Controller – Allegan Area

The Pivot Group Careers; Allegan (MI); On-site; USD 122,000 - 171,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Michigan is recruiting Controllers for Allegan area manufacturing companies. This role leads accounting, close processes, and financial reporting across the business unit.

Salary ranges from $122,000 to $171,000 annually, with emphasis on cost control, internal controls, and strategic finance leadership. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship and bring CPA/CMA or equivalent credentials.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
• Seven or more years of accounting experience in manufacturing.
• CPA or CMA certification.
• Strong cost accounting and standard costing knowledge.
• Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting software.
• Proven record supervising an accounting team.

Responsibilities

• Supervise accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll staff.
• Monitor cash flow and working capital.
• Maintain internal controls and compliance with accounting standards.
• Report financial results to ownership or executive leadership.
• Oversee the monthly close and prepare financial statements.
• Manage cost accounting and inventory valuation.
• Lead annual budgeting and quarterly forecasts.
• Coordinate external audits and tax filings.

Skills

Cost accounting

Standard costing

ERP systems

Financial reporting

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

CPA or CMA certification

MBA or advanced finance degree

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Microsoft Dynamics

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

Job Description:

Controller | Allegan, MI

Salary Range: $122,000 – $171,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional with a passion for financial leadership and driving business performance? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We collaborate with companies in the Allegan area seeking experienced Controllers.

We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan’s manufacturing regions. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

This posting covers Controller opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Allegan in Allegan County, within about 45 minutes of the city.

The Opportunity

We partner with organizations in the Allegan area that seek Controllers. These companies are committed to building strong teams and look for professionals who can lead initiatives effectively. By connecting with The Pivot Group Network, you position yourself for roles that match your background and aspirations.

Usual Responsibilities

• Supervise accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll staff.
• Monitor cash flow and working capital.
• Maintain internal controls and compliance with accounting standards.
• Report financial results to ownership or executive leadership.
• Oversee the monthly close and prepare financial statements.
• Manage cost accounting and inventory valuation.
• Lead annual budgeting and quarterly forecasts.
• Coordinate external audits and tax filings.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.
• Seven or more years of accounting experience in manufacturing.
• CPA or CMA certification.
• Strong cost accounting and standard costing knowledge.
• Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting software.
• Proven record supervising an accounting team.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement.
• Multi-site or multi-entity consolidation experience.
• Familiarity with transfer pricing or intercompany accounting.
• MBA or advanced finance degree.
• Public accounting experience.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Director of Finance, Senior Accounting Manager, Business Unit Controller, Financial Controller, Plant Controller, Corporate Controller, Assistant Controller, Accounting Manager, Finance Manager, Cost Accounting Manager

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who’ve been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic – they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

Required Skills:

Resume Data Offers Dynamics Support Driving Variance Analysis Microsoft Dynamics Operations General Ledger Analysis ERP Visualization Compliance Data Integrity Salary Internal Controls Hiring Partnerships Recruiting Tax Compensation Decision-Making Data Visualization Financial Statements Financial Reporting SAP Manufacturing Tableau Payroll Regulations Power BI Oracle Preparation Accounting Finance Business Leadership

Salary Package:

$ 122,000.00 – 171,000.00 (US Dollar)