Manufacturing Controller: Lead Financial Performance

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

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.