Senior Controller - Manufacturing & Project Costing Expert

CPS, Inc.; Elk Grove Village (IL); On-site; USD 155,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

CPS, Inc. in Elk Grove Village, IL is seeking a Controller to oversee the company’s accounting and financial reporting, ensuring accuracy, internal controls, and GAAP compliance.

The role leads day-to-day accounting operations and partners with senior leadership to drive financial insight and business performance. The ideal candidate has manufacturing, construction, or project-based accounting experience with cost accounting, budgeting, inventory, and close processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required.
• Proven experience managing accounting functions and close processes.
• Strong knowledge of cost accounting, budgeting, and internal controls.

Responsibilities

• Oversee general ledger, accounts payable/receivable, payroll, fixed assets, and cash management.
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual closes with timely, accurate financial statements.
• Prepare management reports, analyze financial performance and variances.
• Develop and enforce accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Coordinate annual audits, tax-related reporting, and regulatory compliance.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Cost accounting

Financial reporting

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

CPS, Inc. in Elk Grove Village, IL is seeking a Controller to oversee the company’s accounting and financial reporting, ensuring accuracy, internal controls, and GAAP compliance.

The role leads day-to-day accounting operations and partners with senior leadership to drive financial insight and business performance. The ideal candidate has manufacturing, construction, or project-based accounting experience with cost accounting, budgeting, inventory, and close processes.