Controller

Controller - West Chicago, IL

Salary: $130,000 – $165,000 + Full Benefits, PTO, 401K + Match and More

For decades, our company has built a strong reputation designing and manufacturing outdoor recreational equipment trusted by customers nationwide. What started with a commitment to quality craftsmanship and innovative engineering has grown into a recognized leader known for reliability, performance, and continuous improvement.

We are seeking a Controller to play a key role in guiding the company’s financial strategy and supporting operational success. This position goes beyond traditional accounting oversight — serving as a strategic partner to senior leadership while helping drive financial visibility, process improvement, and sustainable growth across the organization.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who thrives in a manufacturing environment, enjoys collaborating cross-functionally, and wants to make a visible impact within a growing organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of 5 employees across all accounting operations
• Oversee the monthly close process and financial consolidation for multiple locations while providing technical accounting guidance to staff
• Prepare, analyze, and present accurate and timely financial reports, including monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
• Partner with senior leadership to develop, administer, and monitor financial plans and budgets, keeping leadership informed of organizational financial performance
• Direct all accounting functions, including policy development, financial systems improvements, and operational management
• Establish and maintain strong internal financial and operational controls, ensuring timely reporting to executive leadership
• Ensure compliance with GAAP and corporate accounting policies; monitor regulatory changes and manage organizational impact
• Develop and implement structured reporting cadence and performance metrics to proactively assess business performance
• Manage fixed asset accounting, including inventory control and depreciation schedules

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting (required)
• Minimum of 6+ years of progressive accounting experience, currently holding a Controller title or similar, with demonstrated management experience.
• Manufacturing industry experience required
• Experience supervising core accounting functions including: Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable/Invoicing, Inventory Accounting and Payroll
• Strong business and financial acumen with sound judgment and decision-making skills
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Engaging, collaborative management style

Corporate Resources, on behalf of our client located in West Chicago, IL, is hiring a Controller.