Controller

Dynamic Manufacturing•Hillside, IL

33d•$150,000 - $190,000•Onsite

About The Position

Dynamic Manufacturing is hiring a Controller to join our finance team! Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Controller oversees all accounting operations at our factories and supports consolidated financial reporting across our manufacturing footprint. This is a strategic business partner to Plant Leadership, Operations and executive management. At Dynamic Manufacturing, we offer: An Engaging Work Environment Opportunities for Advancement Tuition Reimbursement Competitive Pay paid weekly Comprehensive Benefits Package & weekly 401(k) Match Generous Paid Time Off, and more! Job Summary: The Controller is responsible for overseeing all accounting operations at our factory and supporting consolidated financial reporting across our manufacturing footprint. Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), this role serves as a strategic business partner to Plant Leadership, Operations, and executive management. The Controller owns the general ledger, financial close process, cost accounting, internal controls, and compliance while driving finance process improvement, digital transformation initiatives, and data-driven decision making across the organization. The ideal candidate combines strong technical accounting expertise with manufacturing and cost accounting experience, a continuous improvement mindset, and the ability to translate financial data into actionable business insights.

Requirements

CPA required
Manufacturing industry experience
Corporate or public accounting experience
Knowledge of tax regulations and compliance
Demonstrated experience leading finance transformation, process improvement, change management, or automation initiatives.
Strong understanding of data analytics, business intelligence, and data visualization tools
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
10+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience
Solid knowledge of US GAAP and internal control frameworks
Proficiency with ERP systems and advanced Excel skills to improve efficiency, controls, and data quality
Experience managing and developing a team
Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills

Responsibilities

Manages the monthly, quarterly, and annual close process, ensuring accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with US GAAP
Oversees balance sheet reconciliations, account analysis, and variance reporting
Owns standard costing, inventory valuation, and variance analysis (labor, material, overhead) for the manufacturing operation
Partners with Operations to analyze plant performance, production costs, and margin trends
Supports annual standard cost setting and periodic cost roll-ups
Acts as a trusted financial advisor to Plant Leadership, and Operations teams by providing analysis and recommendations that improve productivity, inventory management, margin performance, and operational efficiency.
Designs, implements, and maintains a strong internal control environment
Ensures compliance with corporate accounting policies, local statutory requirements, and tax regulations
Coordinates with external auditors and manage the annual audit process
Manages sales & use tax, property tax, and other regulatory filings as applicable
Manages, mentors, and develops the local accounting/finance team (AP, AR, GL)
Fosters a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, innovation, technology adoption, and data-driven decision making
Collaborates cross-functionally with global finance, operations, HR, manufacturing and market development teams
Develops high-performing accounting and finance talent capable of leveraging technology to improve financial performance and business insights.
Champions automation, technology adoption, and process improvements to minimize manual effort and increase the speed, accuracy, and reliability of accounting processes.
Establishes processes for validating financial results with greater frequency and reduced latency to support timely operational and financial reporting.
Supports data governance initiatives through effective management of financial master data, chart of accounts structures, reporting hierarchies, and system controls.
Partners with IT and business stakeholders to improve the extraction, integration, and flow of financial and operational data across systems.
Leverages business intelligence, analytics, and visualization tools to improve reporting capabilities and support data-driven decision making.
Support sthe evaluation and adoption of emerging finance technologies that enhance efficiency, insights, and organizational effectiveness.