Assistant Controller - Financial Reporting

You want to love what you do and love where you work. Gentex gives you the best of both worlds. A global technology company headquartered in Zeeland, Michigan, Gentex is an 8-time winner of the Top Workplaces in Michigan.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Controller I will provide high-level support to the Vice President of Accounting for the management of Gentex’s accounting and financial activities with responsibilities focused one of the following functional areas: General Accounting, Operations, or Financial Reporting.

This is an onsite position located in Holland, MI. It is not open to hybrid or remote work at this time.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Oversee designated functional area to develop and execute strategies to ensure accuracy. 

• Assist in the preparation and review of financial statements in compliance with official guidelines and requirements.

• Review and monitor designated functional area accounts and reconciliations.

• Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.

• Assist in the development and preparation of budgets and forecasts.

• Participate in preparation for the annual audit.

• Develop reports for management and regulatory bodies based on functional area of responsibility.

• Review the company’s accounting information to identify and resolve inaccuracies or imbalances.

• Utilize accounting IT system to facilitate processes and maintain records.

• Other duties as assigned.

HOW YOU’LL DO IT

• Building Collaborative Relationships - Developing, maintaining, and strengthening partnerships with others inside or outside the organization.

• Analytical Thinking - Tackling a problem by using a logical, systematic, and sequential approach.

• Attention to Detail - Ensuring information is complete and accurate; following up with others to ensure that agreements and commitments have been fulfilled.

• Building Teams - Working with staff to strengthen the team. Leading by example and going beyond the expected to ensure the success of all involved.

• Maintaining high level of honesty, integrity, and confidentiality with respect to company matters.

• Complying with all Company policies and procedures, safety regulations, company safety policies and safely perform all duties, including but not limited to, promoting a safe workplace.   

WHAT TO BRING

• 4-year degree in Accounting, Business Administration, or other related field.

• At least 5 years of experience as a Senior Account, Assistant Controller, or equivalent role.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

• 1-3 years of Leadership experience.

WHAT WILL HELP

• Master’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration.

• Professional certification (e.g., CPA)

• Advanced Excel skills.

Gentex is an equal opportunity employer

Gentex extends equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees regardless of an individual’s race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), disability, marital status, military service, height, weight, genetic information, or any other reason protected by law.

Assistance

Gentex is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. For accommodation requests, email us at recruiting@gentex.com. Gentex will not discriminate against any qualified individual who can perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

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