Fractional CFO/Controller (Small Business) Kalamazoo Area

Nienhuis Financial Group, LLC; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Nienhuis Financial Group, LLC is seeking a skilled Fractional CFO/Controller for small businesses in Kalamazoo, MI. You will deliver financials, lead a 3-5 person team, and ensure compliant accounting practices while building long-term client relationships.

The role emphasizes strong communication, business acumen, and proficiency with accounting software to support Not-For-Profit and For-Profit clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or related field required.
• 10+ years accounting experience preferred.
• 2+ years supervisory or project lead experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide financial statements and controller services to clients.
• Ensure compliance with accounting principles and standards.
• Lead a team of 3-5 employees and mentor staff.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.

Education

BA in accounting

MBA preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

QuickBooks Online

Canopy

Gusto

Google Suite

Zoom

TSheets

Divvy

Bill.com

Job description

Nienhuis Financial Group is a rapidly growing accounting firm committed to delivering excellence in fractional and managerial accounting services. Our client base includes private companies with between $1-75M in revenue, varies in industry, and includes Not-For-Profit and For Profit. With a dedicated team and a strong focus on communication, accuracy and timeliness, we strive to exceed client expectations. As we continue to expand, we are seeking a skilled Fractional CFO/Controller focused on small business to build and maintain relationships with clients, provide financials, controller services and ensure compliance with accounting principles. This position will manage a team of 3-5 employees.

To be successful for this role, you will have:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong business acumen
• Extensive knowledge of general financial accounting and cost accounting
• Strong technical and inter-personal leadership
• Ability to lead teams including coaching, delegation, and performance management
• Highly proficient with accounting software

Education and/or Experience

• BA in accounting, business administration, business management, or other related field
• 10+ years accounting experience

2+ years supervisory or project lead experience

Preferred Education and/or Experience

• MBA or master’s in accounting, or other related field
• 2+ years client management experience

Helpful Software Experience

• Microsoft Outlook Email, Calendar, Teams, Excel, Multifactor Authentication; VPN/Terminal Server, QuickBooks Online, LastPass, Zoom, Canopy, OneDrive, Google Suite, Chrome, Adobe DC, VoIP/3CX, SafeSend, BambooHR, TSheets, Documo, Divvy, Bill.com, Fathom, Gusto.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

CPA preferred

Supervisory Responsibilities

May or may not supervise a small team

Full time

Salaried, Exempt