Controller Allegan Area

Controller Allegan MI

Salary Range: $120000 - $169000 depending on experience

Are you a dedicated professional with a passion for financial leadership and driving business performance The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We partner with leading manufacturing companies in Allegan seeking experienced Controllers to strengthen their teams.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Allegan region seeking Controllers. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidatesnot just resumes. By joining our network you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of the month-end and year-end close processes and financial reporting.
• Develop implement and maintain robust cost accounting systems including standard costing and variance analysis.
• Lead the annual budgeting forecasting and long-range planning processes for manufacturing operations.
• Ensure accurate inventory valuation control and reconciliation.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements management reports and key performance indicators.
• Establish and enforce strong internal controls and ensure compliance with GAAP and regulatory requirements.
• Provide financial analysis and insights to support operational decision-making and cost reduction initiatives.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA or CMA certification preferred.
• 5 years of progressive accounting experience with at least 3 years in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven expertise in cost accounting inventory valuation and variance analysis specific to manufacturing operations.
• Strong proficiency with ERP systems (e.g. SAP Oracle) and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare accurate financial statements budgets forecasts and management reports.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Proficiency in advanced data visualization and business intelligence tools (e.g. Power BI Tableau).
• Demonstrated experience with multi-site or global manufacturing operations.
• Advanced cost modeling expertise (e.g. activity-based costing granular product line profitability analysis).

Job Titles That Should Apply

Controller Financial Controller Assistant Controller Director of Finance VP of Finance Accounting Manager Head of Accounting Finance Manager Chief Accountant Corporate Controller Accounting Director

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategicthey 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.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your searchmarket insights resume feedback and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.