Controller

IFG US; Wood Dale (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

IFG US is seeking an experienced Controller to lead accounting across multiple entities and support strategic finance initiatives. This hands-on role reports to the VP of Finance and focuses on modernizing processes, strengthening internal controls, and mentoring the accounting team.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in accounting/finance, strong GAAP knowledge, and manufacturing experience with costing. CPA is a plus, and the role requires a proven ability to balance strategic thinking with

Qualifications

• Ten or more years of progressive accounting or finance experience.
• At least three years managing accounting personnel.
• Experience in manufacturing, inventory costing a plus.
• Experience overseeing accounting for multiple entities or business units.
• Proficiency with Excel and QuickBooks; ERP systems beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full accounting cycle for multiple entities.
• Direct month-end and year-end close, journal entries, reconciliations, and reporting.
• Manage general ledger and ensure GAAP compliance.
• Supervise AP, AR, payroll coordination, and fixed assets.
• Maintain inventory valuation and product costing with operations.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and analyze performance and variances.
• Lead annual budgeting and assist with rolling forecasts.
• Monitor profitability, margins, and manufacturing costs with regular reporting.
• Recommend improvements to accounting processes and internal controls.
• Evaluate capital investments and provide financial analysis for decisions.
• Develop and mentor accounting team and drive continuous improvement.
• Assist leadership with special projects and initiatives as needed.

Skills

Leadership experience

GAAP expert

Budgeting & forecasting

Multi-entity accounting

Operations costing

Financial analysis

ERP familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

QuickBooks

Manufacturing ERP systems

Job description

IFG US is partnering with a well-established privately held manufacturing organization to identify an experienced Controller. This is a hands-on leadership position for someone who enjoys being involved in both strategic finance and day-to-day accounting operations. The company is seeking a finance leader who can grow into a senior executive role over the next few years. Reporting directly to the Vice President of Finance, this individual will play a key role in supporting multiple legal entities while helping modernize financial processes and strengthen internal controls. What You'll Do

• Oversee the full accounting cycle for multiple affiliated entities.
• Direct month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Manage the general ledger and ensure compliance with GAAP.
• Supervise accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll coordination, and fixed assets.
• Maintain accurate inventory valuation and product costing while partnering closely with operations.
• Prepare monthly financial statements and provide analysis of business performance and key variances.
• Lead the annual budgeting process and assist with rolling forecasts.
• Monitor profitability, margins, and manufacturing costs through regular reporting and analysis.
• Recommend and implement improvements to accounting processes and internal controls.
• Evaluate capital investments and provide financial analysis to support operational decisions.
• Develop, mentor, and lead the accounting team while fostering accountability and continuous improvement.
• Assist leadership with special projects and business initiatives as needed.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
• CPA designation is a plus.
• Ten or more years of progressive accounting or finance experience.
• At least three years managing accounting personnel.
• Prior experience within a manufacturing environment, inventory accounting and standard or job costing is a plus.
• Experience overseeing accounting for multiple entities or business units.
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and month-end close.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and QuickBooks; experience with manufacturing ERP systems is beneficial.
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution in a lean organization.
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.