Controller - Cadillac Area

Salary Range: $123,000 - $172,000 depending on experience

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for financial leadership and driving business performance? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We are collaborating with leading companies in Cadillac seeking experienced Controllers.

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Cadillac 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.

• Oversee all financial accounting, reporting, and general ledger operations, ensuring compliance with GAAP.
• Lead the annual budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning processes for the manufacturing facility.
• Develop, implement, and maintain robust cost accounting systems, analyzing manufacturing variances and product profitability.
• Establish and enforce strong internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure data accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Manage cash flow, working capital, and fixed asset accounting, optimizing financial resources.
• Coordinate and support the annual external audit process, serving as the primary liaison with auditors.
• Provide insightful financial analysis and strategic recommendations to support operational decision-making and drive continuous improvement.

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA or CMA certification strongly preferred.
• 7+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role within a manufacturing environment.
• Deep expertise in cost accounting, inventory valuation, variance analysis, and standard costing methodologies.
• Proven proficiency with large ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced Excel for financial modeling and analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor, and develop an accounting team, fostering a culture of accuracy and continuous improvement.

• Experience with ERP system implementation or significant optimization projects within a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated understanding of Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma principles and their application to cost control.
• Advanced proficiency in business intelligence and data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) for enhanced financial analysis.
• Prior experience with M&A due diligence and post-acquisition financial integration.

Controller, Financial Controller, Corporate Controller, Assistant Controller, Director of Accounting, Accounting Manager, Comptroller

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.