Site Controller

Crane Company•Bolingbrook, IL

22h•$120,000 - $150,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Site Controller will support the VP/GM and other key managers at the Bolingbrook location. Supporting the leadership team with a strategic mindset and a hands-on approach to financial leadership. The Site Controller will have primary responsibility for the day-to-day financial operations, including accounting, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and compliance for approximately 45 associates at the Bolingbrook, IL location. They will collaborate with the VP/GM to understand the strategy of the business and ensure the financial infrastructure is aligned to support key deliverables and profitable growth. They will also manage the Staff Accountant, and Accounting Clerk, and own the IC process for their team.

Requirements

Minimum 7 years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including leadership roles.
Strong knowledge of GAAP, internal controls, and financial reporting standards.
Proven experience in cost accounting, budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across functions.
Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage multiple priorities, and drive results in a dynamic environment.
High integrity and commitment to ethical standards aligned with Crane’s core values.
Experience supporting a VP/GM or equivalent with P&L responsibility.
Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced Excel skills.
Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, or related field required.

Nice To Haves

CPA or CMA certification preferred.
Master’s degree is a plus.

Responsibilities

Partner with the VP of Finance and VP/GM to align financial strategy with business objectives and drive profitable growth.
Lead the development and execution of financial plans, including budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning.
Provide financial insights and recommendations to support strategic decision-making and operational efficiency.
Championing the Crane Business System by enforcing standard work, driving kaizen activities, and ensuring financial processes support continuous improvement.
Serve as a key advisor to the site leadership team, offering financial guidance and challenging assumptions to ensure sound business decisions.
Own the IC process for the business’s finance function and hold managers accountable for the Strategy -> Structure -> People approach to achieving operational excellence and talent outcomes.
Lead and manage the finance team’s IC process to achieve business performance objectives and provide growth and development for our associates.
Anticipate future trends and respond to the evolving needs of the finance organization by planning, creating, implementing, and evaluating innovative tactics to recruit top financial talent.
Master Crane’s recruiting and onboarding processes and provide ongoing reinforcement of Crane’s interview methodology; accountable to ensure finance leadership understands and properly executes the process, resulting in sound hiring decisions.
Ensure accurate market pricing of finance roles, working with the corporate Compensation team and appropriate external survey sources to ensure fairness.
Oversee and provide input to offers and salary assessments for finance team members to ensure competitive and equitable offerings aligned with company policies and market trends.
Lead the development and execution of incentive and bonus programs that drive individual and team performance within the finance function.
Stay abreast of market trends in finance compensation and benefits for consideration in future program designs.
Ensure meaningful recognition of finance associates, whether it be for milestone anniversaries, retirements, or other Business Unit celebrations.
Oversee the training and completion of quality documentation and conversations for both mid-year and year-end performance assessments within the finance team.
Implement and facilitate training and development programs tailored to the needs of the finance function in conjunction with standard offerings and training requirements for Crane.
Ensure appropriate actions are taken when individual performance levels are not achieved or sustained.
Cascade Corporate-wide programs, such as Culture of Equality workshops, facilitate rich discussions in partnership with finance leadership.
Run the BU quarterly IC review cadence with their team, as well as participate in Annual IC Deep Dive with the Corporate Executive Team.
Oversee all accounting operations, including general ledger, cost accounting, accounts payable/receivable, and financial reporting.
Ensure timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and year-end closings in accordance with GAAP and corporate policies.
Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with SOX, tax regulations, and other financial requirements.
Lead external audit preparation and coordination, ensuring timely and accurate responses to auditor inquiries.
Manage and develop a high-performing finance team, including Staff Accountant and Accounting Clerk.
Foster a culture of accountability, continuous learning, and operational excellence.
Provide coaching and mentorship to team members, ensuring alignment with Crane’s Intellectual Capital (IC) process and talent development goals.
Oversee cost accounting functions, including standard labor cost development, variance analysis, and inventory valuation.
Collaborate with operations and supply chain to monitor cost performance and identify improvement opportunities.
Analyze financial data and KPIs to support business decisions and drive cost containment initiatives.
Lead ERP system enhancements and ensure financial systems support accurate reporting and efficient operations.
Identify and implement process improvements to streamline financial workflows and enhance data integrity.