Temporary Controller Jobs in Illinois (NOW HIRING)

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Controller to lead the organization's financial operations. This role is responsible for financial reporting, budgeting, cost accounting, cash flow management, inventory controls, and financial planning. The Controller serves as a key business partner to executive leadership, providing financial insight that supports profitable growth and operational excellence.

Essential Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all accounting functions, including accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Develop and recommend financial strategies, objectives, policies, and procedures that support business goals.
• Prepare and present accurate financial statements, forecasts, and management reports.
• Analyze financial performance and provide recommendations to improve profitability and operational efficiency.
• Lead the annual budgeting process and monitor performance against budget objectives.
• Develop, maintain, and improve financial systems, internal controls, and accounting processes.
• Manage cost accounting activities, including standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory valuation.
• Monitor operating cash flow and support working capital management initiatives.
• Oversee inventory management and cycle count programs to ensure inventory accuracy.
• Manage month-end and year-end closing processes.
• Support new business opportunities through quoting analysis, capital investment evaluations, and financial modeling.
• Review customer and supplier contracts for financial and business implications.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory reporting requirements and accounting standards.
• Provide timely financial reporting and analysis to executive leadership.
• Support quality initiatives and continuous improvement efforts across the organization.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Leadership Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting and finance team members.
• Participate in recruiting, hiring, onboarding, and training activities.
• Establish performance expectations and conduct employee evaluations.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Address employee concerns and support effective problem resolution.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field required.
• CPA or CMA designation preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting and finance experience.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment strongly preferred.
• Experience with cost accounting, inventory management, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting required.

Technical Skills

• Strong ERP system experience; Epicor experience is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with advanced Excel skills preferred.
• Experience with payroll, budgeting, and financial planning software is beneficial.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.

Communication Skills

• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to communicate financial information effectively to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.

Preferred Competencies

• Financial planning and analysis
• Cost accounting and standard costing
• Cash flow management
• Budget development and control
• Internal controls and compliance
• Strategic thinking and decision-making
• Process improvement and operational efficiency
• Leadership and team development

Work Environment

This position is primarily office-based with occasional interaction in manufacturing, warehouse, or production environments. The role may require walking through operational areas and participating in inventory-related activities as needed.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement savings plan
• Professional development opportunities
• Collaborative and growth-focused work environment

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Labor Solutions, LLC is a leader in the professional, temporary, and direct hire industry throughout the Midwest area. Our clients range from individual entrepreneurs to large corporations, and while we are big enough to serve Fortune 100 companies, we are small enough to stay nimble in an always-changing market.

Thank you!