What are the responsibilities and job description for the Controller position at London Approach?
An established manufacturing company is seeking a Controller to oversee accounting and financial reporting across multiple locations. Based in Highland, Illinois, this position will lead accounting personnel, partner with operational leadership, and manage budgeting, financial analysis, and accounting processes.
Location: Highland, IL | Hybrid
Salary: $100,000–$115,000, depending on experience
Travel: Required 2–3 times per month; trip duration varies
Responsibilities
- Oversee accounting operations and financial reporting for multiple locations.
- Supervise accounting personnel responsible for billing, credit support, accounts payable, inventory, fixed assets, and general ledger activities.
- Review month-end and year-end journal entries, account balances, and supporting documentation.
- Prepare monthly financial reports, analyze variances, identify root causes, and coordinate corrective actions.
- Lead annual budget development, including historical analysis, operating projections, and presentations to leadership.
- Manage fixed asset accounting, including additions, disposals, project costs, and percentage-of-completion tracking.
- Prepare and maintain financial reports, budgets, and forecasts within the ERP system.
- Partner with operational teams to improve accounting procedures and support business decisions.
- Review and approve hourly payroll reports for accounting personnel.
- Travel to other operating locations approximately 2–3 times per month.
Qualifications
- At least 5 years of accounting experience, preferably in manufacturing.
- Previous experience supervising employees.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or equivalent experience preferred; CPA a plus.
- Strong knowledge of general ledger accounting, financial reporting, budgeting, and business processes.
- Experience with ERP systems; Oracle and GL Wand experience a plus.
- Proficiency in Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage competing deadlines and collaborate with accounting and operational teams.
- Willingness and ability to meet the regular travel requirement.
Benefits
- 401(k) retirement savings plan.
- Medical, dental, and life insurance.
- Short-term disability coverage.
- Paid vacation and holidays.
Salary : $100,000 - $115,000