Controller | Battle Creek, MI

Salary Range: $124,000 - $174,000 depending on experience

Are you a forward-thinking professional with a passion for financial leadership and driving business performance? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in Battle Creek seeking skilled Controllers.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. 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.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Battle Creek region seeking Controllers. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all accounting operations, including GL, AR, AP, and cost accounting.
• Manage the month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Develop and maintain robust internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure data integrity.
• Lead the annual budgeting and forecasting processes, collaborating with department heads.
• Analyze manufacturing costs, variances, and profitability to identify areas for improvement and efficiency.
• Prepare detailed financial statements, reports, and analyses for management and external stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, tax regulations, and other relevant financial standards.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA certification or actively pursuing.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3 years in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and cost accounting principles.
• Proficiency with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and advanced Excel skills.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with ERP system implementation or optimization.
• CPA license or CMA certification.
• Lean manufacturing or Six Sigma experience.
• Experience with multi-site operations.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Controller, Financial Controller, VP of Finance, Director of Finance, Head of Finance, Chief Accounting Officer, Corporate Controller, Assistant Controller, Senior Controller

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.

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 at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network 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.