• Lemont, IL
  • $150,000 — $165,000

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Our client is a leading manufacturing organization looking to add a Controller to their Accounting team. This position will report directly to the Chief Financial Officer and oversee a team of 3 individuals. Our client has been around a while, they are a leader in their industry. They are a privately held organization, and 2026 is looking to be an exciting year!

  • Stable Industry and growing company (have doubled in revenue size) with another acquisition planned this year
  • Fun and engaging team – big on celebrations
  • Room for growth/right hand to CFO role

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONTROLLER:

  • The Controller will guide financial decisions by establishing, monitoring, and enforcing policies and procedures.
  • Establish, monitor, and enforce internal controls.
  • Monitor and confirm finances by coordinating audits; provide information to external auditors.
  • Direct preparation of reports which summarize and forecast company business activity and financial position for management and investors.
  • Achieve budget objectives by scheduling expenditures; analyzing variances; initiating corrective actions.
  • Prepare special reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
  • Maintain accounting staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, coaching and training employees.
  • Maintain professional and technical knowledge through educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
  • Protect operations by keeping financial information and plans confidential.
  • Maintain ERP system for the organization

EXPERIENCE PREFERRED FOR THE CONTROLLER ROLE:

  • BS in Accounting or Finance, Masters a Plus
  • CPA is a plus
  • Managerial experience
  • Internal controls
  • ERP Implementation

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salary range $140,000-$165,000

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