Controller
Creative Financial Staffing
Schaumburg, IL · Posted November 3, 2026
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About the job
Controller
Our client, a fast-growing operating company, of a global, well-respected manufacturing organization is seeking a Controller. This role will report directly into the CFO and manage a team of direct and indirect reports.
Why Apply for the Controller Positon:
Top performing company, great margins
Opportunity for growth
Stable and growing company- constantly acquiring new companies which creates additional opportunity.
Smart and talented team
Opportunity to make an impact and add value
High visibility
Several examples of internal promotion- opportunity to build your career, lots of upward mobility.
Competitive salary and benefits
Essential Responsibilities of the Controller:
Lead the monthly financial processes for financial closing, unabsorbed reconciliation, inventory reconciliation, general ledger entries (as required), standard cost reconciliation and changes in PP&E and forecast adjustments to business plan and monthly reporting. This position is responsible for driving our working capital to meet business objectives.
Ensure all accounting activities comply with GAAP, and sound business practice. Sarbanes-Oxley business process owner for the facility and will coordinate and drive the annual SOX process for the entity.
Plan, direct, and coordinate all accounting operational functions. Coordinate internal financial statements. Coordinate activities of external auditors. Ensure timely, accurate, and reliable consolidation of monthly financial reporting. Directly support key strategic rationalization, growth, acquisition, and divestiture projects.
Provide proactive analysis and reporting of key metrics, making recommendations on corrective actions and enforcing budget accountability. Provide legal oversight of the Business, including manage all contracts, with support of Timken legal, including any patent or other legal documentation.
Evaluate and monitor labor, material, and overhead costs. Coordinate and manage standards revaluations. Provide guidance/assistance on capital budgets and prepare Appropriation Requests.
Preferred Qualifications of the Controller:
10+ years of previous experience
CPA preferred
Manufacturing experience preferred
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