Controller

Controller - Grand Rapids, Michigan DISHER is partnering with a global foam cleaning equipment company in Grand Rapids, MI to fill their Controller position. This company designs and builds chemical management and application equipment, specializing in foam cleaning solutions such as foam, fog, spray, gel, and more. They provide customized solutions for a wide range of industries, ensuring that each application is tailored to meet specific cleaning needs and optimize efficiency. The Controller is a senior accounting leader responsible for ensuring accurate, compliant, and scalable accounting operations while actively developing a high-performing accounting team in a technology-enabled environment. This role partners closely with a fast-moving CFO/Chief of Staff and Director of Financial Planning & Analytics. The ideal candidate complements decisive leadership by bringing structure, execution, and technical depth—without slowing momentum or defaulting to outdated accounting practices. What It's like to work here: Founded in the 1980s after recognizing the need for effective, easy-to-use foaming equipment, this company has grown into a trusted leader in the foam cleaning industry. The team is dedicated to providing innovative, high-quality cleaning technologies that deliver both effective and efficient results, all while maintaining a focus on exceptional customer support. Every employee plays a key role in upholding the company’s commitment to excellence. The work environment fosters creativity and collaboration, encouraging everyone to contribute to the company’s mission of delivering outstanding products and services worldwide. As a part of this dynamic and growth-oriented company, you'll be joining a team that is passionate about advancing cleaning technologies and helping customers achieve their goals with the best equipment available. What you will get to do:

Lead, coach, and develop the accounting team with a focus on accountability, clarity, and modern skill development

Own accurate, timely monthly, quarterly, and annual closes using a continuous close approach

Ensure GAAP, tax, and audit compliance in a paperless, digital-first environment

Design and improve internal controls that are automated, scalable, and system-driven

Partner with leadership to translate fast-moving decisions into executable accounting actions

Oversee manufacturing accounting, including inventory, cost accounting, and variances

Drive accounting systems optimization, integrations, and process automation

Support global accounting readiness, including international sales, distributors, FX exposure, and future entities

Build and maintain scalable SOPs and close documentation using digital tools (not binders)

Model company's values and champion continuous improvement and innovation in finance

What will make you successful:

10+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, including Controller-level

Proven success in leadership roles

Strong GAAP, audit, and manufacturing accounting expertise

Demonstrated experience leading accounting teams in modern ERP environments

Hands-on involvement with systems implementations, integrations, or finance automation

Comfort operating in a paperless, technology-driven accounting function

Experience supporting continuous close or accelerated close environments preferred

Exposure to international operations or global sales strongly preferred

Curiosity and openness to AI-enabled finance tools and future applications