At Goodwill Industries of Central Michigan's Heartland, our mission is simple: Changing Lives Through the Power of Work. Every financial decision we make supports employment opportunities, workforce development, and life-changing programs throughout our communities.
We are seeking an experienced Financial Controller to lead our accounting operations and serve as a key strategic partner to our Chief Financial Officer. This is an exceptional opportunity for a CPA who enjoys balancing hands-on accounting leadership with process improvement, compliance, and organizational strategy.
If you're looking for a role where your expertise directly supports a mission-driven organization while leading a talented accounting team, we'd love to hear from you.
As our Financial Controller, you will:
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Lead and develop the Accounting Department
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Oversee all accounting operations, including:
- General Ledger
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Accounts Payable
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Accounts Receivable
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Payroll
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Cash Management
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Bank Reconciliations
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Month-end and year-end close
- Prepare accurate and timely financial statements, budgets, forecasts, and management reports
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Partner with department leaders to monitor budgets and recommend cost-control strategies
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Manage the organization's annual audit process
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Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local tax reporting requirements
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Maintain strong internal controls and sound accounting practices
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Oversee the organization's ERP system and accounting processes
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Review insurance coverage and help mitigate organizational risk
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Support financial oversight of federal contracts and grants
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Perform and oversee 401(k) audit activities and Form 5500 filing
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Identify financial trends and provide recommendations to the CFO
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Lead continuous improvement initiatives within the accounting function
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field
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Current CPA license (Required)
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10+ years of progressive accounting experience
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5+ years of leadership or supervisory experience
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Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, auditing, and internal controls
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Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
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Exceptional attention to detail
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Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
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Strong communication and leadership skills
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Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
- Experience with Microsoft Dynamics Business Central or similar ERP systems
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Experience in nonprofit accounting, government contracts, grants, or multi-location organizations
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Experience leading process improvement and system implementations
At Goodwill Industries of Central Michigan's Heartland, you'll join an organization where financial excellence directly supports our mission of helping individuals build brighter futures through employment and workforce development.
We offer:
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Meaningful, mission-driven work
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Collaborative executive leadership team
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Opportunities to improve systems and processes
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Professional development opportunities
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Comprehensive benefits package
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Retirement plan
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Paid Time Off and holidays
This position is based primarily at our Corporate Office in Battle Creek, Michigan. Occasional travel may be required for meetings or training.
If you're an experienced accounting leader who enjoys building strong financial operations while supporting a mission that changes lives, we encourage you to apply.
Join Goodwill Industries of Central Michigan's Heartland and help us continue Changing Lives Through the Power of Work.
