Business Partner Controller

Controller – Chicagoland Division (Corporate HQ, NW Suburbs) Are you looking for a high-impact leadership role with one of the largest privately held companies in the Chicagoland area? This Fortune-sized business has revenues exceeding $4B, operates 12 divisions across the U.S., and has built its success through long-term stability, growth, and a leadership team that has been together for decades. This is a rare opportunity to step into a Controller role at the corporate headquarters in Park Ridge, IL, overseeing the Chicagoland division with $1B+ in annual sales . You’ll work closely with the CFO (who has been with the company for 20+ years) and senior leadership in a company where finance truly has a seat at the table. The outgoing Controller is retiring after more than 5 years in the role and will provide a smooth transition for the right candidate. Why Join? Stability & Growth: Be part of a privately held, multi-billion-dollar industry leader with a long-tenured executive team. High Visibility: Direct exposure to the CFO, CEO, and COO at the corporate office. Impactful Role: Own the financials for operations exceeding $1B in sales while influencing company-wide initiatives. Career Security: No travel required—enjoy stability and work-life balance in a headquarters environment. Comprehensive Package: Competitive base salary ($120K–$150K) plus bonus (5–15% tied to company performance) and full benefits. Key Responsibilities Lead the closing process and oversee financial operations for Chicago-based divisions, including poultry processing, further processing, cold storage, and the Park Ridge corporate office. Prepare and analyze monthly P&Ls, inventory, and cost of sales (~$25M in inventory). Supervise a team of 3 (A/R, A/P, Cash Receipts) and collaborate cross-functionally with Plant Managers, Payroll, and Corporate Accounting. Provide weekly P&L forecasts to the CFO and deliver reports across multiple stakeholders. Partner with external auditors and bankers on annual audits. Manage daily cash reconciliations and monthly ledger account reconciliations. Maintain fixed asset records for all company locations (annualized capex ~$125M). Contribute as a member of the corporate committee on group health insurance renewals, including preparing annual budgets for all locations. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field (CPA preferred). 7+ years of progressive accounting experience, with strong cost accounting, inventory, and manufacturing/processing industry exposure preferred. Prior leadership experience with direct reports. Strong GAAP knowledge, attention to detail, and ability to work closely with operations and senior leadership. Excellent communication and analytical skills, with a proactive, hands-on approach. #J-18808-Ljbffr Confidential Careers