Controller

Job Type
Full-time
Description
$2,500 Signing Bonus*
THE PERSON
Are you an approachable, action-oriented individual looking to take the next step up in your career? Are you ambitious with an entrepreneurial mentality, always looking for ways to grow and improve? Can you strategically see the big picture while also being an investigator who digs into the details? As someone who enjoys being a coach and mentor, do you draw the best out of those around? If honesty, foresight, and a collaborative approach define your leadership style, then we want to talk to you.
Our ideal Controller is:

• Experienced - You are a self-starter that has worked in the accounting department of a fast-paced manufacturing business. Your desire to learn and develop has made you an expert in aspects of financial reporting, cash flow management, and cost accounting. You have a proven track record of building teams and people development.
• A Leader - You are a strong leader who motivates naturally. You are ethical, personable, and approachable. You have no problem being held accountable as well as holding others accountable in the right way while driving results.
• Adaptable - You are flexible, open-minded and can pivot quickly. Not afraid to get your hands dirty, you are comfortable working with all areas of the business to drive compliance and improve results.
• Curious - You are a life-long learner and a problem solver. You are willing and able to think outside the box and are open to considering opposing ideas. People consider you naturally creative, as well as a visionary. Being tech-savvy is a major plus!
• Our ideal Controller has experience in the manufacturing world and has worked in smaller to mid-sized operations. This person needs to be able to delegate effectively and work well in a team-driven environment. They do the right thing, and loyalty to the team affects and influences every decision.

Responsibilities
Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, this individual will carry out the company vision and directives. Using assertive and clear communications, our Controller will set accounting policy, procedures, and processes throughout the entire organization.
The job responsibilities of our Controller include, but are not limited to:
Leadership, Management, Accountability

• Leadership of the accounting departments, includes taking ownership of the company's financial records and financial compliance activities; and driving continuous improvement and cost/expense management throughout the organization
• Responsible for managing and overseeing accounting staff and activities
• Accountable for creating metrics associated with departmental and business success (ability to create indicator metrics to ensure overall productivity)
• Responsible for defining, implementing and holding peers accountable to departmental policies and procedures
• Responsible for financial analysis and communication; cash flow and tax optimization; regulatory compliance; asset management; and financial records
• Fosters and manages relationships with banks, insurance companies, accounting firms, and outside service providers such as 401K and payroll
• Hold others accountable for daily, essential communication to all departments
• Accountable for achieving 1-, 3-, and 10-year goals according to departmental/organizational vision

Requirements
Qualifications
Required

• Bachelor's degree in economics, business administration, accounting or finance
• 10+ Years of experience in a corporate accounting environment, including preparing and analyzing corporate financial records, including month-end and annual financials
• Proven experience leading and developing teams
• Experience preparing financial reports, budgets, and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
• Demonstrated knowledge and proficiency in cash operations including accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliation and cash flow management

Preferred

• CPA, CFA or CMA Certification
• Manufacturing industry experience
• Experience working with sales to develop a forecasts and budgets
• Experience working for a company with multiple entities
• Experience working in a family business environment
• Experience working in an EOS-run organization
• ERP experience

Desired

• Experience in defining, implementing, and training to financial policies and procedures
• Demonstrated background in cost reductions and continuous improvement

Qualified candidates must be willing and able to be located in the Lake of the Hills, Illinois area (approximately 50 miles Northwest of Chicago) and work out of our main office. Relocation assistance can be provided.
THE COMPANY - AFC MATERIALS GROUP
Since 1998, AFC Materials Group has been an industry leader in providing engineered performance composites, including high-temperature and non-stick materials. We manufacture products such as food release sheet, conveyor belts, pressure-sensitive adhesive tapes and molded cookware for the following industries:

• Quick Serve Restaurants
• Food processing
• Textiles
• Composite bonding
• Can manufacturing
• Packaging and storage
• Vinyl windows

Why AFC Materials?
A family-owned business since 1998, we currently have over 180 employees and are experiencing explosive growth. We are constantly evolving to effectively adjust to that growth. At AFC Materials you can have autonomy in your position and the ability to make it your own!
We are known for:

• Preserving a strong family culture, stable ownership, and limited bureaucracy
• Offering an invigorating entrepreneurial environment
• Being tech-driven, focused on innovation
• Making an impact internationally
• Being environmentally conscious

Our DRIVEN Core Values:
Determined: Strive to continuously improve
Respectful & Positive: Supporting each other and working well together as a team
Innovative: Forward thinking towards process improvement
Voice of the Customer: Delivering a consistent quality product, on time and complete
Ethical: Choosing to do the right thing
Nimble: Being flexible and responsive to challenges
Why work here:

• Strong Core Values and driven culture
• Invigorating, entrepreneurial environment
• Significant opportunities for personal and professional growth
• Competitive Salary and Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K (Match), Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Policy and 10 Paid Holidays

Salary: $125k -$145k + bonus potential
If you are looking to lead a growing, innovative, technology driven company, we would love to hear from you! Apply to AFC today!
AFC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets
AFC is a Drug-free workplace
*Signing Bonus is for direct hires only; it does not include current employees, re-hires or workers assigned/referred through a staffing agency. The signing bonus does not apply to seasonal workers or Interns. Bonus is paid as follows for employees working 34 or more hours per week: $500 after 30 days of employment, $1,000 after 90 days, $1,000 after 180 days; for employees working 28-33 hours per week: $375 after 30 days of employment, $750 after 90 days, $750 after 180 days; for employees working 20-27hours per week: $250 after 30 days of employment, $500 after 90 days, $500 after 180 days for employees working less than 20 hours per week: $125 after 30 days of employment, $250 after 90 days, $250 after 180 days. AFC also reserves the right to terminate, revoke, or amend the program at any time with or without notice.
AFC Materials Group is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. No phone calls or emails, please. All resumes submitted by search firms to any associate at AFC via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of AFC. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by AFC as a result of the referral or through other means.