[ref. e49537521] Assistant Controller - Hybrid - Mundelein, IL - Michael Page
About Our Client
I'm partnered with the CFO at a high growth, privately held, global, manufacturer of world-class products located near Vernon Hills, IL. The company is growing through strategic acquisitions to grow their manufacturing footprint, and are now seeking to add an Assistant Controller to the team!
Reporting into the Controller with daily communication to the CFO, you will have full ownership of the Accounting & Finance function, while leading and mentoring a team of 5+ individuals. As the Assistant Controller, you will also drive key process improvements to create efficiencies within the organization involving month-end, costing, system implementations, and more.
Job Description
Controller Responsibilites:
- Manage a team of 5+ individuals
- Foster continuous improvement in cost accounting to enhance the precision, depth, and practical application of cost data
- Oversight of month end close processes
- Oversee day-to-day A/R and A/P functions
- Manage the accumulation and consolidation of all financial data necessary for an accurate accounting of consolidated business results.
- Assessing current accounting operations and evaluating and improving internal control systems.
- Ensuring that effective internal controls are in place to ensure compliance with GAAP and applicable federal, state and local regulatory laws and for financial reporting.
- Support the activities of the outside CPA firm(s)
- Prepare monthly financial stetments for internal and external distribution
MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.
The Successful Applicant- Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance
- Manufacturing experience
- Cost accounting experience
- Management experience
- 5+ years of relevant experience
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Competitive compensation package, including base and bonuse
- Strong benefits package
- Fast growing company
- Ample room to progress your career internally or within another business unit/division
- Highly visible role, partnering with senior leaders
- Awesome team culture
- Opportunitiy to put a stamp in this role
Apply now and your resume will be considered within 24 hours