Interim Controller

IFG US; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 124,000 - 207,000; Full time

Job summary

IFG-US’s client in Chicago, IL seeks an Interim Controller to oversee global accounting and financial operations for a multinational manufacturing and services organization. Location is on-site with compensation of $100–$150/hr.

You will manage multi-entity, multi-currency consolidations and ERP systems to deliver timely, accurate financial reporting. The role requires 10+ years in accounting/finance with 3–5 years in a controller role, strong US GAAP, SEC reporting, and SOX expertise, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• CPA OR CA OR ACCA certification required.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, with 3–5 years in a Controller role in a publicly traded company.

Responsibilities

• Oversee global accounting and financial operations for a multinational organization.
• Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting, and SOX controls.
• Coordinate with auditors and regulators to enable transparent financial reporting.
• Lead multi-entity, multi-currency consolidations and ERP systems implementation.
• Deliver timely, accurate financial statements to support strategic objectives.

Skills

U.S. GAAP expertise

SEC reporting

SOX compliance

multi-entity consolidations

multi-currency consolidations

ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite)

cost accounting

inventory management

manufacturing finance operations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA

CA

ACCA

Tools

SAP

Oracle

NetSuite

Job description

IFG-US’s client is seeking an Interim Controller to oversee global accounting and financial operations for a multinational manufacturing and services organization. This role ensures compliance with international accounting standards, public company reporting requirements, and internal controls. The Controller will manage all aspects of SEC financial filings, coordinate with auditors and regulators, and ensure timely, accurate, and transparent financial reporting to support the company’s strategic and operational objectives.

Location: Chicago, IL Work Schedule: On-site Compensation: $100–$150/hr

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA REQUIRED, CA, or ACCA required
• 10+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including 3–5 years in a Controller role within a publicly traded manufacturing and/or services company
• In-depth knowledge of U.S. GAAP, SEC reporting, and SOX compliance
• Strong background in cost accounting, inventory management, and manufacturing finance operations.
• Demonstrated experience managing multi-entity, multi-currency consolidations and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite)