Controller: Lead Finance & Growth for Fast-Growing CPG

Wow Bao; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Restaurant Discounts

Employee Discount Programs

Job summary

Wow Bao in Chicago is seeking a hands-on Controller to lead accounting, financial reporting, cash management, internal controls, and compliance for a fast-growing multi-channel CPG and food manufacturing business.

You will own the full accounting cycle, drive the monthly close, coordinate audits, and partner with operations on inventory and cost accounting while supporting forecasting and performance reporting. CPA and 5–7 years of relevant experience required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance required.
• CPA certification required.
• 5–7 years of progressive accounting and finance experience, with 2–3 years in a Controller role.
• Experience in CPG, food manufacturing, or multi-unit retail preferred.
• Strong internal controls and audit coordination.

Responsibilities

• Own the full accounting cycle and general ledger.
• Lead monthly close and prepare GAAP financial statements.
• Coordinate external audit and tax filings.
• Manage cash, working capital, and 13-week cash forecast.
• Oversee inventory costing and cost accounting in partnership with operations.
• Develop and mentor accounting team; improve processes.

Skills

CPA

Controller experience

CPG/food manufacturing experience

Budgeting & forecasting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Wow Bao in Chicago is seeking a hands-on Controller to lead accounting, financial reporting, cash management, internal controls, and compliance for a fast-growing multi-channel CPG and food manufacturing business.

You will own the full accounting cycle, drive the monthly close, coordinate audits, and partner with operations on inventory and cost accounting while supporting forecasting and performance reporting. CPA and 5–7 years of relevant experience required.