Manufacturing Controller

Manufacturing Controller Responsibilities:

• Manage plant cost accounting activities, including standard costing, variance analysis, inventory accounting, and manufacturing performance reporting.
• Drive budgeting, forecasting, and month-end close processes for the facility.
• Partner with operations leadership to improve financial performance, control costs, and support strategic decision-making.
• Provide financial analysis related to capital projects, audits, inventory management, and operational initiatives.
• Develop and maintain KPI dashboards and financial reporting packages, delivering actionable insights on plant performance, cost trends, and operational efficiencies.
• Support inventory control processes, including cycle counts, physical inventory procedures, reconciliations, and audit preparation to ensure accuracy and compliance with company policies.

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High level of exposure to executive leadershipGrowing organization that partners with many well-known food and beverage brands

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related discipline.
• Cost Accounting experience required
• Experience within food manufacturing or consumer products is highly preferred.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and financial reporting tools; ability to quickly learn new systems and processes.
• Advanced Excel and analytical capabilities, with experience developing financial models, reporting tools, and performance metrics.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to translate financial data into meaningful business insights for operations, production, and leadership teams.

I'm partnered with a well-known, rapidly growing manufacturing company near Glendale Heights. Due to continued year-over-year growth and expansion, they're looking to add a Manufacturing Controller to their team.

This is a highly visible role that will oversee the financial performance of manufacturing operations, including budgeting, forecasting, cost analysis, and variance reporting. You'll partner closely with plant and operations leadership to drive profitability, enhance processes, and ensure accurate financial reporting, inventory management, and internal controls.

• Join a growing and innovative organization that partners with leading food and beverage brands across the industry.
• High visibility role with regular interaction with senior leadership and the opportunity to influence key business decisions.
• Competitive compensation package including base salary and performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage.
• Generous paid time off and vacation program designed to support work-life balance.
• 401(k) plan with company-sponsored retirement benefits.
• Opportunity for professional growth and advancement within a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

Apply now and your resume will be considered within 24 hours!