CPA/Senior Corporate Controller at Legend Manufacturing Inc – St. Johns, Michigan

Description:

We are seeking a CPA/Senior Corporate Controller to support the financial operations of a controlled group of operating companies and related entities. This is a high-impact role responsible for hands-on accounting executing, cash management, compliance and financial oversight across multiple entities.

The position works closely with ownership, business unit leaders, and our external CPA firm and legal counsel. This role is ideal for an experienced controller who enjoys both operational accounting and strategic collaboration, and who is comfortable working in a multi-entity environment. Requirements:

Accounting & Financial Operations

• Oversee and perform daily/monthly accounting activities for approximately 11 operating entities and 30 related LLCs.
• Enter and review daily sales transactions for designated entities.
• Prepare and post recurring and non-recurring journal entries.
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations for all entities.
• Review transactional activity for assigned business units and provide recommendations to management.
• Manage credit card transactions and postings within QuickBooks.
• Handle intercompany transactions, bank transfers, and owner distributions.

Cash Management & Disbursements

• Execute and oversee daily ACH payments.
• Approve and manage bank ACH and wire transfers.
• Pay vendor invoices, including benefit-related payments.
• Maintain strong internal controls over cash and disbursements.

Payroll & Employee Related Accounting

• Process payroll for designated entities, including employee setup and maintenance.
• Manage payroll-related payments, including online funding of HSA's.
• Coordinate payroll audits and respond to inquiries as needed.

Tax Compliance & Regulatory Filings

• Prepare, file and arrange payments for required tax and compliance filings, including IRS Forms 8300 & 720, Michigan Form 5081 and I099's.
• Pay sales tax for applicable entities.
• Prepare and file personal property tax statements.
• Prepare and file Michigan Annual Reports and LARA compliance filings for approximately 30 LLCs.
• Organize and coordinate audits (payroll, DOL, Sales and Use Tax).
• Manage and respond to government correspondence.