Interim Controller

Brilliant®; Oak Brook (IL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company is seeking a contract Interim Controller for a hybrid role located in Oak Brook, IL. The ideal candidate will lead a small finance team and manage financial reporting processes while collaborating with various departments to ensure compliance and accuracy. This position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, at least 10 years of relevant experience, and strong managerial skills. Join a dynamic team and help drive financial success.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience is required.
• Experience in manufacturing or CPG industry is highly desirable.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of general accounts and/or analysts.
• Collaborate with multiple departments for accurate financial results.
• Manage annual, monthly, and weekly financial close processes.
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies.
• Create accurate financial reporting to support company growth.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Proficiency with Excel

Strong managerial experience

Exceptional written and oral communication skills

Self-motivated

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

CPA preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Database knowledge

Job description

Seeking a contract Interim Controller for a manufacturing / CPG client near Oak Brook, IL Hybrid role (3 days in office, 2 days remote).

Seeking a detail-oriented and enthusiastic candidate who is excited about learning and growing in a fast-paced work environment. As a key member of the finance team, you will report directly to the company's leadership and provide valuable financial insights to senior management. You will be responsible for ensuring timely and accurate internal reporting on monthly results, quarterly forecasts, annual budgets, and long-term strategic plans.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead a team of 1-2 general accounts and/or analysts.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with departments such as A/R, A/P, Tax, External Reporting, Cost, and BU Operating Personnel to ensure accurate and timely financial results.
• Manage annual, monthly, and weekly financial close processes, daily reconciliation, and KPI reporting.
• Ensure compliance with established accounting policies and procedures.
• Create accurate budgeting, treasury, and financial reporting to support long-term company growth.
• Work closely with divisional leadership to ensure reporting needs are met.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to company leadership.
• Interact with various departments regarding issues and other situations as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (or related field), and a minimum of 10 years of experience is required.
• CPA preferred
• Strong managerial experience and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Self-motivated and proactive in identifying opportunities to improve processes and procedures.
• Detail-oriented, highly dependable, and possesses the highest level of integrity.
• Strong ERP systems background, with database knowledge being a plus.
• Experience in process improvement.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Proficiency with Excel
• Manufacturing / CPG experience is highly desirable.

If you, or someone you know, is interested please apply today!