Details

Location
Geneva IL
Date Posted
3/27/2026

Job Description

Our client, a leading $30M+ manufacturer of custom industrial equipment, is seeking a hands-on Controller to lead their finance and accounting functions. This is a critical "multiple hats" role, reporting to the executive team and managing a dedicated staff of three.

The ideal candidate thrives in a job-shop environment and possesses a deep understanding of standard and job costing within the manufacturing sector.


Key Responsibilities

  • Financial Leadership: Direct oversight of all accounting functions, including financial reporting, budgeting, cash management, and expense control.

  • Strategic Analysis: Lead the reporting, analysis, and explanation of financial results to the management team to drive business decisions.

  • Operations Management: Manage banking relationships, risk management, human resources, and all internal/external audits.

  • System Integrity: Oversee and optimize the use of the ERP system to ensure accurate data and reporting.

  • Team Development: Provide mentorship and leadership to a small, specialized team handling transactional accounting and payroll.


Required Qualifications

  • Industry Experience: 10–15+ years of accounting experience strictly within a manufacturing environment.

  • Functional Expertise: Proven experience with cost accounting (job costing preferred)

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting is required; CPA is preferred.


Compensation & Benefits

  • Salary Target: $130,000 +/- (commensurate with experience) plus bonus potential.

  • Benefits: Comprehensive package

  • Culture: A stable, growing organization