The Controller will lead the accounting function for a stable and growing privately held manufacturing business. This hands-on professional will be a key member of a close-knit team and will perform and lead the production of monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports, general ledger management, standard cost setting and a comprehensive set of controls and budgets designed to mitigate risk and enhance the accuracy of the company's financial performance.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Oversees the operations and employees of the Accounting Department, which include accounts payable, accounts receivable, pricing, costing, and variance analysis
• Leads the month-end close process and preparation of periodic financial statements and monthly financial reporting packages
• Analyzes manufacturing variances and maintains and updates standard costs
• Oversees company’s inventory including cycle count programs & periodic full physicals
• Leads periodic financial forecasting and annual budgeting efforts
• ERP improvements for financial module: leads projects to optimize functionality
• Manages the banking relationship, tracks cash use, and forecasts future cashflows
• Recommends benchmarks that will be used to measure the company’s performance
• Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal government requirements
• Provides financial analysis on capital investments
• Maintains a documented system of accounting policies and procedures; implements a system of controls over accounting transactions to minimize risk
• Coordinates annual CPA and bank reviews implementing recommendations as necessary
• Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Strong financial statement preparation and analytical skills
• Proficient in cost accounting using GAAP methods and recommendations
• ERP Manufacturing software
• Experienced with standard costing and manufacturing variance analysis
• Capital expenditure purchase modeling (ROI, IRR, payback) including capacity analysis
• Bank financing and cashflow forecasting experience
• Familiarity with fixed asset and depreciation schedules
• Excellent management and supervisory skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting; CPA a plus
• Manufacturing background in a standard cost environment
• Ten years or more of related experience required
• ERP implementation and/or update experience

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Crystal Lake, IL 60014: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person