Controller - Allendale Area

Controller | Allendale, MI

Salary Range: $124,000 - $173,000 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 Allendale, seeking experienced Controllers to strengthen their teams.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across Allendale seeking Controllers who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all financial reporting activities, including monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, ensuring GAAP compliance.
• Manage the budgeting and forecasting process, working with department heads to develop accurate financial plans and projections.
• Implement and maintain robust cost accounting systems to track production costs, analyze variances, and support pricing decisions.
• Manage inventory valuation and control processes, including cycle counts, physical inventories, and obsolescence reserves.
• Develop and enforce internal controls to safeguard company assets, ensure data integrity, and mitigate financial risks.
• Analyze financial performance against budgets and forecasts, providing insights and recommendations to senior management for operational improvements.
• Oversee cash flow management and forecasting to ensure optimal liquidity and working capital utilization.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA or CMA certification highly preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in accounting or finance roles, with significant experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Deep expertise in cost accounting, inventory valuation, and variance analysis specific to manufacturing operations.
• Proven ability to manage financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and internal controls.
• Strong proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics) and advanced Excel skills.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in building and managing high-performing finance teams.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with specific manufacturing ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Epicor).
• Lean manufacturing or Six Sigma certification/experience.
• Proficiency in data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
• Experience with international operations and multi-currency accounting.
• Involvement in M&A due diligence and integration activities.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Controller, Financial Controller, Assistant Controller, Corporate Controller, Director of Finance, Head of Finance, Accounting Manager

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group 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.

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 search—market 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.