Do you enjoy seeing creative and custom built product come to life in your community? At Valley City Sign, we believe in delivering high-quality, creative solutions while working together to create a positive and supportive atmosphere for all our employees. If you are a seasoned accounting professional with a commitment to excellence, and you want to make an impact within a company that values our team members, we'd love to talk to you.

Valley City Sign is an equal-opportunity employer. Join us and be a part of a team that values culture, teamwork, innovation, and personal growth!

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WHAT DO WE DO?
As a premier west Michigan-based sign company, we build all types of Signs! We use aluminum, steel, plastics, paints, and all substrates to create our products. Our customers include banks, car washes, municipalities, large corporations, hospitals, schools and universities, casinos, sports teams, and many local businesses. 
 
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Responsible for all financial operations, including budgeting, reporting and forecasting; account reconciliation and analysis; daily cash management; credit and collections.

• Identify trends, variances and opportunities for improvement.

• Maintain accounting and financial records in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.

• Prepare and analyze monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements, and other reports as needed.

• Inventory management, including accuracy of records, inventory level optimization and physical inventories

• Oversee General Ledger, Purchasing, Payroll and Timekeeping, Billing, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable and Inventory functions.

• Directly manage 3-5 employees across accounting, purchasing and office administration

• Coordinate the accurate and timely completion of Federal and State reporting requirements, including income, property, sales and use, payroll and other local taxes, and other reports as required.

• Prepare year-end adjustments and work papers; coordinate with outside CPA for annual compilation statements and tax returns.

• Develop and maintain adequate internal controls to safeguard company assets

• Involved in review, selection and implementation of 401(k), health insurance and other employee benefits, and oversee day-to-day administration of the programs.

• Involved in review, selection and implementation of company’s general insurance program, including general, auto, work comp and other specialty policies, and oversee claims management.

• Monitor and maintain compliance with governmental regulations for employee relations.

• Develop, communicate and monitor compliance with company’s policies and procedures

• Support company’s overall IT infrastructure.

• Review customer contracts, purchase orders and bid documents for executive signature.

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CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Analytical – highly detail-oriented with excellent analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex financial data effectively

• Strong Communicator - strong written and verbal communication skills, with a professional and personable approach

• Multi-Tasking Maven – thrive in a fast-paced environment while juggling multiple projects and priorities

• Organizational Skills – demonstrated ability to stay organized, balancing individual needs with the needs of others

• Problem Solver – proactively identify challenges and collaborate with others to develop solutions

• Collaborative Team Member: Positive attitude and commitment to supporting the success of the entire team.

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EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, & EMPLOYMENT CONSIDERATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree with emphasis in Accounting and Business; CPA or CMA certification a plus

• 5+ years’ experience as Controller or Assistant Controller, preferably within a manufacturing or related industry

• 2+ years’ management experience

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices

• Demonstrated experience in budgeting, forecasting, analysis and reporting

• Experience in setting up, maintaining, and operating multiple computer systems

• Strong leadership and team management skills

• Ability to see the big picture without losing sight of the details

• Enjoy competitive compensation, a comprehensive health benefits package, profit sharing retirement plan, a flexible schedule, paid vacation time, and company-paid holidays among other perks.

 

BENEFITS:

• 401(k)

• Dental insurance

• Employee discount

• Flexible schedule

• Health insurance

• Health savings account

• Paid time off

• Profit sharing

• Referral program

• Retirement plan

• Travel reimbursement

• Vision insurance

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ABOUT US

At Valley City Sign, we enjoy serving as a full-service sign company and an industry leader for over 75 years. We are a growth-minded and values-driven company dedicated to fostering a positive and productive environment. If you appreciate a hard-working, fun, and fast-paced culture, we are looking for an exceptional person to do amazing things with our team. The variety, creativity, and technical nature of our signage projects make this an engaging, educational, and exciting place to work!