Controller

SENIOR GROUP CONTROLLER

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Des Plaines, IL

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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

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• Provide enterprise-level oversight of accounting operations across all Plasticade Cortina Group locations, ensuring consistency & scalability
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• Lead consolidated financial reporting, including accurate & timely monthly, quarterly, & annual close at the group level
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• Partner with the CFO to drive financial strategy, accounting policy, & organizational alignment
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• Oversee & guide site-level Controllers & accounting teams, ensuring standardized processes & accountability
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• Lead integration efforts for acquired businesses, including alignment of systems, reporting, & internal controls
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• Establish & maintain enterprise-wide accounting policies, internal controls, & GAAP compliance
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• Direct external audit processes & serve as the primary liaison for auditors at the consolidated level
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• Drive process improvements, standardization, & ERP/system optimization across multiple entities
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• Support executive decision-making through financial insights, performance analysis, & cross-functional collaboration
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  POSITION REQUIRMENTS:

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  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required
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  • 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership roles in multi-entity or multi-site environments
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  • Prior experience at the Controller level or above, with exposure to enterprise-level responsibilities
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  • Strong knowledge of GAAP, consolidation, internal controls, & financial reporting
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  • Demonstrated experience leading through others (e.g., Controllers or site finance leaders)
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  • Experience in high-growth, acquisitive, or integration-heavy environments
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  PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:

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  • CPA strongly preferred
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  • Strong understanding of manufacturing environments & cost accounting (oversight level vs. transactional ownership)
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  • Experience driving standardization across multiple business units or locations
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  • ERP transformation & multi-entity systems integration experience
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  • Ability to balance strategic leadership with selective hands-on involvement when needed
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  • Strong executive presence & ability to influence across functions & locations
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  • Change management & organizational transformation experience
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  WORK ENVIRONMENT/ PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

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  • Daily in office schedule; occasional hybrid work may be approved based on managerial discretion & business needs
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  • When in office: moderate noise levels & prolonged computer use. Occasional presence in non-climate-controlled, high-noise production & warehouse areas where appropriate PPE must be worn
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  • Compensation: $180,000 - $200,000
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