Controller

CFS

Itasca, IL

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Auditing, Budget Management, Business Case, Capital Analysis, Capital Expenditure (CAPEX), Certified Management Accountant (CMA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Communication Skills, Compensation and Benefits, Continuous Improvement, Corporate Policies, Cost Accounting, Cost Control, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Expense Analysis, External Audit, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Control, Financial Management, Financial Operations, Financial Reporting, Financial Statements, Financial Strategy, Forecasting, General Ledger Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Health Plan, Inventory Management, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Mentoring, Microsoft Excel, NetSuite, Operational Audit, Operations Management, Oracle, Payroll Tax, Performance Analysis, Plant Management, Problem Solving Skills, Profit & Loss, Relationship Management, SAP, Standards Development, Tax Regulations, Team Player, Variance Analysis
LOCATION
Itasca, IL
POSTED
4 days ago

Controller

Overview:


We are seeking an experienced Controller to lead the accounting and financial operations of our growing packaging company. This role will oversee all financial reporting, internal controls, cost accounting, and compliance functions, while partnering with leadership to drive profitability and operational efficiency. The ideal candidate has strong manufacturing or packaging industry experience and a hands-on leadership style.

Why Work Here:




  • Industry Stability: Join a thriving company in a growing, essential industry




  • Impactful Role: Influence strategic financial decisions and operational success




  • Supportive Culture: Team-oriented environment focused on collaboration and continuous improvement




  • Competitive Package: Strong compensation, health benefits, retirement plans, and performance incentives





Key Responsibilities of the Controller:




  • Oversee all aspects of accounting operations including general ledger, AP/AR, payroll, and tax compliance




  • Manage month-end and year-end close processes and prepare financial statements




  • Maintain accurate inventory valuation and lead standard cost development and variance analysis




  • Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and corporate policies




  • Prepare and manage budgets, forecasts, and financial analyses for operational performance




  • Partner with operations and plant management to support cost control and margin improvement




  • Lead audits and manage relationships with external auditors and tax advisors




  • Supervise and mentor accounting staff, fostering growth and accountability




  • Support capital expenditure analysis and business case development for equipment or facility investments





Qualifications for the Controller:




  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA or CMA preferred)




  • 7+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, with at least 2 years in a Controller or similar leadership role




  • Experience in the packaging, manufacturing, or industrial goods industry




  • Strong knowledge of GAAP, cost accounting, and inventory management




  • Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and Microsoft Excel




  • Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills



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About the Company

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CFS

Founded by CPA firms in 1994, Creative Financial Staffing has spent over 30 years helping job seekers and employers succeed. In fall 2025, we rebranded as CFS—a name that reflects our full range of expertise while staying true to the trusted company you know.

CFS is the industry’s leading employee-owned staffing firm, connecting top talent in accounting, finance, technology, and human resources. We provide skilled professionals on both a temporary and permanent basis across diverse industries, leveraging our extensive network to match the right people with the right opportunities.

Our dedication to excellence extends to our award-winning culture, recognized repeatedly for growth, recruiting, workplace environment, and employee support. Honors include Forbes’ “America’s Best Recruiting and Temporary Staffing Firms,” Staffing Industry Analysts’ top U.S. staffing rankings, FlexJobs’ Top 100 Companies for Remote and Hybrid Work, Top Workplaces USA, Newsweek’s Best Practices awards, and more.

COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Financial Services
FOUNDED
1994
WEBSITE
http://www.cfstaffing.com/