Financial Controller

Kelly is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to manage accounting, fixed assets, AR/AP, and tax compliance for a multinational company in Willowbrook, IL. This is a direct hire opportunity with fully paid medical benefits
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Pay: $110,000 - $120,00

• Oversee financial resources for the US & Canada, ensuring robust cash flow management in alignment with the Regional Treasury team.
• Lead receivables management, including reduction of payment terms, overdue accounts, and bad debts, through active engagement with the credit and collection committee.
• Support credit assessments to establish appropriate credit limits for customers.
• Manage trade payables, and coordinate with the AME Treasury Manager to optimize working capital metrics (DSO, DPO, DIO).

• Support the budgeting process by aligning with strategic priorities, ensuring timely and accurate budget submission.
• Identify and analyze variances between budget and actuals, recommending and implementing corrective/preventive actions for improved financial performance.
• Drive process excellence and risk mitigation via KPI monitoring and by implementing best financial practices.

• Manage accounting processes in compliance with local and IFRS standards.
• Oversee the preparation of accurate financial statements and disclosure notes.
• Ensure comprehensive tax planning, calculation, and compliance for all local and federal tax obligations.
• Coordinate internal and external audit activities, addressing findings and ensuring corrective actions.
• Serve as SAP Key User to facilitate system support and continuous improvement initiatives for finance functions.

• Enforce compliance with all statutory, regulatory, and corporate finance policies, including LOA and FCF.
• Contribute to internal controls and risk management, closing control gaps and ensuring implementation of recommendations.
• Maintain robust documentation and processes to safeguard corporate governance within the region.

• Networking & Relationship Building: Maintain effective relationships with regulatory bodies, business institutions, key industry players, and service providers to stay informed of industry trends and opportunities.
• Good Governance: Uphold all company policies, ensuring compliance and protection of the organization’s reputation and interests.
• Code of Conduct & HSE Policies: Champion compliance with Codes of Conduct and Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) requirements to foster a safe and ethical workplace.
• Leadership & Capability Development: Mentor and develop finance team members to sustain high performance and cultivate future leaders.
• Mindset & Culture: Promote a culture of integrity, accountability, and operational excellence.

This job description reflects the primary duties but is not an exhaustive list. Additional tasks may be assigned as required.

• Bachelor's degree in Administration, Accounting, or Economics.
• 8-10 years' experience in finance roles.
• Advanced proficiency in English, MS Office (including Power BI), and SAP FI-CO.
• Broad understanding of financial, accounting, treasury, and tax management.
• Postgraduate and/or Master's degree in a related field.
• Over 10 years' experience in finance.
• Working knowledge of Spanish.
• Experience as an SAP Key User and/or involvement in SAP implementation.