Manufacturing Controller

We are seeking a Manufacturing Controller to join our team in the Chicago area. Reporting to the Head of Finance, this role is responsible for overseeing the manufacturing controlling operations.

Main Responsibilities:

• Support a standard costing approach and review variances with the leadership team.
• Harmonize and align labor and machine hourly rate calculations.
• Manage and report monthly capital expenditure spend.
• Maintain cost center and work center data structures and settlement rules.
• Conduct standard and ad hoc cost analysis during actual, rolling forecast, and planning periods.
• Support the budget process by preparing and presenting COGS and other expenses.
• Oversee inventory management, including cycle and physical counts
• Compile and report on obsolete inventory monthly.
• Ensure accurate and timely closing procedures.
• Support balance sheet reconciliations and audits.
• Assist the leadership team in cost reductions and process improvements.
• Drive actions related to Net Working Capital and respective KPIs.
• Follow up with stakeholders to resolve issues promptly.
• Identify and implement improvements in manufacturing accounting.
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies and internal control standards.
• Lead process standardization and harmonization initiatives.
• Support internal and external audit activities.

Desired Experience and Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
• Strong SAP FICO experience desired.
• Good commercial awareness and understanding of business.
• Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with large complex data sets.
• Attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to work well with diverse personalities.

Environmental, Health & Safety Requirements:

• Comply with EHS policy.
• Report unsafe behaviors and conditions.
• Use and maintain personal protective equipment.
• Report accidents and near accidents.
• Comply with environmental and safety rules and policies.
• Participate in activities to safeguard the environment.

Additional Details:

• This position may require business travel (up to 5% annually).

Benefits we offer:

• An innovative, vibrant and agile culture 
• Growth opportunities in a globally successful and dynamic business on a growth trajectory
• Excellent employee benefits including:
  • Medical, dental, vision, Life/AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability
  • Employee Savings Plan / 401k with 100% employer match