Corporate Controller (Manufacturing Exp. Req, $150K-$160K)

#twiceasnice Recruiting; Tinley Park (IL); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical (90% company paid)

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Short/Long-Term Disability

401K

PTO

Job summary

#twiceasnice Recruiting is helping a client in Alsip, IL to hire a Corporate Controller with manufacturing experience. The role reports to the President and oversees accounting across two subsidiaries and multiple locations.

The candidate will optimize ERP usage, drive process improvements, and translate financial data into actionable business recommendations. The ideal candidate has controller-level manufacturing experience, strong GAAP knowledge, and a track record of partnering with executive

Qualifications

• Requires manufacturing controller-level experience and strong GAAP knowledge.
• Must be tech-savvy and able to leverage ERP functionality for automated reporting.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and data analysis skills required.

Responsibilities

• Lead corporate accounting and financial reporting across two subsidiaries.
• Oversee and mentor a six-person accounting team.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, cash flow projections, and performance analysis.
• Maintain internal controls, GAAP compliance, audit readiness, and reporting accuracy.
• Manage cash, banking relationships, lines of credit, and related compliance.
• Coordinate with external firms on tax matters and compile financial information.
• Administer and optimize ERP and accounting systems to reduce manual processes.
• Provide financial analysis and insights to support leadership decisions.
• Communicate financial information and recommendations to ownership.
• Drive business planning, efficiency initiatives, and financial strategies.
• Conduct financial reviews and due diligence for acquisitions as needed.

Skills

Controller-level experience

GAAP knowledge

ERP systems

Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Corporate Controller (Manufacturing Exp. Req.)

Location: Alsip, IL / South Chicago (Hybrid: 4 days onsite, 1 day work from home)

Salary: $150,000 - $160,000 + Up to 20% Annual Bonus + Benefits

Benefits: Medical (90% company paid), Dental, Vision, Life, Short/Long-Term Disability, 401K, PTO

Job Type: Full-Time

Typical Hours: M-F, 7:30am - 4:00pm

Start Date: ASAP

Sponsorship: Not Available

Relocation Assistance: Not Available

Travel: Minimal, approximately 3-4 times/year

Corporate Controller (Manufacturing Exp. Req.) Description

Our client in the industrial equipment industry is looking for a Corporate Controller to add to their team in Alsip, IL. In this role, you will report to the President and oversee accounting and financial operations across two subsidiaries and multiple locations. The ideal candidate will have Controller-level manufacturing experience, strong GAAP knowledge, and experience working with executive leadership. To be successful, you must be a tech-savvy financial leader who can leverage ERP functionality to improve processes and translate financial information into actionable business recommendations. This is a great opportunity to take ownership of a broad corporate accounting function and drive financial and process improvements within an established and successful organization.

Corporate Controller (Manufacturing Exp. Req.) Responsibilities

• Lead corporate accounting and financial reporting across two subsidiaries
• Oversee and mentor a six-person accounting team while ensuring quality of work
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, cash projections, and ongoing analysis of financial performance
• Maintain strong internal controls, GAAP compliance, audit readiness, and accurate reporting
• Manage cash, banking relationships, lines of credit, and related financial compliance
• Coordinate with outside firms on tax matters and compile required financial information
• Administer and optimize ERP and accounting systems to reduce manual processes
• Provide financial analysis and insights to support leadership decision-making
• Clearly communicate financial information and recommendations to ownership
• Drive business planning, operational efficiency initiatives, and financial strategies
• Conduct financial reviews and due diligence for acquisitions as needed

Corporate Controller (Manufacturing Exp. Req.) Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is required
• 5+ years of Controller-level experience is required
• Manufacturing industry experience is required
• Tech savvy & ability to leverage ERP functionality to automate processes/reporting is required
• Advanced Microsoft Excel & analysis skills are required