Michael Hanson
Kalamazoo
Summary
Accomplished Site Controller with a proven track record at DFA - Country Fresh Grand Rapids, enhancing employee engagement and financial integrity across multiple locations. Expert in ERP systems and project accounting, I excel in leading financial projects to successful completion, significantly improving operational efficiency. My interpersonal communication skills complement my technical expertise, driving cross-functional team collaboration and financial strategy alignment.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Site Controller
DFA - Country Fresh Grand Rapids
05.2021 - Current
- Supported 6 plant locations, currently 2 locations
- Increased employee engagement through regular communication, feedback, and recognition initiatives.
- Prepared balance sheets and income statements.
- Completed journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis.
- Supervised accurate, efficient, and compliant completion of monthly financial reporting packages.
- Accurately completed financial statement audits and thoroughly reviewed results.
- Managed and participated in financial and operations projects from inception to completion, consistently meeting or exceeding established deadlines and budgets.
- Managed the Federal Milk Market relationship for Grand Rapids and Jilbert Dairy.
Business Finance Manager
Dean Foods
05.2009 - 05.2021
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize resource allocation and ensure alignment with financial objectives.
- Conducted regular reviews of internal controls and risk management strategies to maintain a strong financial infrastructure.
- Prepared internal and regulatory financial reports, balance sheets and income statements.
- Supported financial director with special projects and additional job duties.
- Supported 6 business units for Dean Foods.
- Managed start up and shut down projects for the Ohio, Flint, Livonia, Lansing plant locations.
Controller
Dean Foods
09.2000 - 05.2009
Controller/Data Processing Manager
ICMPA/DFA
01.1984 - 09.2000
Education
Bachelor of Science - Management/Finance
Davenport University
Grand Rapids, MIAssociate of Science - Accounting/Information Systems
Davenport University
Grand Rapids, MISkills
- ERP systems expertise
- Project accounting
- Interpersonal communication
- General ledger accounting
- Cost accounting
- Financial planning
Accomplishments
Completed Dale Carnegie Training
First Responder certified
Timeline
Site Controller
DFA - Country Fresh Grand Rapids
05.2021 - Current
Business Finance Manager
Dean Foods
05.2009 - 05.2021
Controller
Dean Foods
09.2000 - 05.2009
Controller/Data Processing Manager
ICMPA/DFA
01.1984 - 09.2000
Bachelor of Science - Management/Finance
Davenport University
Associate of Science - Accounting/Information Systems
Davenport University
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