Global Manufacturing Finance Leader

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC; Lombard (IL); On-site; USD 93,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC is seeking a Manufacturing Controller in Lombard, IL to lead cost accounting and manufacturing finance, partnering with plant leadership to drive profitability and operational excellence. The role oversees budgeting, forecasting, and cost-setting processes to support global operations.

This is a high-visibility, leadership-facing role with exposure to North American and international plants, offering a competitive compensation package and day-one benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field.
• 5+ years of manufacturing finance or cost accounting experience.
• Strong product costing and inventory accounting experience.
• ERP system experience and advanced Excel/financial modeling skills.

Responsibilities

• Partner with plant leadership to drive profitability and operational performance.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and cost-setting processes.
• Oversee product costing, inventory management, and financial reporting accuracy.
• Analyze cost variances and provide actionable recommendations.
• Support monthly close, margin analysis, and manufacturing expense tracking.
• Evaluate capital investments including ROI and cost savings initiatives.

Skills

Budgeting & forecasting

Cost accounting

Variance analysis

Financial modeling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

ERP system

Excel

Job description

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC is seeking a Manufacturing Controller in Lombard, IL to lead cost accounting and manufacturing finance, partnering with plant leadership to drive profitability and operational excellence. The role oversees budgeting, forecasting, and cost-setting processes to support global operations.

This is a high-visibility, leadership-facing role with exposure to North American and international plants, offering a competitive compensation package and day-one benefits.