Strategic Controller: Close, Cash Flow & Profitability

Frederick Fox; Oregon (IL); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A leading mechanical services business seeks a Controller to oversee accounting and finance operations. This role partners directly with the President to mentor a team and enhance systems. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, 5-7 years of finance experience, and strong cost accounting skills. Responsibilities include ensuring accurate monthly closes and strategic profitability analysis. This full-time position offers health and vision insurance, a 401(k), and the opportunity to impact a growing environment.

Qualifications

• 5 - 7 years of related finance experience, ideally in construction or manufacturing.
• Hands-on leadership style with strong business partnering ability.
• Project accounting or plant controller experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own monthly close and ensure accurate reporting.
• Deliver profitability analysis to drive pricing strategies.
• Build processes and develop team capabilities.

Skills

Leadership in finance operations

Project accounting

Cost accounting expertise

Leadership style

Business partnering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

CPA preferred

Tools

ERP/automation (Spectrum preferred)

Job description

A leading mechanical services business seeks a Controller to oversee accounting and finance operations. This role partners directly with the President to mentor a team and enhance systems. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, 5-7 years of finance experience, and strong cost accounting skills. Responsibilities include ensuring accurate monthly closes and strategic profitability analysis. This full-time position offers health and vision insurance, a 401(k), and the opportunity to impact a growing environment.