Strategic Manufacturing Controller

AFC Employment Solutions LLC; Lake in the Hills (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Safety shoe & gym reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement & in-house培训

Job summary

AFC Materials Group, headquartered in Lake in the Hills, IL, seeks a strategic Controller to lead all accounting operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will manage general ledger, close processes, budgeting, cost accounting, and internal controls while partnering with executive leadership to drive financial performance.

This role emphasizes process improvements and cross-functional collaboration with Operations, Sales, and HR, and ownership of reports, audits, and ERP systems

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting preferred; Finance, Business Administration, or a related field will be considered.
• 3+ years of progressive accounting experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 2+ years of leadership or management experience supervising accounting or finance professionals.
• Experience with manufacturing cost accounting, including inventory accounting, financial reporting, and budgeting/forecasting.
• Experience with Sightline ERP and EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) is preferred.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting operations, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, fixed assets, payroll support, month-end close, and year-end financial reporting.
• Prepare, analyze, and present accurate monthly financial statements, financial reports, and KPIs to executive leadership.
• Oversee cost accounting activities, including inventory valuation, standard costing, variance analysis, and manufacturing cost reporting.
• Develop and maintain annual budgets, financial forecasts, cash flow projections, and long-range financial plans.
• Partner with Operations and department leaders to improve profitability, strengthen inventory controls, and support strategic business decisions.
• Evaluate existing accounting processes and proactively identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, internal controls, and overall financial performance.
• Lead process improvement initiatives from concept through implementation, creating sustainable solutions that support business growth.
• Manage finance-related projects, establishing priorities, timelines, and measurable outcomes while ensuring projects are completed successfully.
• Develop, document, and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and standard operating practices.
• Utilize Sightline ERP and other financial systems to improve reporting capabilities, streamline workflows, and support data-driven decision making.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and all applicable federal, state, and local financial regulations.
• Coordinate annual audits and maintain productive relationships with external auditors, banks, insurance providers, and other financial partners.
• Lead, coach, mentor, and develop the accounting team while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Effectively delegate responsibilities while maintaining oversight of departmental priorities and performance.
• Work independently with minimal supervision, demonstrate strong organization, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Take ownership of complex financial and operational challenges by identifying root causes, developing practical solutions, and driving improvements to completion.
• Think strategically while remaining hands-on, balancing day-to-day accounting responsibilities with long-term business initiatives.
• Demonstrate resilience and adaptability in a changing environment, remain focused on solutions and continuous improvement.
• Build strong cross-functional relationships and collaborate effectively with Operations, Sales, Human Resources, and Executive Leadership.
• Promote a positive, ethical, and team-oriented work environment while modeling the company's core values.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Advanced Excel

Sightline ERP

EOS

Cost accounting

Financial reporting

Budgeting/Forecasting

Inventory accounting

Internal controls

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Tools

Sightline ERP

Job description

AFC Materials Group, headquartered in Lake in the Hills, IL, seeks a strategic Controller to lead all accounting operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will manage general ledger, close processes, budgeting, cost accounting, and internal controls while partnering with executive leadership to drive financial performance.

This role emphasizes process improvements and cross-functional collaboration with Operations, Sales, and HR, and ownership of reports, audits, and ERP systems