Controller

iMPact Business Group; Paw Paw (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

iMPact Business Group is seeking an experienced Controller to lead its Corporate Finance team, overseeing accounting, financial reporting, compliance, budgeting, and internal controls.

Reporting to the CFO, the Controller will strengthen financial processes, partner with management, and provide timely reporting and insights to drive business decisions in a manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have GAAP expertise, 5+ years in accounting leadership, and a CPA is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting or financial management experience.
• At least 2 years of supervisory or people-management experience.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
• Experience managing monthly and year-end close processes.
• Ability to translate financial information into practical recommendations.
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly to multiple levels.
• Demonstrated attention to detail, organization, and accountability.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day accounting and financial reporting activities.
• Oversee the monthly close process, reviews, reconciliations, and results.
• Perform analytical reviews of monthly results and variances.
• Maintain internal controls in line with GAAP and policies.
• Coordinate compliance with federal, state, local financial reporting and tax requirements.
• Prepare financial schedules and documentation for annual reporting with CPA firm.
• Oversee fixed asset accounting and asset records.
• Coordinate physical inventory processes across locations.
• Support annual budgeting and financial planning.
• Partner with CFO and management on financial initiatives and goals.
• Mentor and develop accounting team members.
• Assist with retirement plan accounting requirements.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen processes, reporting, and controls.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Leadership

Financial reporting

Analytical skills

Budgeting

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA designation or comparable certification

Tools

ERP systems

Fixed asset accounting systems

Cost and inventory accounting systems

Job description

Our client is seeking an experienced Controller to join their Corporate Finance team and take a hands‑on leadership role across accounting, financial reporting, compliance, budgeting, and internal controls. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, the Controller will oversee the day‑to‑day accounting function while helping ensure financial information is accurate, timely, and useful to business leaders.

This is an opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys balancing technical accounting responsibilities with leadership and business partnership. The Controller will work closely with the management team to strengthen financial processes, support long‑term financial goals, and provide the reporting and insights needed to make informed business decisions. The right candidate will bring strong GAAP knowledge, experience leading accounting professionals, and a practical understanding of accounting within a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead day‑to‑day accounting and financial reporting activities, ensuring accurate and timely financial information.
• Oversee the monthly accounting close process, including review of account balances, supporting schedules, reconciliations, and operating results.
• Perform analytical reviews of monthly financial results and investigate significant variances or unusual activity.
• Maintain appropriate accounting practices and internal controls in accordance with GAAP and company policies.
• Coordinate compliance with applicable federal, state, and local financial reporting and tax requirements.
• Prepare financial schedules, documentation, and supporting information for annual financial reporting and tax filings in partnership with an outside CPA firm.
• Oversee fixed asset accounting and ensure accurate maintenance of fixed asset records.
• Coordinate and oversee physical inventory processes across multiple locations.
• Support annual budgeting and financial planning activities.
• Partner with the CFO and management team on financial initiatives, long‑term goals, and business decisions.
• Manage, mentor, and develop accounting team members while establishing clear expectations and accountability.
• Assist with accounting and recordkeeping requirements related to company retirement plans.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen accounting processes, reporting, controls, and overall financial operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting or financial management experience.
• At least 2 years of supervisory or people‑management experience.
• Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and financial reporting requirements.
• Experience managing or playing a significant role in monthly and year‑end close processes.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify issues and translate financial information into practical recommendations.
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly and concisely to employees and leaders at multiple levels of an organization.
• Demonstrated attention to detail, organization, and accountability in a deadline‑driven environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPA designation or comparable professional accounting certification.
• Previous manufacturing accounting experience.
• Experience with cost accounting, inventory accounting, and related financial controls.
• Experience preparing or overseeing sales tax reporting.
• Familiarity with fixed asset accounting systems and enterprise general ledger/accounting platforms.
• Experience partnering directly with senior leadership or a CFO.
• Experience improving accounting processes, internal controls, or financial reporting procedures.

Titles Encouraged to Apply

Candidates with experience under titles such as the following are encouraged to apply:

• Corporate Controller
• Accounting Manager
• Senior Accounting Manager
• Finance Manager
• Director of Accounting