Assistant Controller

Institute of Management Accountants; Oak Park (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Institute of Management Accountants in Oak Park, IL seeks an Assistant Controller to partner with executive leadership and shape a best-in-class finance function. The role oversees accounting, close processes, budgeting, and internal controls in a high-visibility, growth-focused industrial organization.

The position offers exposure to global teams, mentoring of a finance team, and opportunities to modernize systems and processes. A CPA and 10+ years of experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience with leadership responsibility.
• Manufacturing or industrial industry experience required; Great Plains experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead accounting, financial reporting, and cash management functions.
• Own month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning initiatives.
• Partner with leadership to drive strategic decisions and performance improvements.
• Manage ERP systems (Great Plains) and optimize financial workflows.
• Oversee audits, compliance, and internal controls.

Skills

Financial reporting

Cash management

Leadership

Accounting

Manufacturing experience

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA strongly preferred

Tools

Great Plains

Job description

Ready to step into a high-visibility Assistant Controller role where you can influence strategy and build a best-in-class finance function? This is a career-defining opportunity to partner directly with leadership in a growing industrial organization. Assistant Controller

Salary

120,000-140,000 + Bonus

Why This Opportunity Stands Out:

• Direct partnership with executive leadership, giving you a true seat at the table
• High-impact role with the ability to shape financial strategy and operational performance
• Opportunity to drive process improvements and modernize systems
• Blend of strategic leadership and hands‑on execution-no siloed responsibilities
• Exposure to global teams and corporate leadership, expanding your influence and network
• Ability to build, mentor, and scale a high-performing finance team
• Stable, well-established business with continued growth trajectory
• Strong operational footprint where finance plays a critical role in business success

Key Responsibilities for the Assistant Controller:

• Lead accounting, financial reporting, and cash management functions
• Own month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring accuracy and efficiency
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning initiatives
• Partner with leadership to drive strategic decisions and performance improvements
• Manage ERP systems (Great Plaines) and optimize financial workflows
• Oversee audits, compliance, and internal controls

Qualifications for the Assistant Controller:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA strongly preferred)
• 10+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience with leadership responsibility
• Manufacturing or industrial industry experience requiredGreat Plaines Experience