Strategic Controller for Financial Performance

Upcoresolutions; Crystal Lake (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Upcoresolutions is seeking a Controller to oversee preparation, analysis, and distribution of consolidated financial statements and to manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes with variance analysis. The role includes ownership of expense management, profitability metrics, and coordination with management on performance improvement initiatives.

The successful candidate will build cost accounting structures, supervise accounting staff, and drive ERP implementation to enhance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance required.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and financial statement preparation.
• Experience leading close processes and financial reporting.
• Ability to translate financial results to non-financial managers.

Responsibilities

• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes with variance analysis.
• Manage consolidated financial statements and provide timely reporting by deadlines.
• Lead cost accounting structures and identify cost improvements across units.
• Drive ERP implementation and optimization for accurate financial reporting.
• Ensure internal controls, compliance, and regulatory reporting across entities.

Skills

Financial reporting

ERP systems

Cost accounting

Internal controls

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Upcoresolutions is seeking a Controller to oversee preparation, analysis, and distribution of consolidated financial statements and to manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes with variance analysis. The role includes ownership of expense management, profitability metrics, and coordination with management on performance improvement initiatives.

The successful candidate will build cost accounting structures, supervise accounting staff, and drive ERP implementation to enhance