Business Unit Controller
Job ID: 41501
Sector: Accounting
Employment Type: Permanent
Date Added: 09/14/2025
A global industry leader in the manufacturing space is seeking a Business Unit Controller to join their team! Based in Chicago, this high-visibility role partners directly with division leadership and corporate finance, playing a key role in financial reporting, planning, and operational decision-making. The Controller will lead a multi-site team and continue driving process improvements, making this a dynamic opportunity for a hands-on leader.
Compensation Range: $125,000 – $140,000 base + 10% bonus
Work arrangements: Hybrid, 3 days/week on-site; 25% travel
Highlights:
- High-visibility role with dual reporting into both division leadership and corporate finance
- Opportunity to lead at a pivotal time of transition, with strong backing from a highly supportive interim Controller
- Diverse scope: financial reporting, budgeting, controls, process improvements, and business partnership
- ~25% travel; exposure to multiple regions and leadership teams
- Global stability, strong benefits, and a culture committed to diversity and inclusion
Responsibilities:
- Lead day-to-day finance and accounting functions, including AR/AP, month-end close, reporting, budgeting, and forecasting
- Serve as a key business partner to leadership, providing analysis, insights, and recommendations to drive strategy and objectives
- Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting (Balance Sheet, P&L, Cash Flow) in compliance with US GAAP and internal controls
- Manage and mentor a team of 4–5 across multiple locations, fostering development and succession planning
- Drive process improvements, policy development, and system enhancements to modernize financial operations
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (sales, operations, product support) to support profitability, inventory management, and capital investment decisions
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting required; CPA preferred
- 8+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience in manufacturing, distribution, or industrial environments
- 3+ years of management experience, ideally with multi-site or remote teams
- Strong business partnership skills and ability to work effectively with operational leaders
- Hands-on leadership style with a track record of mentoring and developing staff
- Initiative-driven, with experience leading process and system improvements