Part-Time Controller & Accountant for Small Business Growth

Nienhuis Financial Group, LLC; Grandville (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

Nienhuis Financial Group, LLC in Michigan seeks a part-time controller/accountant to manage cash flow, financial reporting, and close processes across client projects. The role requires accuracy, independence, and the ability to balance multiple clients.

You will review records, implement improvements, and provide actionable insights while leveraging accounting software and MS Office. CPA preferred; 10+ years experience; MBA a plus. May supervise a small team.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly proficient with accounting software, implementation, troubleshooting.
• Fully proficient in Microsoft Office with advanced computer skills and software savvy.
• Strong business acumen.
• Extensive knowledge of general financial accounting and cost accounting.
• Strong technical and inter-personal leadership.
• Understanding of, ability to adhere to, and ability to hold others responsible to generally accepted accounting principles.
• Excellent organizational skills, high degree of accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Exceptional project and time management skills.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities, projects, and clients.
• Able to work independently.
• Customer service orientation and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Support financial management, including cash flow tracking and financial reporting
• Provide controller-level services like book closure and oversight of accounting processes
• Review and reconcile records, catch and correct errors
• Recommend ways to improve accounting procedures and systems
• Evaluate and help implement accounting software tools
• Prepare and review financial statement and management reports
• Offer clear, actionable insights that help clients understand and use their financial data

Skills

Excellent communication

Leadership

Time management

Analytical thinking

Independent worker

Client service orientation

Education

BA in accounting or related field

10+ years accounting experience

2+ years supervisory or project lead experience

MBA or master’s in accounting

CPA preferred

Tools

Accounting software tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP/GL systems

Job description

Nienhuis Financial Group, LLC in Michigan seeks a part-time controller/accountant to manage cash flow, financial reporting, and close processes across client projects. The role requires accuracy, independence, and the ability to balance multiple clients.

You will review records, implement improvements, and provide actionable insights while leveraging accounting software and MS Office. CPA preferred; 10+ years experience; MBA a plus. May supervise a small team.