Controller - Food Manufacturing - Cicero, IL

Highly Visible Opportunity - working regularly with Sr. Leadership!Opportunity to put your stamp on this role and make decisions with direct impactAbout Our ClientI'm partnered with the CFO at a multi-million dollar leading distribution company. Our client is experiencing immense company growth and operational expansion through key strategic initiatives. Due to this growth, they are now looking to find a Controller to join their team near Cicero, IL to take ownership over the month-end close, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and other daily accounting functions.Job DescriptionController Responsibilities:Coordinate month-end and year-end closing procedures and perform necessary accruals, adjustments, and reconciliations to ensure accurate financial reporting.Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations and internal controls.Coordinate and facilitate internal and external audits, providing necessary documentation and addressing audit findings.Monitor cash flow, including cash inflows and outflows, and manage working capital. Make recommendations for cash flow optimization and maintain relationships with banks and financial institutions.Oversee the general ledger and ensure proper classification and coding of financial transactions. Review and reconcile accounts, resolve discrepancies, and maintain accurate financial recordsManage both the AR and AP teams to ensure timely and accurate work is completed 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 Accounting5+ years of experience in AccountingManagement/Supervisory ExperienceCost Accounting & Inventory ExperienceCPA or MBA preferredStrong understanding of GAAP, SOX, and other regulatory requirementsExcellent analytic, problem-solving, and communication skillsKey attention to detailAdvanced knowledge of Microsoft ExcelWhat's on OfferHighly competitive compensation packageStrong benefits401k matchAmple room to progress your career within the organizationHighly visible role, partnering with senior leadershipMentorship from the CFOAwesome team cultureContactMatt ConroyQuote job refJN-092024-6542750