About the Role

Controller

Northbrook, IL

$130,000 — $150,000

Deerfield, IL 60015, USA

Step into a Controller role where you’ll influence both accounting and FP&A, lead a team, and drive business performance in a growing global organization.
If you’re ready for a blended leadership role with visibility, stability, and long-term growth—this is worth a conversation.

Controller

Salary: $130,000 – $150,000 + 10% Bonus

Why This Opportunity Stands Out:

• Hybrid flexibility (3 days in-office, 2 remote after onboarding)
• High-impact role blending Accounting and FP&A responsibilities
• Direct leadership over a team of 4 with opportunity to mentor and develop staff
• Strong company stability with long employee tenure
• Exposure to global operations and cross-functional collaboration
• Growth-oriented environment with clear advancement potential
• Competitive benefits with 90% of medical premiums covered
• Consistent merit increases tied to performance
• Strong work culture with employee engagement events and team connectivity

Key Responsibilities for the Controller:

• Lead month-end close and oversee cash management functions
• Manage and develop a team (AR, AP, and Staff Accountant)
• Own budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting processes
• Drive automation and process improvements across finance operations
• Partner with leadership to support business decision-making

Qualifications for the Controller:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 10+ years of accounting experience with 5+ years in leadership
• Experience in industries with tangible assets (inventory and fixed assets required)
• Experience with SAP or large ERP systems preferred