Bloomingdale, Illinois
Corporate Controller Job Opening in Bloomingdale, Illinois - This position reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer and partners with the other functions of the company.
Key Responsibilities
Align with the CFO in overseeing all of the financial aspects of the business
Manage the General Ledger including the preparation of monthly consolidated financial statements
- Lead the monthly closing process by ensuring that all revenue and expenses are properly accounted for in the appropriate periods
- Ensure proper and accurate closing of Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable
- Prepare monthly financial statements and monthly business unit reporting package
- Review and explain variances and partner with business unit leadership to lead the operations review
- Complete account analysis and account reconciliations
Prepare monthly P&L forecasts
Manage and forecast cash flow / debt reduction on a weekly basis
Lead the preparation of Year-End Financial Statements; coordinate and work closely with the external auditors to complete the annual audit, including the preparation of audit schedules
Prepare information for partner bank, including covenant calculations; work closely with bankers on both the credit side and treasury management
Lead the process of preparing the annual budgets for the consolidated business unit and all defined cost centers
Oversee the Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable and Payroll functions
Monitor and analyze inventory reporting and ensures accuracy of inventory valuation
Manage fixed asset activity including capital expenditure requests, justification analysis and post-purchase review
Partner with business unit leadership and the CFO to increase efficiency, profitability and to drive continuous improvement
Provide support to department managers in costing analysis which includes labor, material cost and overhead
Enforce the company?s Accounting and Financial policies and procedures; develop additional policies and procedures, as necessary
Assist CFO with annual renewal of insurance programs
Work with the CFO in preparation of reporting required for board meetings
Compile information necessary in the preparation of the annual income tax return as well as quarterly estimated tax payments
Complete other assignments as requested
Characteristics & Attributes
Software knowledge: Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel (Word and PowerPoint are pluses) and experience with ERP and accounting systems
Ability to handle multiple tasks and function in a team-oriented, fast-paced, matrix environment
Strong problem-solving and analytical reasoning skills with a key attribute being attention to detail and accuracy
Motivational leader supervising a local team of 3 - 5 accounting personnel
Strong communication skills including listening, verbal, written and presentation
Education & Experience
BS or BA in Accounting or Finance is required
CPA is a plus
8 - 12 years of progressive experience in accounting, preferably in a manufacturing environment
3+ years of experience leading a financial team
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $100,000.00 to $110,000.00 /year
Required education:
Bachelor's
Required experience:
Accounting: 8 years
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