Controller, Finance & Banking, Financial Manager

Controller – Manufacturing | Mount Prospect, IL

A growing manufacturing company in Mount Prospect is seeking a hands-on Controller to lead all accounting and finance operations across multiple divisions. This is a highly visible leadership role overseeing financial reporting, cost accounting, budgeting, operational finance, and systems/process improvements.

• Lead all accounting and finance activities across multiple manufacturing entities
• Oversee month-end, quarterly, and annual close processes while ensuring accurate financial reporting in accordance with GAAP
• Manage general ledger, AP/AR, payroll, treasury, compliance, and banking relationships
• Drive budgeting, forecasting, financial modeling, and operational reporting initiatives
• Partner closely with operations leadership to improve margins, production efficiency, inventory accuracy, and working capital performance
• Oversee cost accounting functions including standard costing, BOM accuracy, labor allocations, inventory valuation, and variance analysis
• Coordinate audits, tax compliance, and internal control processes
• Support capital investment analysis, expansion initiatives, and ROI modeling
• Serve as a key liaison between local leadership and corporate/global finance teams
• Provide executive oversight of ERP systems, automation projects, cybersecurity initiatives, and technology investments

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 8++ years of progressive accounting and finance leadership experience
• Prior manufacturing industry experience required
• Strong cost accounting, inventory management, and operational finance background
• Experience with manufacturing ERP systems and advanced Excel/financial modeling
• Strong understanding of GAAP, internal controls, and financial reporting
• Ability to operate both strategically and hands-on within a lean environment
• Ability and willingness to travel internationally as needed

This is an excellent opportunity for a finance leader who enjoys partnering with operations, improving processes, and helping scale a growing manufacturing organization.