Description We are looking for a Controller to lead accounting operations for an education-focused organization in Berrien Springs, Michigan. This position oversees financial accuracy, supports audit readiness, and helps maintain strong documentation practices across core accounting activities. The ideal candidate brings sound judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to guide a team while strengthening internal financial controls.

Responsibilities:

Direct daily accounting activities, ensuring financial records are complete, accurate, and aligned with organizational policies. Manage the general ledger process, including account review, reconciliations, and timely resolution of discrepancies. Oversee document control procedures by organizing, compiling, and maintaining financial records for easy retrieval and compliance purposes. Supervise document scanning workflows to help preserve important files and support efficient recordkeeping practices. Coordinate audit preparation efforts by gathering required materials, reviewing supporting documentation, and responding to auditor requests. Lead and develop accounting staff, setting priorities, monitoring performance, and promoting consistent execution of financial processes. Strengthen accounting controls by evaluating current practices and implementing improvements that reduce risk and improve accuracy. Requirements - Experience leading accounting operations in a Controller or similarly senior finance role. Strong working knowledge of general ledger management, reconciliations, and financial reporting fundamentals. Background supporting audits and preparing organized financial documentation for review. Ability to manage document control and scanning processes with a high level of accuracy and consistency. Experience supervising staff and guiding day-to-day work within an accounting function. Understanding of accounting controls and the ability to uphold compliance-focused procedures. Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail and recordkeeping discipline. Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .