Strategic Controller: Partner to Leadership, Manufacturing

CFS; Downers Grove (IL); Presencial; USD 130.000 - 160.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Bonus opportunity

Descripción de la vacante

CFS is seeking a hands-on Controller to own the finance function in a growing manufacturing environment, reporting directly to leadership. The role balances strategic financial leadership with operational oversight, including close processes, reporting, and internal controls.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in accounting/finance within manufacturing, CPA preferred, and hands-on ERP experience. This role offers a bonus opportunity and strong benefits.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (required).
• 10+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience with leadership responsibilities in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, financial reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.
• CPA preferred.
• Experience with ERP systems and manufacturing operations strongly preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Lead all accounting and financial reporting activities, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely close processes.
• Partner with operations and leadership teams to provide financial analysis, business insights, and decision support.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash flow planning, and performance reporting.
• Maintain a strong internal control environment and coordinate internal and external audit activities.
• Drive process improvements, reporting enhancements, and continuous improvement initiatives across the finance function.
• Develop, mentor, and lead accounting and finance team members.

Conocimientos

Leadership

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Process improvement

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

CPA preferred

Herramientas

ERP systems

Descripción del empleo

CFS is seeking a hands-on Controller to own the finance function in a growing manufacturing environment, reporting directly to leadership. The role balances strategic financial leadership with operational oversight, including close processes, reporting, and internal controls.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in accounting/finance within manufacturing, CPA preferred, and hands-on ERP experience. This role offers a bonus opportunity and strong benefits.