Controller

Addison Group; Schaumburg (IL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Profit sharing

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Addison Group has partnered with a multi-billion dollar global medical manufacturing company to place a Controller. This high-visibility leadership role will oversee the organization’s Accounting and Finance functions while partnering closely with executive leadership and international teams.

The position offers a hybrid work schedule in Schaumburg, IL with employees in office Tuesday–Thursday every other week.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience.
• Experience leading end-to-end accounting operations, close, and reporting.
• Strong U.S. GAAP knowledge; IFRS experience is a plus.
• Experience in global, matrixed organizations with international teams.
• SOX and internal controls experience; ability to drive process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end accounting function including monthly and quarterly close.
• Oversee accounts receivable, collections, invoicing, and cash application.
• Maintain SOX controls and compliance with corporate policies.
• Partner with executive leadership on financial results, risks, and strategy.
• Coordinate between U.S. operations, international teams, and shared services.
• Collaborate with FP&A on budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning.
• Establish and monitor key accounting metrics (DSO, close-cycle time).
• Lead process improvements and bring more accounting in-house.
• Develop and lead Accounting and Finance team.

Skills

Accounting leadership

GAAP knowledge

SOX controls

Executive presence

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

CPA certification preferred

Job description

Addison Group has partnered with a multi-billion dollar global medical manufacturing company to find a Controller. This highly visible leadership role will oversee the organization’s Accounting and Finance functions while partnering closely with executive leadership and international teams.

This position offers a hybrid work schedule in Schaumburg, IL with employees in office Tuesday–Thursday every other week.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the end-to-end accounting function, including monthly and quarterly close, financial reporting, account reconciliations, and accounting operations
• Oversee accounts receivable, including collections, invoicing, cash application, and related performance metrics
• Maintain a strong internal control environment and ensure compliance with SOX and corporate accounting policies
• Partner with executive leadership on financial results, key risks, business performance, and strategic initiatives
• Serve as a key liaison between U.S. operations, international teams, corporate headquarters, and shared-service functions
• Partner closely with FP&A on budgeting, forecasting, outlooks, and long-range planning
• Establish and monitor key accounting and AR metrics, including DSO, close-cycle time, invoice accuracy, and collections performance
• Lead process improvement initiatives to strengthen controls, increase efficiency, and transition additional accounting responsibilities in-house
• Develop and lead the Accounting and Finance team

Qualifications:

• 8+ years of progressive Accounting and Finance experience
• Strong experience leading end-to-end accounting operations, including financial close, AR, reporting, and internal controls
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and accounting policy; IFRS experience is a plus
• Experience working within a global, matrixed organization and partnering with international teams
• Strong SOX/internal controls experience
• Proven ability to lead process improvements and drive change within an accounting organization
• Strong executive presence with excellent communication, leadership, and presentation skills
• CPA preferred

Compensation:

• Annual LTI opportunity
• 401(k), profit sharing, and comprehensive benefits package