Controller

Hiring for a Controller!

Open to Sr. Accountants looking to take a career step! Great organization that is experiencing growth and looking for an accounting professional with leadership skills to join their team!

Competitive compensation + Bonus + Benefits (85% paid for) + PTO

MUST HAVE QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or CMA preferred.
• 3-5 years of progressive accounting/finance experience.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles (GAAP) and financial reporting.
• Experience in budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and internal controls.
• Hands-on approach with a 'roll-up-your-sleeves' mindset, suitable for a smaller company environment.
• Experience with QuickBooks is beneficial.
• Experience in manufacturing cost accounting is a plus.
• Experience with multi-entity consolidation and/or inter-company transactions is a plus.

Other Skills Desired:

• Strong attention to detail and good analytical skills.
• Ability to analyze and interpret financial data and prepare financial reports.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize workload to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.
• High integrity, discretion, and confidentiality in financial stewardship.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to clearly communicate issues to all levels of management.
• Proactive communication with vendors and customers when needed.
• Team player with the ability to collaborate with team members across the organization.
• Experience in managing a small team, developing staff, and influencing across functions.

Job Description

This position is responsible for overseeing the company's accounting, financial reporting, budgeting/forecasting, cash management, and internal control systems. The role ensures accurate tracking of spending and reporting of customer contract performance through adherence to accounting regulations and standards. The Controller will provide strategic financial insights to support pricing, EVA, ESOP allocations, and operational excellence initiatives while fostering cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, including preparing and reviewing journal entries, reconciliations, and financial statements (income statement, balance sheet, cash flow).
• Develop and maintain accurate and timely financial reporting for management and the owners.
• Manage budgeting and forecasting processes by working with business units or Plant Managers to develop the annual budget and periodic forecasts.
• Oversee cash flow and working capital management, including monitoring cash balances, forecasting liquidity needs, and managing auditor and bank relationships.
• Implement, maintain, and monitor internal controls and accounting policies to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with applicable standards such as GAAP.
• Conduct financial analysis to analyze trends, variances, and unit cost drivers, providing insights and recommendations to improve profitability and operational efficiency.
• Supervise an Accountant, including training, mentoring, and performance management.
• Ensure compliance with tax filings, regulatory requirements, and audit preparations, and liaise with external auditors and tax advisors.
• Collaborate closely with the owner/leadership team to support strategic planning, business performance reviews, investment decisions, and process improvement initiatives.
• Drive accounting system improvements, streamline processes, and increase automation as appropriate for business size.
• Manage vendor and customer setup in QuickBooks Online.
• Track, update, and balance accrual accounts.
• Ensure daily bank matches to QuickBooks and resolve any discrepancies.
• Serve as a backup for ensuring appropriate daily cash flow and intercompany transfers for each entity are completed on time.
• Review timesheets/rates for work related to a project and verify against invoices.
• Adapt responsibilities as the company grows.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of La Salle, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $48.08 - $62.50/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in La Salle,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 22, 2026.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

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