Jobs
Controller
We’re partnering with an established West Michigan manufacturer looking for a hands-on Controller to lead its accounting and finance function.
Industry
Manufacturing
Salary
Shared at intake
About the company
An established West Michigan manufacturer based in Grand Rapids. Its accounting team works directly with senior leadership, and finance has a real voice in how the business runs.
The opportunity
This person will work directly with senior leadership, manage an established accounting team, and have a real voice in how the business operates.
They’re looking for someone who can handle the day-to-day accounting responsibilities while also spotting opportunities to improve reporting, systems, and processes.
Key responsibilities
Lead accounting and finance, including close, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash management, and internal controls
Oversee manufacturing and cost accounting
Lead and develop the accounting team
Provide insight into margins, profitability, working capital, and overall business performance
Partner with leadership on financial and operational decisions
Improve financial processes, reporting, and systems
Manage relationships with external accounting and financial partners
Ideal profile
Manufacturing accounting experience
Controller-level experience
Strong cost accounting knowledge
Experience leading and developing a team
Strong understanding of GAAP, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and controls
A history of improving processes
Someone who can think strategically and still stay close to the details
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
ESOP experience is highly preferred.
Previous international operations experience, ERP improvement experience, and a CPA or CMA would also be valuable.
This is a strong opportunity for an experienced Controller who wants more visibility, more influence, and room to grow into a broader finance leadership role.
The position is onsite in West Michigan, with reasonable flexibility when life happens.
Compensation & benefits
Competitive package, benchmarked to the market and the level of the seat. Full detail is shared at intake before you speak to the client.
How to apply
Three ways to start the conversation.
Send your résumé, book a call, or apply straight from the LinkedIn posting. Whichever route you pick, one person handles your application from first reply to offer.
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About NextPlay Jobs
We believe great recruiting is personal, not transactional. We spent 15 years inside LinkedIn building the tools recruiters use, then built the firm we wished existed. We connect high-performing people with companies where they can make the biggest impact, and one relationship manager stays with you from the first search to the tenth.
Jobs
Controller
We’re partnering with an established West Michigan manufacturer looking for a hands-on Controller to lead its accounting and finance function.
Industry
Manufacturing
Salary
Shared at intake
About the company
An established West Michigan manufacturer based in Grand Rapids. Its accounting team works directly with senior leadership, and finance has a real voice in how the business runs.
The opportunity
This person will work directly with senior leadership, manage an established accounting team, and have a real voice in how the business operates.
They’re looking for someone who can handle the day-to-day accounting responsibilities while also spotting opportunities to improve reporting, systems, and processes.
Key responsibilities
Lead accounting and finance, including close, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash management, and internal controls
Oversee manufacturing and cost accounting
Lead and develop the accounting team
Provide insight into margins, profitability, working capital, and overall business performance
Partner with leadership on financial and operational decisions
Improve financial processes, reporting, and systems
Manage relationships with external accounting and financial partners
Ideal profile
Manufacturing accounting experience
Controller-level experience
Strong cost accounting knowledge
Experience leading and developing a team
Strong understanding of GAAP, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and controls
A history of improving processes
Someone who can think strategically and still stay close to the details
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
ESOP experience is highly preferred.
Previous international operations experience, ERP improvement experience, and a CPA or CMA would also be valuable.
This is a strong opportunity for an experienced Controller who wants more visibility, more influence, and room to grow into a broader finance leadership role.
The position is onsite in West Michigan, with reasonable flexibility when life happens.
Compensation & benefits
Competitive package, benchmarked to the market and the level of the seat. Full detail is shared at intake before you speak to the client.
How to apply
Three ways to start the conversation.
Send your résumé, book a call, or apply straight from the LinkedIn posting. Whichever route you pick, one person handles your application from first reply to offer.
About NextPlay Jobs
We believe great recruiting is personal, not transactional. We spent 15 years inside LinkedIn building the tools recruiters use, then built the firm we wished existed. We connect high-performing people with companies where they can make the biggest impact, and one relationship manager stays with you from the first search to the tenth.
Jobs
Controller
We’re partnering with an established West Michigan manufacturer looking for a hands-on Controller to lead its accounting and finance function.
Industry
Manufacturing
Salary
Shared at intake
About the company
An established West Michigan manufacturer based in Grand Rapids. Its accounting team works directly with senior leadership, and finance has a real voice in how the business runs.
The opportunity
This person will work directly with senior leadership, manage an established accounting team, and have a real voice in how the business operates.
They’re looking for someone who can handle the day-to-day accounting responsibilities while also spotting opportunities to improve reporting, systems, and processes.
Key responsibilities
Lead accounting and finance, including close, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash management, and internal controls
Oversee manufacturing and cost accounting
Lead and develop the accounting team
Provide insight into margins, profitability, working capital, and overall business performance
Partner with leadership on financial and operational decisions
Improve financial processes, reporting, and systems
Manage relationships with external accounting and financial partners
Ideal profile
Manufacturing accounting experience
Controller-level experience
Strong cost accounting knowledge
Experience leading and developing a team
Strong understanding of GAAP, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and controls
A history of improving processes
Someone who can think strategically and still stay close to the details
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
ESOP experience is highly preferred.
Previous international operations experience, ERP improvement experience, and a CPA or CMA would also be valuable.
This is a strong opportunity for an experienced Controller who wants more visibility, more influence, and room to grow into a broader finance leadership role.
The position is onsite in West Michigan, with reasonable flexibility when life happens.
Compensation & benefits
Competitive package, benchmarked to the market and the level of the seat. Full detail is shared at intake before you speak to the client.
How to apply
Three ways to start the conversation.
Send your résumé, book a call, or apply straight from the LinkedIn posting. Whichever route you pick, one person handles your application from first reply to offer.
About NextPlay Jobs
We believe great recruiting is personal, not transactional. We spent 15 years inside LinkedIn building the tools recruiters use, then built the firm we wished existed. We connect high-performing people with companies where they can make the biggest impact, and one relationship manager stays with you from the first search to the tenth.