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Manufacturing Controller
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A Controller directs and oversees the treasury of a government, private corporation or non-profit organization, and may oversee the investment of funds. Supervises the quality of accounting and financial reporting within an organization, and directs preparation of reports that show the financial position of an organization.
$152,686 / year median in Illinois
+6% projected growth
Job Description
Manufacturing Controller Downers Grove, IL $110,000 — $130,000 Posted 2 weeks ago Downers Grove, IL 60515, USA Take on a high-impact Manufacturing Controller role where you'll partner directly with plant leadership and influence both North American and global operations—all within a stable, growth-oriented company that values internal promotion and long-term careers. Manufacturing Controller (Hybrid)
Salary:
$110K-$130K Why This Opportunity Stands Out:
- Hybrid schedule (4 days onsite) offering flexibility and strong collaboration
- High-visibility role with direct exposure to plant and global leadership
- Strong total rewards package including 4 weeks PTO and 8% 401(k) match
- Clear focus on promoting from within and long-term career advancement
- Opportunity to directly impact profitability, cost structure, and operations
- Stable, established company with 100+ years of industry leadership
- Collaborative, family-oriented culture with strong tenure across teams
- Exposure to multi-site and international manufacturing operations Key Responsibilities for the
Manufacturing Controller:
- Lead standard costing, product costing, and cost-setting processes
- Analyze cost variances (material, labor, overhead) and drive improvements
- Oversee inventory accounting, valuation, and optimization initiatives
- Support budgeting, forecasting, monthly close, and margin analysis
- Partner with operations leadership to improve profitability and efficiency
- Evaluate capital investments including ROI analysis and performance tracking Qualifications for the
Manufacturing Controller:
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting (MBA or CPA preferred)
- 5+ years of manufacturing finance or cost accounting experience
- Strong expertise in standard costing, inventory, and financial analysis
- Advanced Excel skills and ERP system experience required #ManufacturingController #AccountingJobs #FinanceJobs #