Controller, Finance & Banking, Financial Manager

Description We are looking for an accomplished Controller to lead core finance activities for North American operations in Illinois. This contract-to-permanent opportunity is suited for a detail-oriented individual who can balance strategic financial oversight with hands-on management of reporting, cash flow, compliance, and operational controls. The role will partner closely with business leaders to strengthen financial performance, maintain regulatory alignment, and support sound decision-making across the organization.

Responsibilities:

- Direct regional cash management activities, monitor liquidity needs, and guide actions that protect the organization's financial position.

- Lead receivables oversight by improving collection efforts, reducing aging balances, and helping evaluate customer credit exposure and limit recommendations.

- Supervise payables activity and contribute to working capital improvement initiatives tied to cash conversion and operating efficiency.

- Coordinate the annual budgeting process and periodic forecasting cycles, ensuring submissions are accurate, timely, and aligned with business priorities.

- Analyze financial results against plan, explain material variances, and recommend corrective measures to improve revenue, cost, and capital performance.

- Oversee accounting operations and month-end close activities in accordance with applicable local requirements and international reporting standards.

- Prepare financial statements and supporting disclosures with a strong focus on accuracy, completeness, and statutory compliance.

- Manage tax-related responsibilities, including planning, calculation, filing support, payments, and recoveries in line with relevant regulations.

- Partner with internal and external auditors by organizing documentation, addressing findings, and driving resolution of control or compliance gaps.

- Maintain finance policies, strengthen internal controls, and support risk assessment activities to reinforce governance across the function. Requirements

- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related discipline.

- 8+ years of experience in a senior finance or controllership role; 10+ years is strongly preferred.

- Demonstrated expertise in cash flow management, budgeting and forecasting, accounting close, and financial statement preparation.

- Strong working knowledge of accounting principles, treasury operations, tax compliance, and internal control frameworks.

- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and Power BI.

- Strong English communication skills, both written and verbal.

- Ability to interpret financial data, identify performance trends, and translate findings into practical business recommendations.

- Master's degree and Spanish language capability are considered advantageous.

The salary range for this position is $50/hour to $55/hour. Benefits available to contract/temporary professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit  for more information. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.

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