain internal controls and improve processes/documentation
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to leadership

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial statement preparation
• Experience managing month-end close and financial reporting
• Strong working knowledge of QuickBooks or similar accounting software
• Ability to build practical internal controls for a growing organization
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• High integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

This position offers an opportunity to play a key role in improving financial clarity and discipline within a growing organization. This role will directly impact business decisions, cash planning, and operational performance.