Senior Accountant & Controller for Multi-Company Growth

Shiawassee Economic Development Partnership; Michigan; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance: 100% employer-paid

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Additional company benefits

Job summary

Great Lakes Family of Companies is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant / Controller to join our growing team in Michigan. The role involves hands-on financial operations across multiple businesses, with ownership of day-to-day accounting and intercompany activity.

Ideal candidates have multi‑company accounting experience, proficiency in QuickBooks, and a degree in accounting or finance (or substantial relevant experience). You will help build strong financial systems as we grow.

Qualifications

• Experience with multi‑company accounting and QuickBooks is strongly preferred.
• A degree in accounting or finance is preferred, but significant relevant experience may substitute for a degree.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review financial statements, P&Ls, and balance sheets.
• Manage banking, cash flow, and ACH transactions.
• Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Manage intercompany transactions and reconciliations.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
• Manage month, quarter, and year-end processes.
• Gather and prepare information for outside tax consultants.
• Support and oversee accounting team members.
• Assist ownership and management with financial reporting, job costing, and bidding.
• Help improve accounting procedures, controls, and processes.

Skills

Multi‑company accounting

Accounting experience

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Education

Accounting or Finance degree

Tools

QuickBooks

Job description

Great Lakes Family of Companies is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant / Controller to join our growing team in Michigan. The role involves hands-on financial operations across multiple businesses, with ownership of day-to-day accounting and intercompany activity.

Ideal candidates have multi‑company accounting experience, proficiency in QuickBooks, and a degree in accounting or finance (or substantial relevant experience). You will help build strong financial systems as we grow.