Controller, Finance & Banking, Accounting Manager

Division Controller |
Location: Lisle, IL – Hybrid (Tuesday–Thursday in-office, Monday & Friday remote) |
Salary: $175,000 – $210,000 annually +
Bonus Eligibility up to 25%

Reports to: Corporate Controller |
Travel: Up to 25% |
Industry: Public Company – Energy/Manufacturing

A profitable, publicly traded company with over 55 years of operational excellence is seeking a Division Controller to join its leadership team. The organization operates across multiple U.S. states and internationally, providing high-quality industrial products and services to long-term customers in heavy manufacturing and energy sectors. The business model is stable, growth-focused, and supported by innovative production technology and diversified service offerings.

The Division Controller will lead accounting, financial planning & analysis, internal reporting, and internal controls for a major business segment. This is a hands-on leadership role combining corporate accounting close responsibilities with FP&A support for a high-performing division of a public company. The position requires strategic financial leadership, operational partnership, and compliance oversight in a dynamic, profitable, and growth-oriented environment.

• Direct and manage the division’s corporate, field, and international accounting operations.
• Lead the monthly financial close process, including general ledger, sales, inventory, operating and maintenance expenses, invoice review, journal entries, and account reconciliations.
• Oversee the global consolidation process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Complete monthly accounting and financial reporting deliverables to corporate functions.
• Manage division payroll and collaborate with operations on accounting needs.
• Support tax provision and return preparation through accurate data reporting.
• Travel periodically to division offices and field locations to oversee functions and staff.
• Prepare and present variance analyses against budget, forecast, and prior year.
• Partner with division management to develop strategic financial plans, forecasts, and budgets.
• Coordinate capital budgeting, monitor capital spend, and review project evaluations.
• Deliver insights to guide operational decision-making and performance improvement.

• Ensure compliance with internal controls, SOX requirements, and external regulations.
• Serve as liaison with internal and external auditors.
• Identify process improvement opportunities, implement new procedures, and enhance financial control efficiency.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required.
• 12+ years of progressive accounting experience, including experience as a Controller.
• Proven leadership and management experience.
• Public accounting background preferred but not required.
• Experience with SOX compliance strongly preferred.
• ERP experience required;
  Oracle Fusion, SAP S/4
  
  HANA, and ERP implementation experience a plus.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to travel up to 25%.
• Salary Range: $175,000 – $210,000 annually.
• Bonus:
  Annual eligibility up to 25% of base salary, based on company and/or individual performance.
• Benefits for full-time employment include:
  Medical, dental, and vision insurance;
  Term life and AD&D insurance;
  Short-term and long-term disability coverage;
  Additional voluntary benefits;
  Commuter benefits and wellness programs; 401(k) plan or non-qualified deferred compensation plan with company contributions;
  Paid Time Off (PTO) on an accrual basis up to 152 hours per year; 10 Paid Holidays; 1 Community Service Day;
  Up to 6 weeks of Paid Parental Leave; PTO and holiday hours prorated based on hire date within the calendar year.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

• Accounting/Auditing

• Manufacturing