Plant Controller

Controller – Chicagoland Division (Corporate HQ, NW Suburbs)

Are you looking for a high-impact leadership role with one of the largest privately held companies in the Chicagoland area? This Fortune-sized business has revenues exceeding $4B, operates 12 divisions across the U.S., and has built its success through long-term stability, growth, and a leadership team that has been together for decades.

This is a rare opportunity to step into a Controller role at the corporate headquarters in Park Ridge, IL, overseeing the Chicagoland division with $1B+ in annual sales
. You’ll work closely with the CFO (who has been with the company for 20+ years) and senior leadership in a company where finance truly has a seat at the table. The outgoing Controller is retiring after more than 5 years in the role and will provide a smooth transition for the right candidate.

• Stability & Growth: Be part of a privately held, multi-billion-dollar industry leader with a long-tenured executive team.
• High Visibility: Direct exposure to the CFO, CEO, and COO at the corporate office.
• Impactful Role: Own the financials for operations exceeding $1B in sales while influencing company-wide initiatives.
• Career Security: No travel required—enjoy stability and work-life balance in a headquarters environment.
• Comprehensive Package: Competitive base salary ($120K–$150K) plus bonus (5–15% tied to company performance) and full benefits.

• Lead the closing process and oversee financial operations for Chicago-based divisions, including poultry processing, further processing, cold storage, and the Park Ridge corporate office.
• Prepare and analyze monthly P&Ls, inventory, and cost of sales (~$25M in inventory).
• Supervise a team of 3 (A/R, A/P, Cash Receipts) and collaborate cross-functionally with Plant Managers, Payroll, and Corporate Accounting.
• Provide weekly P&L forecasts to the CFO and deliver reports across multiple stakeholders.
• Partner with external auditors and bankers on annual audits.
• Manage daily cash reconciliations and monthly ledger account reconciliations.
• Maintain fixed asset records for all company locations (annualized capex ~$125M).
• Contribute as a member of the corporate committee on group health insurance renewals, including preparing annual budgets for all locations.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred).
• 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, with strong cost accounting, inventory, and manufacturing/processing industry exposure preferred.
• Prior leadership experience with direct reports.
• Strong GAAP knowledge, attention to detail, and ability to work closely with operations and senior leadership.
• Excellent communication and analytical skills, with a proactive, hands-on approach.