Director, Controller
Location: Rosemont, IL Type: Direct Hire Job #28676 Salary: $175,000 IFG-US is partnering with a global, multi-segment organization to identify a Director, Controller to support one of its key business segments. This role will serve as a critical accounting leader within a complex, decentralized environment, driving consistency, compliance, and operational insight across multiple business units. Reporting into senior segment leadership, this individual will play a hands-on role in technical accounting, policy implementation, and financial oversight, while helping build out team capabilities and strengthen processes across the segment. Key Responsibilities: Provide technical accounting leadership across the segment, ensuring alignment with US GAAP and internal policies Oversee close processes, financial reporting, and balance sheet/income statement reviews Lead complex accounting areas, including revenue recognition (POC), inventory, leases, and standard costing Drive audit readiness, SOX compliance, and remediation of control gaps Partner with operational leaders to translate financial data into actionable business insights Champion process improvements and support ongoing build-out of the finance function Requirements: CPA required 8+ years of progressive accounting/finance experience, including leadership exposure Background in industrial or manufacturing environments strongly preferred Public accounting foundation (or mix of public + industry) Strong technical accounting knowledge across key US GAAP areas Proven ability to lead in a matrixed, decentralized organization and drive change Additional Details: Hybrid schedule (3 days/week in-office) Compensation range: ~$130K–$205K base + 15–25% bonus High-visibility role with opportunity to shape processes, build teams, and influence segment performance Apply Now