Finance Controller — Global Controllership Leader

KONE; Lisle (IL); On-site; USD 179,000 - 235,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible work schedule

Opportunities to learn and grow

401K Employer Match

Well-being Program

Job summary

KONE in Lisle, IL is seeking a Finance Controller to lead US accounting, reporting, and controllership across the US entities, ensuring IFRS/US GAAP compliance and strong internal controls.

You will manage monthly closes, balance sheet governance, audits, and work with Tax, Treasury, Shared Services, and FP&A, building a high-performing team in a fast-paced, multinational setting. The role emphasizes process improvement and accurate financial insight to drive business decisions.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of accounting, controllership, audit, or finance operations experience.
• Experience leading teams in multinational environments.
• CPA or equivalent professional designation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close for US entities.
• Ensure IFRS/US GAAP reporting and balance sheet integrity.
• Oversee audits, internal controls, and compliance.
• Drive automation and process improvements in finance operations.
• Collaborate with FP&A, Tax, Treasury and Shared Services.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving

Change agent mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Power BI

Alteryx

Power Automate

Blackline

Job description

KONE in Lisle, IL is seeking a Finance Controller to lead US accounting, reporting, and controllership across the US entities, ensuring IFRS/US GAAP compliance and strong internal controls.

You will manage monthly closes, balance sheet governance, audits, and work with Tax, Treasury, Shared Services, and FP&A, building a high-performing team in a fast-paced, multinational setting. The role emphasizes process improvement and accurate financial insight to drive business decisions.