Job Description
Controller Position
I'm currently partnering with a multi-million dollar manufacturing organization near Elgin, IL on a Controller opening for their accounting function. The role reports directly into the CFO and will act as a hands-on leader with exposure to all aspects of the business to leave a meaningful impact. The Controller will be consolidating multiple entities, overseeing the accounting processes, and helping cross-functional leaders to better understand the financial performance of their business.
Controller Responsibilities
Controller Responsibilities:
- Oversee day-to-day accounting operations and ensure the accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting.
- Lead the consolidation of financial statements across multiple entities.
- Review financial results across the various businesses and provide insights into performance, trends, and opportunities for improvement.
- Partner closely with senior leaders to support financial planning, analysis, and strategic business decisions.
- Maintain strong internal controls and ensure the integrity of financial data and reporting processes.
- Identify opportunities to improve accounting procedures, streamline processes, and increase operational efficiency.
- Provide broad oversight and support across Finance, IT, and HR functions as needed.
- Take a hands-on approach to problem-solving while maintaining a broader perspective on the company's financial and operational performance.
- Manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment while meeting deadlines and maintaining a high level of accuracy.
MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.
The Successful Applicant
Controller Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- Strong ERP/accounting system experience
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
- 5+ years of leadership/management experience
- Solid understanding of AI and its business applications
- Multi-entity and/or multi-subsidiary accounting experience
- Strong accounting and finance background
What's on Offer
- Competitive compensation package with bonus
- 10% 401k match
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health, retirement, and wellness offerings
- Stable and growing organization with strong long-term career opportunities
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact and influence key business initiatives
- Clear paths for career advancement and internal growth
- High visibility across the organization with direct exposure to senior leadership
- Hands-on role with broad exposure across accounting and finance functions
- Collaborative, team-oriented culture that values employee development and success
- Supportive leadership team committed to mentorship and professional growth
Apply now and your resume will be considered within 24 hours!
Contact Molly Murphy Quote job ref JN-102026-7124096
Job Summary
Sector: Accounting
Sub Sector: Financial Controller
Industry: Industrial / Manufacturing
Where: Elgin
Contract Type: Permanent
Consultant name: Molly Murphy
Job Reference: JN-102026-7124096
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Elgin, IL |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Salary | $140,000–$165,000 Per Year |
| Company Size | 10,000 employees or more |
| Website | https://www.michaelpage.ca/ |
About Company
Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.
Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job.
In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas:
Banking and financial services
Digital and e-commerce
Engineering and manufacturing
Finance and accounting
Human resources
Information technology
Marketing
Oil and gas
Procurement and supply chain
Property and construction
Sales
An Established Brand
The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry.
A Market Leader
The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world.
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