Division Controller

CFS; Villa Park (IL); Hybrid; USD 190,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Competitive salary + bonus

Growth opportunities

Top leadership team

Job summary

CFS is seeking a Division Controller to lead the division's accounting and financial reporting. The role oversees month-end close, GAAP compliance, internal controls, revenue recognition and guidance on new accounting standards.

You will manage a team, drive process improvements, and support executive management with strategic planning and analysis within a hybrid work model. This position offers growth opportunities and a competitive compensation package.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of accounting experience in a corporate/manufacturing environment
• Big 4 public accounting experience with corporate exposure
• CPA certification or equivalent
• Strong technical accounting knowledge (GAAP, revenue, leases)
• Ability to lead, motivate, and develop staff
• Excellent communication and presentation skills

Responsibilities

• Oversee division accounting, month-end close, SOX controls and financial reporting
• Provide GAAP guidance on revenue recognition and software/leases; advise exec management
• Develop and maintain internal controls per FASB/SEC guidance
• Stay current on new accounting pronouncements and adjust processes accordingly
• Improve reporting processes and streamline controls across the division
• Lead and develop the accounting team; support financial planning and analysis

Skills

12+ years experience

Big 4 experience

CPA

Technical accounting

People management

Presentation skills

BS in Accounting

Education

BS in Accounting

Job description

Well-respected manufacturing company is seeking an Division Controller. The company is financially sound, known for providing tremendous professional growth and development opportunities, and the team is comprised of smart, passionate, team oriented, and talented individuals.

Why Work For The Company/Take The Division Controller

• Stable and growing company
• Smart and talented team
• Opportunity to make an impact and add value
• High visibility
• Great leadership
• Challenging work- opportunity to learn a lot and get your arms around the whole business
• Top notch benefits and hybrid schedule
• Competitive salary + bonus

Responsibilities And Duties Of Division Controller

• Oversees division accounting (including month end close, sox controls, technical accounting, etc)
• Interprets complex problems and solves them through established procedures (i.e., Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)) relating to revenue recognition and internally developed software and leases. Makes recommendations to executive management for action or changes to established methods. Adapts known methods to new situations as business needs change. Conducts technical research and analysis of accounting treatment.
• Assist to develop, maintain, and ensure compliance with internal controls related to global accounting policies and new accounting and reporting guidance issued by the FASB and the SEC
• Remain current on pending accounting guidance, evaluating the financial implications of proposed/new accounting pronouncements.
• Continuously strive to enhance and streamline reporting processes and controls.
• Assist management in other corporate areas such as financial planning and analysis
• Lead and develop staff

Qualifications And Experience Of The Division Controller

• 12+ years of relevant accounting experience
• Big 4 public accounting experience, and corporate experience (manufacturing)
• CPA
• Strong technical accounting skills
• Ability to manage, motivate and develop other professionals.
• Strong presentation skills and ability to communicate within the Company at all levels.
• B.S. in Accounting

$190,000-$220,000 + bonus

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