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Verified Pay check_circle $135,000.00 to $155,000.00 per year
Hours Full-time
Location Chicago, Illinois

About this job

A privately held, established manufacturing organization is conducting a confidential search for a Financial Controller to oversee accounting and finance operations. The company employs a workforce of approximately 150-300 employees and operates a complex, multi-functional business environment.

 

 Job Summary

Lead financial planning, reporting, and accounting operations for a growing manufacturing organization, reporting to corporate executive team.

 

Responsibilities

  • Oversee all accounting functions, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, general ledger, inventory accounting and revenue recognition.

  • Manage customer credit terms, credit limits, collections, and related risk-management activities.

  • Recruit, develop, and lead accounting staff.

  • Direct the monthly and annual close process and ensure timely, accurate financial statements.

  • Prepare lender reporting, including borrowing-base certificates and debt-covenant compliance information.

  • Coordinate with external accounting partners on financial statement review activity and tax filings.

  • Manage annual audits and examinations involving banking, insurance, retirement plans, and other compliance requirements.

  • Serve as the primary contact for banking, financing, accounting, and legal relationships; assess capital-equipment financing proposals.

  • Participate in executive-level planning, budgeting, forecasting, and business performance analysis.

  • Support insurance, contracts, negotiations, and important external business relationships.

  • Research and resolve technical accounting matters to support compliance and sound financial controls.



Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

  • ERP system experience required.

  • Ability to prioritize effectively, work independently, and exercise sound judgment.

  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

  • Ability to manage multiple deadlines and competing priorities.

  • Solid working knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and financial reporting.

Experience Requirements

  • Demonstrated experience in a Controller, Assistant Controller, or comparable senior accounting leadership role.

  • At least 5 years of progressive accounting and finance experience.

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; advanced degree preferred.

  • CPA license preferred.

  • Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial statement preparation, general ledger management, and month-end/year-end close processes.

  • Strong accounting-system and financial-software skills.

 

Benefits & Total Rewards

Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Short & Long Term Disability, 401k plan and many additional voluntary benefits.

Benefits eligibility, plan options, and coverage details are subject to applicable plan documents and company policy.

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a resume for confidential consideration. Additional company information will be shared with candidates selected to move forward. 



Compensation details: 135000-155000 Yearly Salary





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Posting ID: 1292535419 Posted: 2026-09-01 Job Title: Financial Controller