Corporate Controller Job Des Plaines area,Illinois USA,Accounting

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Corporate Controller
Ready to step into a high-impact Corporate Controller role where you'll own the full accounting function, lead strategic financial reporting, and partner directly with executive leadership? This is an excellent opportunity for a manufacturing accounting leader looking to drive results, influence business decisions, and lead a tenured finance team within a stable organization.

Salary: $140,000-$160,000

Why This Opportunity Stands Out:

• Lead the entire accounting and tax function with direct visibility to executive leadership.

• Influence company-wide financial strategy through budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and cash management.

• Manage a broad scope including AP, AR, Payroll, General Ledger, Tax, Compliance, and Internal Controls.

• Opportunity to lead and develop an established accounting team while shaping future processes and best practices.

• Play a key role in business performance analysis and strategic decision-making.

• Join a manufacturing organization where finance has a direct impact on operational success.

• Gain exposure to corporate-level reporting, audits, treasury management, and risk mitigation initiatives.

• Drive continuous improvement within accounting operations and internal control environments.

• Work closely with global and corporate stakeholders on reporting, compliance, and financial planning activities.

• Stable leadership opportunity with long-term career growth potential.

Key Responsibilities for the Corporate Controller:

• Lead all accounting operations including AP, AR, Payroll, General Ledger, Tax, and Cash Management.

• Oversee month-end close activities and ensure accurate financial reporting within established timelines.

• Direct budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and variance analysis processes.

• Coordinate external audits, tax filings, and regulatory compliance requirements.

• Manage internal controls, risk mitigation efforts, and continuous process improvement initiatives.

• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting and finance personnel while managing departmental objectives and performance.

Qualifications for the Corporate Controller:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting required.

• 10+ years of cost accounting experience within a manufacturing environment.

• 7+ years of accounting leadership experience managing AP, AR, Payroll, General Ledger, and CAPEX functions.

• 7+ years of SAP experience; CPA and Master's degree preferred.

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