Controller - Business Machines Company

Business Machines Company, Inc.; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in IT services seeks a detail-oriented Controller in Lansing, MI, to manage financial operations including accounts receivable, payroll, and reporting. The successful candidate will demonstrate integrity, strong attention to detail, and a proactive approach to maintaining financial accuracy, and will thrive in a collaborative environment.

Benefits

Medical and dental coverage

Short-term and long-term disability insurance

Paid holidays

401K with 3% match

Participation in Ownership Thinking program with profit sharing

Company-provided laptop

Paid time off starting from day one

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a full-charge bookkeeping or Controller role is preferred.
• Familiarity with small-business accounting is beneficial.
• Willingness to work extended hours during peak periods.

Responsibilities

• Oversee AR and AP activities including invoicing and payment preparation.
• Manage payroll bi-monthly and ensure compliance with tax filings.
• Prepare monthly close and ensure accurate financial reporting.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Clear communication

Drive for efficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

QuickBooks

Sage

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Controller

Controller

Business Machines Company is seeking a hands-on and detail-oriented Controller to oversee and directly manage the day-to-day financial operations of our organization. This role is not just about strategy and oversight, it's about doing the work. From paying vendors to managing payroll to preparing monthly close. This person plays a central role in ensuring our financial systems run smoothly and accurately.

We're looking for someone who aligns with our core values, thrives in a collaborative environment, and takes pride in doing things right the first time. If you're organized, proactive, and love keeping the books clean, we encourage you to apply.

Our Core Values

Do What's Right, Always

Integrity, honesty, and genuine care for people drive every decision.

"Whenever we have an opportunity, let us work for the good of all" - Galatians 6:10

Serve Others With Purpose

Deliver value by working together, intentionally using our gifts to serve and share knowledge.

"Serve one another with whatever gift each of you has received." - 1 Peter 4:10

Own It, Solve It

Take responsibility, figure things out, and deliver solutions that work. Understand your capabilities and follow through.

"Let us love, not in word or speech, but in truth and action." - 1 John 3:18

Relentless Improvement

Every day is an opportunity to get better, smarter, and stronger.

"Do not be conformed to this age, but be transformed by the renewing of the mind." - Romans 12:2

No Drama, Just Results

Focus on execution, respect, and real impact. Work well within a team and prioritize outcomes.

"Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their need." - Ephesians 4:29

A Day in the Life of Our Controller

You begin the day by reviewing the bank account and any positive pay discrepancies. You'll oversee AR by ensuring your team has dealt with sales orders, invoicing customers, and various deposits. Next, you'll turn to AP entering vendor and credit card invoices, reviewing statements, and preparing check runs with an eye on what should and shouldn't be paid.

You'll help with contract management, including billing, warranty setup, and preparation for monthly audits.

Payroll weeks bring their own rhythm: you'll process payroll bi-monthly, post entries to our ERP system, and handle taxes and benefits accurately. Each month, you'll take full ownership of the financial close process, reconciling accounts, making journal entries, adjusting for inventory and depreciation, and preparing monthly reporting packets by the 12th.

You're also responsible for compliance and year-end preparation in coordination with our external accounting firm, handling corporate tax filings and asset schedules for annual validation.

This is a full-time, Monday through Friday position (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM) with occasional extended hours during close or audit periods. You'll be working with a small team on most tasks, while collaborating with leadership and staff across all departments.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Receivable

• Manage all AR related activities including:
• Post checks and create daily deposits
• Enter and invoice sales orders; validate weekly
• Post ACH deposits (weekly) and credit card deposits (daily)
• Add finance charges and send monthly statements
  
  

Accounts Payable

• Enter vendor purchase orders, credit card invoices, and ACH payments
• Review and validate WEX and credit card statements
• Prepare bi-weekly payable runs and reconcile to vendor statements
  
  

Customer Service & Dispatch

• Handle walk-in payments and supply sales
• Answer calls and route them appropriately
• Understand employee roles to assist with dispatch as needed
• Generate service invoices daily
  
  

Contract Maintenance

• Manage third-party maintenance purchasing
• Complete contract audits by the 1st of each month
• Bill contracts by the 15th
• Set up warranty contracts within one week of sales order invoicing
  
  

Payroll & Compensation

• Process bi-monthly payroll and related taxes
• Administer 401K and incentive programs
• Post payroll entries and maintain employee records
• Complete all federal/state filings and insurance audits
  
  

Monthly Close & Financials

• Reconcile bank accounts, AR, and AP
• Post residuals, accruals, depreciation, and journal entries
• Perform monthly inventory and warranty adjustments
• Prepare and print monthly reports and close the period by the 12th
  
  

Corporate & Compliance

• File monthly sales and use taxes
• Prepare quarterly and annual corporate tax filings
• Submit annual corporate reports and maintain asset/depreciation schedules
• Lead year-end review with external accounting firm.
  
  

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary: $65,000 - $95,000, based on experience
• Company-provided laptop and access to necessary tools
• Medical and dental: 85% individual / 65% family premium coverage
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Paid holidays (New Year's Day, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day)
• 2 weeks PTO (including sick time), accrued from day one
• 401K with 3% match (after 1-year waiting period)
• Participation in Ownership Thinking program with 20% profit sharing
• A supportive team environment that values clarity, follow-through, and continuous improvement
  
  

What We're Looking For

Skills & Competencies

• Hands-on approach to financial operations
• Strong attention to detail and ability to self-audit
• Excellent time management and prioritization
• Clear and direct communication
• Driven to find efficiencies and improve processes
  
  

Preferred Experience

• 3+ years in a full-charge bookkeeping or Controller role
• Familiarity with small-business accounting
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting software (QuickBooks, Sage, or e-Automate preferred)
• Prior experience in technology, POS, or field service companies
  
  

Education & Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field preferred
• Clean driving record and valid driver's license
• Willingness to work extended hours during peak periods (e.g., month-end, year-end)
  
  

If you're looking for a role where you can own the numbers, directly impact the business, and be part of a values-driven team, we'd love to meet you.

Salary: $65000 - $95000 per year

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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