Enterprise Controller - Manufacturer - Naperville, IL

Enterprise Controller

I'm currently partnered with the CFO of a multi-million-dollar manufacturing organization located near Naperville, IL, who is looking to add an Enterprise Controller to support five business units across the company. This individual will serve as a key partner to the CFO, helping drive alignment and standardization across all units. They will be responsible for leading the month-end close process and establishing consistent reporting standards across the organization.

Job Description

Enterprise Controller Responsibilities:

• Lead accounting and reporting activities across five separate business units, ensuring adherence to GAAP and internal governance standards.
• Act as the primary controller for select operating entities, overseeing their full-cycle accounting and reporting responsibilities.
• Own and continuously enhance the month-end close process, with a focus on improving speed, accuracy, and financial insight.
• Ensure consistent use of accrual accounting principles and standardization of journal entries, reconciliations, and supporting schedules across all entities.
• Prepare and deliver consolidated financial statements on a timely basis, including income statement, balance sheet, and cash flow reporting.
• Perform detailed variance analysis and explain key financial drivers, identifying performance trends and recommending corrective actions.
• Serve as the primary owner and expert for historical and actual financial reporting.
• Coordinate consolidated budgeting efforts, including ownership of fixed cost inputs and other key budget assumptions.
• Design, implement, and maintain robust internal control frameworks to protect assets and ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Develop and maintain standardized accounting policies and procedures across all business units to ensure consistency and alignment.
• Conduct ongoing risk assessments and recommend enhancements to strengthen financial and operational controls.
• Lead the year-end audit process, acting as the main point of contact for external auditors, coordinating schedules, and ensuring timely completion of deliverables.
• Partner with external tax advisors to support federal and state tax filings, estimated payments, and shareholder distributions.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with all regulatory, statutory, and financial reporting requirements.
• Manage enterprise cash activities, including daily cash positioning, intercompany transfers, and liquidity optimization.
• Maintain and strengthen banking relationships, including oversight of signatory structures, credit facilities, and payment approval processes.
• Build and maintain a rolling 13-week cash flow forecast as well as longer-term liquidity models to support strategic planning.
• Drive improvements in working capital efficiency across receivables, payables, and inventory management.
• Manage the annual insurance renewal process in partnership with brokers and leadership to ensure appropriate coverage at competitive terms.
• Oversee corporate risk management initiatives to ensure financial protection and policy compliance across the organization.
• Lead efforts to streamline accounting operations, enhance ERP/system utilization, and reduce manual processes through automation.
• Mentor and develop accounting team members across business units, fostering a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement.

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 Applicant

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• 6+ years of relevant experience
• Experience overseeing multiple business units and managing consolidations
• Hands-on ownership of the month-end close (not just delegating)
• Prior management experience
• Manufacturing industry experience (larger company preferred)
• ERP system experience
• Public accounting experience (preferred, not required)
• Private equity-backed company experience (preferred, not required)
• Experience with job costing and WIP (preferred)

What's on Offer

• Competitive compensation package + bonus eligibility
• Hybrid schedule (1 day remote)
• Comprehensive, strong benefits package
• Stable, fast-growing organization with long-term upside
• Opportunity to oversee multiple business units and make a meaningful impact
• Strong internal mobility with clear paths for advancement
• High visibility and direct interaction with senior leadership
• Collaborative, positive team culture