Controller

Charles Industries.•Schaumburg, IL

About The Position

The Controller leads the accounting, IT, and finance functions. The role oversees financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cost management, internal controls, and compliance, and provides fact-based insights for operational and strategic decisions. It also leads business systems, data analytics, and adoption of emerging technologies, including AI, to improve organizational effectiveness. This position has supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.
At least 10 years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership role managing managers.
Manufacturing experience, with a strong command of cost accounting, inventory valuation, and standard costing.
Expert knowledge of US GAAP and internal controls (SOX or equivalent).
Experience reporting to a public-company or multinational parent on a fixed close and forecast calendar.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Excellent communication, leadership, influencing, and negotiation skills.
Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects.
Ability to navigate ambiguity and lead teams and organizations through change.
Strong business acumen and analytical skills, including using data to make informed decisions, solve complex problems, and drive continuous improvement.

Nice To Haves

CPA, CMA, or equivalent professional certification.
MBA or advanced degree in Finance or Business.
Experience overseeing IT, business systems, or BI functions.
Experience with trade compliance, customs, or cross-border operations, such as Mexico.
M&A integration, restructuring, or plant consolidation experience.
ERP implementation leadership.
Experience applying automation or AI to finance processes.

Responsibilities

Deliver accurate, on-time monthly, quarterly, and annual closes under US GAAP and Amphenol reporting requirements.
Oversee and deliver financial reporting to Amphenol Corporate, the group, and the business unit.
Develop and present monthly business review packages with insights and analysis.
Lead monthly forecasting, annual budgeting, and long-range strategic planning for the business unit.
Lead customer and market segment reporting to support strategic decision-making.
Model capital, restructuring, and footprint decisions, including payback and ROI analysis and capital project approval.
Ensure compliance with SOX, COSO controls, and Amphenol financial policies.
Prepare financial information and supporting documentation for tax filings.
Manage internal and external financial audits, sales and use tax audits, income tax audits, and inquiries into revenue recognition, lease accounting, and intercompany transactions.
Oversee trade compliance and ESG environments, including filings and the information environment.
Set IT and BI strategy, including ERP development oversight and steering committee leadership and reporting.
Champion company-wide AI adoption, including governance, center of excellence, ROI calculation, and approval of AI implementation.
Perform other duties as assigned.