On-site Corporate Controller: Lead Finance & Compliance

McKinley & Co. Recruitment; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 140,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

McKinley and Co specializes in staffing solutions for Manufacturing and Transelectronic industries. A full-time, on-site Corporate Controller role is based in Niles, IL, overseeing financial operations, reporting, budgets, and internal controls under GAAP.

You will lead the accounting team, manage payroll, audits, and tax planning initiatives. Ideal candidates have 10+ years in financial leadership, CPA preferred, and strong communication skills to partner with executives on strategy and risk

Qualifications

• Strong skills in Financial Reporting, Budgeting, and Financial Analysis.
• Proficiency in Internal Controls, Compliance, and GAAP Standards
• Experience in Team Leadership, Collaboration, and Staff Mentoring
• Knowledge in Tax Planning, Risk Management, and Audit Coordination
• Advanced proficiency in financial software and tools such as ERP systems
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA designation preferred
• 10+ years of progressive experience in financial leadership roles
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and interpersonal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Oversee all financial operations including financial reporting, budget management, internal controls, and compliance.
• Prepare financial statements, manage audits, and collaborate with leadership on financial strategies.
• Lead the accounting team, manage payroll, and provide support for tax planning and risk management efforts.

Skills

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Financial analysis

Internal controls

GAAP compliance

Team leadership

Staff mentoring

Tax planning

Risk management

Audit coordination

ERP systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA designation preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

McKinley and Co specializes in staffing solutions for Manufacturing and Transelectronic industries. A full-time, on-site Corporate Controller role is based in Niles, IL, overseeing financial operations, reporting, budgets, and internal controls under GAAP.

You will lead the accounting team, manage payroll, audits, and tax planning initiatives. Ideal candidates have 10+ years in financial leadership, CPA preferred, and strong communication skills to partner with executives on strategy and risk