US Controller

US Controller Naperville, IL $175,000 — $190,000 Posted 2 weeks ago US Controller - Relocation Step into the top U.S. accounting leadership role for a manufacturing business preparing for its next chapter. This hands-on Controller opportunity offers real influence, operational partnership, and direct exposure to private equity exit readiness.

Salary:

175,000 to 190,000 plus 20% to 25% bonus

Relocation Package Why This Opportunity Stands Out:

• Serve as the #1 U.S. accounting leader with end-to-end ownership and visibility
• Play a key role in preparing the business for a future private equity exit
• Partner directly with manufacturing and operations leaders to drive cost visibility and plant performance
• Lead accounting transformation, process improvements, and system enhancements
• Hands-on role for leaders who prefer to own the work, not just review it
• Develop and mentor an accounting team with a clear focus on succession planning
• Platform role where your decisions will shape how the business scales and operates long term
• Based in the Twin Cities area — offering a high quality of life , strong professional community, and a cost of living meaningfully lower than most major metros.

Must live in IL to be considered Key Responsibilities for the

US Controller:

• Own U.S. accounting operations, including general ledger, financial close, and reporting
• Lead month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close with accuracy and timeliness
• Oversee accounting across two U.S. manufacturing facilities and corporate functions
• Direct AP, AR, general accounting, and cost accounting activities
• Partner with operations to improve manufacturing cost visibility
• Identify and resolve historical reconciliation issues, process gaps, and control weaknesses
• Support audit readiness and financial discipline in a PE-backed environment Qualifications for the

US Controller:

• Prior experience as a Controller or senior accounting leader
• Strong manufacturing and cost accounting background
• Proven ownership of full general ledger and close processes
• Multi-plant manufacturing accounting experience #USController #AccountingJobs #FinanceJobs EB-9615483230