Assistant Controller

Our client, a growing manufacturing company, is seeking an experienced Assistant Controllerto lead manufacturing cost accounting, pricing strategy, profitability analysis, and corporate accounting functions. This role will partner closely with operations, supply chain, and commercial leadership to drive financial performance, improve margins, and support strategic decision-making across multiple facilities.

Key Responsibilities:

Manufacturing Cost Accounting

• Manage standard costing, BOMs, inventory valuation, and manufacturing overhead allocations within the ERP system.
• Analyze manufacturing variances including labor, material usage, yields, scrap, and production efficiency.
• Partner with plant leadership to identify cost reduction and operational improvement opportunities.
• Support inventory controls, reconciliations, and financial accuracy across manufacturing locations.

Corporate Accounting & Financial Reporting

• Support month-end and year-end close activities, including journal entries, reconciliations, and financial reporting.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, accounting policies, and GAAP standards.
• Support external audits and financial reporting requirements.

Systems & Reporting

• Maintain financial and operational data integrity across ERP and manufacturing systems.
• Develop KPI reporting and financial dashboards for leadership teams.
• Support process improvements, reporting automation, and ERP enhancements.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• 5–7+ years of experience in cost accounting, manufacturing finance, or corporate accounting.
• CPA or CMA certification is a plus.

Additional Information:

• Daily onsite presence required in Elgin, IL.
• Occasional travel to regional manufacturing facilities may be required.

Adams Dearborn is a Chicago based professional staffing and executive search firm. We specialize in: Accounting and Finance, Human Resources, Engineering, and Supply Chain.