Top 108 Plant controller Jobs in Chicago Heights, Il

Controller
Prairie State College —Chicago Heights, IL
- $96,281 - $158,870 a year
- Full-time
- CPA
- 5 years
- ERP systems
- Wellness program
- Health insurance
8d
Plant Controller
NuFarm —Chicago Hts, IL
- $95,200 - $135,000 a year
- Oracle
- CPA
- 5 years
- Health insurance
Controller
Christian Community Health Center —Chicago, IL
- $115,000 - $125,000 a year
- Evenings as needed
- 5 years
- Office
- Windows
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8d
Business Unit Controller
ITW Automotive —Richton Park, IL
- $130,000 - $170,000 a year
- Full-time
- 7 years
- CPA
- Office
6d
Operations Controller
ITW Automotive —Frankfort, IL
- $135,000 - $150,000 a year
- Full-time
- 6 years
- CPA
- Bachelor of Science
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Inventory Controller Coordinator
NuFarm —Chicago Hts, IL
- $60,000 - $80,000 a year
- Oracle
- 5 years
- Mid-level
Plant Finance Controller
Molex —Monee, IL
- $120,000 - $140,000 a year
- CPA
- 5 years
- Pass drug screening
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
Controller
Crescent Foods —Mokena, IL
- $120,000 - $160,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- CPA
- Office
- Finance
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Assistant Controller - Plant Operational Excellence (Relocation: Rancho Cucamonga, CA)
Augmentis —Chicago, IL
- $120,000 - $145,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Oracle
- Bachelor of Science
- Relocation assistance
- 401(k) matching
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3d
Controller (Illinois, West Virginia)
Astec Industries —Illinois
- CPA
- ERP systems
- Research
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Cost Controller / Plant Controller
Voestalpine AG —Chicago Heights, IL
- $70,000 - $100,000 a year
- Online Application
- Microsoft Excel
- CPA
- Office
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
Assistant Plant Controller
Gotion, Inc. —Manteno, IL
- $120,000 - $160,000 a year
- Full-time
- 7 years
- Microsoft Excel
- Management
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Senior Controller
Anheuser-Busch —Chicago, IL
- $120,000 - $133,000 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- CPA
- 5 years
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Controller (Remote US)
Directive —Chicago, IL
- $125,000 - $140,000 a year
- Email
- Remote
- Bachelor's degree
- GAAP
- Mentoring
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
2d
Complex Controller
International Paper —Chicago, IL
- $108,200 - $144,300 a year
- Full-time
- CPA
- 3 years
- Finance
Controller
DLC —Chicago, IL
- $120,000 - $160,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- CPA
- Office
- Finance
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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10d
SENIOR CONSTRUCTION CONTROLLER
IHC Construction Companies LLC —Chicago, IL
- $185,000 - $200,000 a year
- Online Application
- CPA
- ERP systems
- Office
- Profit sharing
- Health insurance
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13d
Assistant Controller
Flex Tek —Chicago, IL
- Full-time
- CPA
- ERP systems
- Mid-level
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Controller
Aspen Guard LLC —Chicago, IL
- $135,000 - $165,000 a year
- Full-time
- CPA
- Office
- Finance
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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Finance Support Manager
Republic Services —Tinley Park, IL
- $109,800 - $151,050 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Finance
- AD&D insurance
- Employee stock purchase plan

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Controller

Prairie State College -
Chicago Heights, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
$96,281 - $158,870 a year
8 days ago

Benefits

Wellness program
457(b)
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
403(b)
Life insurance

Qualifications

Staff supervision
CPA
Academic institution experience
Hiring
Policy & process development
Bachelor's degree
Financial regulatory audit coordination
Managing accounting teams
Accounting and finance experience
Experience at colleges/universities
Bachelor's degree in accounting
Policy Development
Audit support
University experience

Full Job Description

Posting Details

Posting Number

S0410P

Classification

Administrator

DBM Rating

D71

Position Number

Position Title

Controller

Position Type

Administration

Status of Position

Staff - Full Time

Union

Non-Union

FLSA

Exempt

Position Summary

The Controller directs and oversees the College’s accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and compliance with Illinois statutes, Illinois Community College Board (ICCB) requirements, GASB standards, and applicable federal regulations. This position supports the Chief Financial Officer and plays a critical role in stewarding public funds, supporting audits, grants, and board reporting.

The Controller will come into this position at a time where there is substantial rebuilding of team, policies, processes, and efficiency. This position will require the Controller to establish and implement the baseline accounting practices within the department and across the college. The Controller, in partnership with the Business Analyst will partner with departments across the College to ensure proper financial justification is presented with any new academic program, large purchase or new position.

The Controller is expected to be the key driver of accounting process and efficiency throughout the College. This position will present policy to the Management Committee and the Cabinet and ensure any new process and or policy is presented and understood by all. This position will also prepare all the financial material presented to the Board of Trustees at their monthly meeting.

Reporting and Supervisory Relationships

This position will report to the Chief Financial Officer and will have a staff of nine with four direct reports; Business Office Manager, Senior Accounting & Operations Manager, AP Specialist and Grants Manager.

Essential Responsibilities

Financial Leadership & Accounting Operations

Oversee all accounting operations, including the general ledger, accounts payable, student accounts (Business Office), payroll accounting, cash receipts, and fixed assets.

Manage timely month-end and year-end close processes.

Maintain fund accounting structures consistent with Illinois public community colleges, including the Education, Operations & Maintenance, Bond & Interest, Auxiliary, and Restricted funds.

Develop and maintain accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.

Develop financial policies related to key accounting areas, including monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes; accounts payable; cash reporting; requisitions; payroll; and from/to due-to fund transfers.

Ensure processes follow workflows that are efficient and effective.

Financial Reporting & Compliance

Prepare monthly and annual financial statements for senior leadership and the Board of Trustees.

Coordinate ICCB fiscal reporting and ensure compliance with Illinois statutes and administrative rules.

Coordinate the HLC reporting required for accreditation purposes.

Coordinate the IPEDS financial components with Institutional Research.

Ensure grant and capital project accounting compliance, including bond proceeds and state capital funds.

Coordinate unclaimed property reporting, monitor and record the receipt of state and local tax funds, and ensure compliance with payroll tax payment and reporting requirements.

Treasury, Cash Management & Tax Administration

Provide cash management oversight, detailing both incoming and outgoing cash projections on a weekly basis.

Ensure billings and collections are completed on an ongoing basis and meet established objectives and metrics.

Assess the College’s property tax needs and prepare tax levy requests for CFO and Board approval.

Manage the Working Cash account, including required withdrawals and replenishments.

Grants, Foundation & Capital Financing

Provide oversight for the PSC Foundation’s financial activities.

Review and approve grant proposals from a budgetary standpoint, ensuring the College can support and report on the financial requirements.

Support the preparation of bond issuance documents and statements.

Maintain bond issue records and ensure the timely payment of bond principal and interest.

Audit & Asset Management

Maintain fixed asset records and reconcile them to biannual inventory audits.

Serve as the primary liaison to external auditors and coordinate PSC’s and the Foundation’s annual financial and single audits.

Strategic Leadership & Collaboration

Develop, in collaboration with the CFO, the department’s short- and long-range goals consistent with senior management’s directives.

Coordinate with Information Technology to ensure users are maximizing the features of the ERP system.

Collaborate with Budget, Human Resources, Financial Aid, Purchasing, and campus leadership.

Engage in meetings, committees, task forces, and other activities as needed to represent the College’s financial perspective.

Staff Leadership & Professional Development

Supervise accounting staff and maintain appropriate segregation of duties.

Provide training sessions on accounting policies and other relevant topics as needed.

Other Duties

Perform other professional and administrative duties as assigned by the Chief Financial Officer.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.

Minimum of 5–7 years of progressively responsible accounting experience in a higher education setting

Active CPA Certification.

Proven public-sector accounting experience.

Strong knowledge of GASB standards and fund accounting.

Experience managing audits

Experience in hiring and supervising staff

Experience in developing and implementing accounting policies and procedures

Preferred Qualifications

1. Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.

2. Experience in an Illinois community college or public higher education institution.

3. Familiarity with ICCB and HLC Accreditation fiscal reporting.

4. Experience working in a unionized public-sector environment.

5. Experience with Ellucian Colleague ERP system

Anticipated Work Hours and Days

Monday- Friday

Salary

$96,281-$158,870- Salary is commensurate with skills and experience

Benefits

Medical

Vision

Dental

Flexible Spending Accounts

Life Insurance (at no cost to You!)

Wellness Program

403B/ 457B Retirement Savings

PSC Tuition Waivers

Tuition Reimbursement

and much more!

Posting Date

07/09/2026

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

All applications must be submitted electronically on the website.

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