Controller

Charles Industries, An Amphenol Company; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 220,000 - 245,000; Full time

Job summary

Charles Industries, An Amphenol Company in Schaumburg, IL, seeks a Controller to lead accounting, IT, and finance. The role oversees financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cost management, internal controls, and compliance, while guiding business systems and data analytics.

Emphasis on AI adoption, ERP oversight, and governance will support strategic decisions. Requirements include 10+ years in accounting/finance with at least 5 years in leadership, manufacturing costing expertise, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Manufacturing experience with cost accounting, inventory valuation, and standard costing.
• Expert knowledge of US GAAP and internal controls (SOX).
• Experience reporting to a public company or multinational parent with a fixed close and forecast calendar.
• Microsoft Office proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual close under US GAAP and Amphenol reporting requirements.
• Oversee and deliver financial reporting to Amphenol Corporate, the group and the business unit.
• Develop and present monthly business review packages with insights and analysis.
• Lead monthly forecasting, annual budgeting, and long-range strategic planning processes.
• Lead customer and market segment reporting to support strategic decision-making.
• Model capital, restructuring, and footprint decisions with ROI analysis and capital project approvals.
• Ensure SOX, COSO controls and Amphenol financial policies are followed.
• Prepare financial information and supporting documentation for tax filings.
• Manage audits including internal and external financial audits, sales & use tax, income, and inquiries into revenue recognition, lease accounting, and intercompany transactions.
• Oversee trade compliance & ESG environments including filings and information governance.
• Set IT and BI strategy, ERP development oversight, and steering-committee reporting.
• Champion company-wide AI adoption including governance and ROI calculations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Analytical thinking

Data-driven decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

CPA or CMA (preferred)

MBA or advanced finance degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

About The Job

The Controller is responsible for leading the accounting, IT, and finance functions. This individual will oversee financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cost management, internal controls, and compliance while providing clear, fact-based insights that support operational and strategic decision-making. The role will also provide leadership in business systems, data analytics, and the adoption of emerging technologies, including AI, to improve organizational effectiveness.

About The Job

The Controller is responsible for leading the accounting, IT, and finance functions. This individual will oversee financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cost management, internal controls, and compliance while providing clear, fact-based insights that support operational and strategic decision-making. The role will also provide leadership in business systems, data analytics, and the adoption of emerging technologies, including AI, to improve organizational effectiveness.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This position has supervisory responsibilities.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Deliver an accurate, on-time monthly, quarterly, and annual close under US GAAP and Amphenol reporting requirements.
• Oversee and deliver financial reporting to Amphenol Corporate, the group and the business unit.
• Develop and present the monthly business review packages with insights and analysis.
• Lead the monthly forecasting, annual budgeting, and long-range strategic planning processes for the business unit.
• Lead customer and market segment reporting to support strategic decision-making.
• Model capital, restructuring, and footprint decisions, including payback/ROI analysis and capital project approval.
• Ensure compliance with SOX, COSO controls and Amphenol financial policies.
• Prepare financial information and supporting documentation for tax filings
• Manage all forms of audits including both internal and external financial audits, sales & use tax, income and inquiries into revenue recognition, lease accounting, and intercompany transactions.
• Oversee the trade compliance & ESG environments including filings and the information environment.
• Set IT and BI strategy, including ERP development oversight and steering-committee leadership and reporting.
• Champion company-wide AI adoption including governance, center of excellence, ROI calculation, and approval of AI implementation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Excellent communication skills.
• Excellent leadership, influencing, and negotiation skills.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills and ability to handle multiple projects.
• Skilled at navigating through ambiguity and leading teams and organizations through change.
• Excellent business acumen and analytical skills with the ability to use and analyze data to drive informed decisions, problem-solve complex issues, and leverage data and learnings to drive continuous improvement.

Education And Experience

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership role managing managers.
• Manufacturing experience, with a strong command of cost accounting, inventory valuation, and standard costing.
• Expert knowledge of US GAAP and internal controls (SOX or equivalent).
• Experience reporting to a public-company or multinational parent on a fixed close and forecast calendar.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).

Preferred

• CPA, CMA, or equivalent professional certification.
• MBA or advanced degree in Finance or Business.
• Oversight of IT, business systems, or BI functions.
• Experience with trade compliance, customs, or cross-border operations (e.g., Mexico).
• M&A integration, restructuring, or plant consolidation experience.
• ERP implementation leadership.
• Experience applying automation or AI to finance processes.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described are representative of those that an employee must successfully perform. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Employees must regularly lift and/or move up to 15 pounds.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential job functions.

• Employees regularly work in an office environment.

The pay range for this position is $220,000-$245,000 annually. The base pay offered may vary depending on the position offered, geographic location, education, training, and/or experience.

At Amphenol Charles Industries, you will have the opportunity to build a career in a workplace that fosters collaboration, creativity, and personal growth. We empower our employees to take ownership of their work and make a meaningful impact. We strive to create a positive and rewarding workplace culture that inspires our team to do their best and become the best version of you. Amphenol Charles Industries offers competitive wage and benefits.

The candidate must be able to legally work in the United States; we are unable to provide sponsorship.