Assistant Controller- Manufacturing- Bridgeview Job at Michael Page in Bridgevie

Growing company with many advancement opportunitiesOpportunity to put your stamp on this role and make decisions with direct impactAbout Our ClientI'm partnered with the CFO at a global, $200M family-owned manufacturer near Bedford Park, IL (4 days onsite, 1 day remote). This client designs and manufactures custom made products for well-known customers. They are now looking to identify an Assistant Controller to join the team as the previous individual has been with the organization for 20+ years and is now looking to retire.Reporting into the Controller with daily communication to the CFO, you will have ownership of the accounting function, while managing a Staff Accountant (who we placed!). As the Assistant Controller, you will also drive key process improvements to create efficiencies within the organization involving month-end, costing, system implementations, and more.Job DescriptionAssistant Controller Responsibilities:Oversee and assist in the creation of various financial statements and reports, ensuring timely monthly financial statements are completed within 5 business days.Manage the implementation and upkeep of accounting records to ensure accurate tracking of receipts and expenditures.Supervise the maintenance of general ledger, revenue allocation, depreciation, costs, property, operating expenses, and insurance records.Lead and engage in cost and inventory analysis activities.Prepare reports and forecasts of projected costs and revenues.Implement system controls for new financial systems and develop procedures to enhance existing systems.Reconcile subsidiary transactional activities to ensure accurate inter-company records.Coordinate the preparation of materials for external audits and external financial reporting.Complete and submit regulatory filings as required by various regulatory agencies.Review financial statements and address any accounting-related inquiries with the Leadership Team.Supervise the implementation and maintenance of new procedures and controls related to accounting, inventory, property, and other areas.Support the development and execution of the annual plan aligned with objectives set by the Leadership Team.MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants. The Successful ApplicantBachelor's Degree in Accounting or FinanceCPA or MBA nice to haveManufacturing experience neededCost accounting experience/exposure nice to haveSmall to mid-sized company revenue size experienceManagement experience nice to haveSAP experience nice to haveProficient Excel skillsStrong communication skills both written and verbalWhat's on OfferCompetitive compensation package10% bonus potentialStrong benefitsHybrid working scheduleWell-established, global companyFast growing companyHighly visible role, partnering with senior leadersTons of mentorship and training from the teamAwesome team cultureContactKevin MannaQuote job refJN-102024-6563535