Controller

We are looking for an accomplished Controller to lead core finance activities for North American operations in Illinois. This contract-to-permanent opportunity is suited for a detail-oriented individual who can balance strategic financial oversight with hands-on management of reporting, cash flow, compliance, and operational controls. The role will partner closely with business leaders to strengthen financial performance, maintain regulatory alignment, and support sound decision-making across the organization.

Responsibilities:

• Direct regional cash management activities, monitor liquidity needs, and guide actions that protect the organization's financial position.
• Lead receivables oversight by improving collection efforts, reducing aging balances, and helping evaluate customer credit exposure and limit recommendations.
• Supervise payables activity and contribute to working capital improvement initiatives tied to cash conversion and operating efficiency.
• Coordinate the annual budgeting process and periodic forecasting cycles, ensuring submissions are accurate, timely, and aligned with business priorities.
• Analyze financial results against plan, explain material variances, and recommend corrective measures to improve revenue, cost, and capital performance.
• Oversee accounting operations and month-end close activities in accordance with applicable local requirements and international reporting standards.
• Prepare financial statements and supporting disclosures with a strong focus on accuracy, completeness, and statutory compliance.
• Manage tax-related responsibilities, including planning, calculation, filing support, payments, and recoveries in line with relevant regulations.
• Partner with internal and external auditors by organizing documentation, addressing findings, and driving resolution of control or compliance gaps.
• Maintain finance policies, strengthen internal controls, and support risk assessment activities to reinforce governance across the function.