Part-Time Controller: Impactful Financial Leadership

Nienhuis Financial Group, LLC; Kalamazoo (MI); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

Nienhuis Financial Group, LLC is seeking an experienced controller/accountant for part-time work across diverse client projects, delivering reliable financial oversight and meaningful, flexible engagement for small businesses.

You will manage cash flow, financial reporting, and period closures, review records, improve procedures, and provide actionable insights while balancing multiple priorities and independent work.

Qualifications

• BA in accounting, business administration, or related field.
• 10+ years accounting experience.
• 2+ years supervisory or project lead experience.
• MBA or related field preferred.
• 2+ years client management experience preferred.
• CPA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide controller-level services including book closure and oversight of accounting processes.
• Support financial management across client projects, including cash flow tracking and financial reporting.
• Review and reconcile records; identify and correct errors.
• Recommend improvements to accounting procedures and systems.
• Evaluate and help implement accounting software tools.
• Prepare and review financial statements and management reports.
• Offer clear, actionable insights to help clients understand their financial data.
• Balance multiple priorities across various clients.
• Possess strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Ensure adherence to generally accepted accounting principles.

Skills

Communication skills

Accounting software proficiency

Microsoft Office

Business acumen

GAAP knowledge

Leadership

Time management

Detail orientation

Client management

Education

BA in accounting

MBA preferred

10+ years accounting experience

2+ years supervisory experience

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Nienhuis Financial Group, LLC is seeking an experienced controller/accountant for part-time work across diverse client projects, delivering reliable financial oversight and meaningful, flexible engagement for small businesses.

You will manage cash flow, financial reporting, and period closures, review records, improve procedures, and provide actionable insights while balancing multiple priorities and independent work.