Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsOpportunity to put your stamp on this role and make decisions with direct impactHands-on training and mentorship from senior leadership + CFOAbout Our ClientOur client is a leading force in the food manufacturing industry, known for its commitment to sustainability and its impact across multiple sectors. With a strong focus on delivering high-quality products and maintaining exceptional customer relationships, the company has experienced steady, organic growth.Job DescriptionStandard costing: build, maintain, and analyze standard costs (material, labor, overhead); lead variance analysis (PPV, usage, labor, overhead absorption)Monthly close and forecasting of plant financial resultsAnnual budgeting process for the facilityKPI dashboards and monthly variance reportingInventory controls and the cycle counting programROI analysis for capital spending requestsMonthly financial presentations to Corporate LeadershipPartnering with department managers on P&L interpretation and cost optimizationSite-level financial audits and year-end inventory/external audit engagementsCapital project tax abatement tracking and R&D/trial cost documentationMPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.The Successful ApplicantBA/BS in Accounting, Finance, or related field5+ years in a manufacturing/plant financial role, with hands-on standard costing and variance analysis experience - food or CPG manufacturing a plusERP proficiency (IFS a plus, not required)Strong Excel/analytical skills; comfortable building models and dashboards from scratchAbility to explain financial concepts to non-finance managers and influence cross-functionallyProject management skills - able to juggle close, budgeting, and ad hoc requests under deadlWhat's on Offer$125k-$145k base + 10% bonus targetFull Medical, Dental, Vision insurance401k matchOnsite work schedule3 weeks PTOVisibility to senior leadershipContactMolly MurphyQuote job refJN-102026-7126944Job summarySectorAccountingSub SectorFinancial ControllerIndustryIndustrial / ManufacturingWhereGlendale HeightsContract TypePermanentConsultant nameMolly MurphyJob ReferenceJN-102026-7126944
