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Controller

Carl Buddig and Company
Homewood, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 3/3/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/27/2025

This highly visible position will be responsible for the operational accounting for two Food Manufacturing sites and lead the back office accounts payable, accounts receivable operations and staff accounting. This is a key position that will have an opportunity to make an impact and provide leadership and direction with business partners at all levels of the organization. The position will be responsible for the development, implementation and maintenance of a system of information, processes and controls to effectively manage and control the financial impact of operational transactions. The position will have a heavy focus on systems, cost and inventory control. The controller will be a key leader in the organization. This role reports directly to the Director of Finance and

Controls and Analysis :

  • Proficient in the application of US GAAP.
  • Maintain integrity of Inventory : implements controls, oversees monthly and annual inventory counts, and develop processes to increase the accuracy of the perpetual inventory.
  • Build an in-depth understanding of the manufacturing layouts and processes, systems and standards to identify inconsistencies and irregularities in operational costs / inefficiencies and help improve the financials by providing data-driven advice to Company leadership.
  • Assess current accounting operations and leverage technology to offer recommendations for implementing new processes to improve data reliability.
  • Act as the primary point of contact with external auditors and coordinate the year-end audit for the business unit.
  • Analyze and accurately report operational financial results to the business units and Corporate management.
  • Responsible for cost analysis and reporting : analyze costs, prepare variance reports, and provide insights to optimize profitability.
  • Develop and monitor operational business performance metrics.

Budgeting and Forecasting :

  • Support FP&A in budget creation, forecasts, cost analysis, movement of inventory, understand purchasing price impact on commodity costs.
  • Play a key leadership role on two Business Unit management teams.
  • Other projects as needed.
  • Process Improvement :

  • Continuously assess and improve processes, identifying opportunities for automation and efficiency.
  • Lead projects related to improving Standard Costing efficiencies.
  • Leadership, Collaboration & Training :

  • Provides leadership and development and training to staff and peers.
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams (Family Office, Sales, Marketing, Finance, Treasury, Supply Chain, Engineering, Purchasing, HR, IT) to ensure data requirements are met and maintained.
  • Provide training and support to users and data stewards on master data standards and best practices.
  • Knowledge and Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics or related field. CPA a plus.
  • 7 years of experience in a Manufacturing environment including Cost Accounting or Inventory Accounting or a similar role, preferably in the Consumer Product Goods Industry.
  • Strong financial modeling skills using excel.
  • Ability to distill complex financial information into a narrative that drives decision-making.
  • Collaborative attitude with the ability to establish solid partnerships across all levels of the organization.
  • Experience with ERP systems and familiarity with planning systems.
  • Proficiency in working with Microsoft D365 is a plus and Planning tools such as Planful, Hyperion, etc.
  • Prior experience working with multiple databases and pulling data from different sources.
  • Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Economics or related field. CPA a plus.
  • 7 years of experience in a Manufacturing environment including Cost Accounting or Inventory Accounting or a similar role, preferably in the Consumer Product Goods Industry.
  • Strong financial modeling skills using excel.
  • Ability to distill complex financial information into a narrative that drives decision-making.
  • Collaborative attitude with the ability to establish solid partnerships across all levels of the organization.
  • Experience with ERP systems and familiarity with planning systems.
  • Proficiency in working with Microsoft D365 is a plus and Planning tools such as Planful, Hyperion, etc.
  • Prior experience working with multiple databases and pulling data from different sources.
  • Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills.
  • Benefits for this role include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, FSA, HSA, 401(k) Plan with Company Match, Vacation & PTO, and Tuition Reimbursement. There is also a potential for a discretionary bonus this bonus is based on personal & company performance and is not a guaranteed bonus plan.

    Pay range for this position is $160,000 to $175,000 depending on experience.

    Salary : $160,000 - $175,000

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