Corporate Controller

IFG US; Illinois; On-site; USD 170,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

IFG US is seeking a Corporate Controller to lead enterprise-wide accounting, financial governance, and reporting as the company scales its manufacturing footprint across multiple facilities.

This executive will strengthen accounting operations, improve financial visibility, and partner with senior leadership to ensure accurate reporting, strong internal controls, and scalable processes that support rapid growth and major retail partnerships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field required.
• Master's degree or MBA preferred.
• CPA designation strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting and finance leadership experience.
• Proven success leading accounting operations within manufacturing, consumer products, industrial, or product distribution environments.
• Experience managing multi-site operations and consolidated financial reporting.
• Prior experience as a Controller, Assistant Controller, Plant Controller, or similar leadership role preferred.
• Experience with ERP platforms and financial reporting systems in a complex operational environment.
• Advanced analytical capabilities and proficiency with financial modeling and data analysis tools.
• Working knowledge of cost accounting, inventory management, and manufacturing finance principles.

Responsibilities

• Direct all general accounting functions, including monthly, quarterly, and annual close activities.
• Oversee consolidated financial statements and schedules.
• Ensure reporting accuracy and compliance with standards and policies.
• Continuously improve close cycle efficiency and reporting processes.
• Develop and maintain a strong internal control environment across units and facilities.
• Evaluate financial processes and implement improvements to reduce risk and increase efficiency.
• Lead balance sheet integrity initiatives, including reconciliations.
• Support compliance programs and risk management.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Financial governance

Financial analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

MBA preferred

CPA preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Our client is a rapidly growing branded products manufacturer that recently secured a significant partnership with a nationally recognized retail organization to produce and distribute a broad portfolio of private-label merchandise. As operations expand across multiple production facilities, the organization is seeking a strategic and hands-on Corporate Controller to lead enterprise-wide accounting, financial governance, and reporting activities.

This executive-level finance leader will play a key role in supporting business growth by strengthening accounting operations, enhancing financial visibility, and driving consistency across manufacturing locations. The position partners closely with senior leadership to ensure accurate reporting, sound internal controls, and scalable financial processes.

Candidates coming from organizations involved in consumer products, branded merchandise, private-label manufacturing, packaging, household goods, contract manufacturing, industrial products, or related production environments will be especially attractive for this opportunity. The successful candidate will have experience supporting rapid growth, operational expansion, and increased retail customer demand.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct all general accounting functions, including monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close activities.
• Oversee the preparation and review of consolidated financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Ensure reporting accuracy and compliance with applicable accounting standards and company policies.
• Continuously improve close cycle efficiency and financial reporting processes.
• Develop and maintain a strong internal control environment across all business units and manufacturing facilities.
• Evaluate financial processes and implement improvements that reduce risk and increase operational effectiveness.
• Lead balance sheet integrity initiatives, including reconciliation standards and review procedures.
• Support compliance programs and risk management efforts throughout the organization.

Manufacturing Finance & Inventory Oversight

• Partner with plant leadership and operational finance teams to monitor manufacturing performance and profitability.
• Provide oversight of inventory valuation, cost accounting, standard costing, and variance analysis.
• Review production metrics and identify opportunities to improve financial performance and cost efficiency.
• Support inventory control programs and physical count procedures.

Planning, Forecasting & Business Support

• Lead the annual budgeting process and periodic forecasting activities.
• Deliver meaningful financial analysis to support executive decision-making and growth initiatives.
• Monitor business performance against targets and provide recommendations to improve results.
• Collaborate with department leaders on strategic planning and resource allocation.

Leadership & Talent Development

• Build, coach, and mentor a high-performing accounting and finance organization.
• Provide oversight to accounting managers, shared services teams, and other finance personnel.
• Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and professional development.
• Help establish processes and organizational structure capable of supporting future growth.

Audit, Tax & Regulatory Compliance

• Serve as the primary liaison for external auditors and other financial advisors.
• Coordinate annual audit activities and financial statement reviews.
• Support tax planning strategies and compliance requirements in partnership with external providers.
• Ensure adherence to all applicable financial, regulatory, and reporting obligations.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field required.
• Master's degree or MBA preferred.
• CPA designation strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting and finance leadership experience.
• Proven success leading accounting operations within a manufacturing, consumer products, industrial, or product distribution environment.
• Experience managing multi-site operations and consolidated financial reporting.
• Prior experience as a Controller, Assistant Controller, Plant Controller, or similar leadership role preferred.
• Experience with ERP platforms and financial reporting systems in a complex operational environment.
• Advanced analytical capabilities and proficiency with financial modeling and data analysis tools.
• Working knowledge of cost accounting, inventory management, and manufacturing finance principles.