Controller | Spring Lake, MI

Salary Range: $126,000 - $176,000 depending on experience

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for financial leadership and driving business performance? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We are collaborating with leading companies in Spring Lake seeking experienced 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 partner with manufacturers across Spring Lake 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 accounting operations, including GL, AR, AP, and cost accounting.
• Manage month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring timely and accurate 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 cost reduction.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to senior management to support strategic decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and other relevant financial regulations.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3 years in a manufacturing environment
• CPA certification highly preferred
• Strong understanding of GAAP and cost accounting principles
• Proven experience with ERP systems implementation and optimization
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor a team

Bonus Qualifications

• Additional certifications or training

Job Titles That Should Apply

Controller, VP Finance, Director of Finance, Financial Controller, Corporate Controller, Assistant Controller, Head of Finance, Finance Director

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.