Financial Systems Manager Jobs in Rockford, IL

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ERP Administrator

Madison, WI
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
70000.00 - 99000.00 USD / Yearly
Robert Half is seeking an ERP Administrator for our client in Madison, WI. This role will support and enhance a NetSuite environment that serves finance and business operations teams. This role will focus on system administration, process improvement, reporting, user support, and cross-functional collaboration with accounting and business stakeholders. What You'll Do<ul><li>Administer and support the NetSuite ERP platform, including user access, roles, permissions, and security</li><li>Configure and maintain workflows, dashboards, saved searches, reports, and system enhancements</li><li>Partner with finance, accounting, and business teams to gather requirements and implement solutions</li><li>Troubleshoot system issues and provide ongoing end-user support and training</li><li>Support integrations, upgrades, implementations, and third-party applications</li><li>Monitor system performance and recommend improvements to increase efficiency and usability</li><li>Assist with data management, reporting, process automation, and documentation efforts</li><li>Develop and maintain testing procedures to ensure system reliability and functionality</li><li>Stay current on NetSuite features, best practices, and emerging technologies</li></ul>
2026-10-13T05:04:08Z

Plant Controller

Rochelle, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
110000.00 - 132000.00 USD / Yearly
Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Strategy and Business Support<ul><li>Direct the site’s budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities, ensuring alignment with business objectives.</li><li>Partner with plant leadership to evaluate financial performance, identify emerging trends, and recommend appropriate courses of action.</li><li>Assess financial risks and growth opportunities while developing strategies to improve margins, cash generation, and overall business results.</li><li>Evaluate proposed capital projects through financial projections, investment appraisals, and ongoing performance assessments.</li><li>Establish and track financial and operational indicators to measure progress against business goals.</li><li>Provide decision support for operational planning, resource allocation, and strategic initiatives.</li></ul>Manufacturing Finance and Cost Management<ul><li>Oversee site-level cost accounting, including product costing, inventory accounting, manufacturing variances, and production cost reporting.</li><li>Evaluate cost drivers across raw materials, labor, production processes, overhead, and inventory to identify opportunities for improvement.</li><li>Collaborate with production, procurement, engineering, and maintenance teams to improve cost efficiency and operational productivity.</li><li>Provide accurate cost and profitability analysis to support commercial strategy, pricing decisions, and product-level performance reviews.</li><li>Review actual financial results against established plans and investigate significant variances.</li><li>Support inventory management, cash flow optimization, and initiatives designed to improve working capital.</li></ul>Financial Reporting and Governance<ul><li>Manage the preparation and delivery of financial reports, performance analyses, and management updates for site and senior leadership.</li><li>Maintain effective accounting procedures and internal controls in accordance with applicable standards, company requirements, and regulatory obligations.</li><li>Ensure financial records, supporting documentation, and reporting processes remain accurate, consistent, and audit-ready.</li><li>Coordinate audit activities and oversee the timely implementation of corrective actions when needed.</li><li>Promote data accuracy, reporting integrity, and consistency across financial and operational systems.</li></ul>Leadership and Operational Excellence<ul><li>Establish strong working relationships with leaders across manufacturing, finance, supply chain, engineering, and commercial functions.</li><li>Encourage a results-oriented culture built on financial accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.</li><li>Refine financial workflows, reporting practices, and management tools to support operational scale and business growth.</li><li>Supervise and develop finance personnel, providing coaching, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve financial systems, automate reporting, strengthen analytics, and enhance business decision-making.</li><li>Contribute to broader site initiatives focused on operational effectiveness, process improvement, and long-term performance.</li></ul>
2026-11-02T23:04:19Z

Tax Director

Palatine, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
170000.00 - 195000.00 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $170,000-$195,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected] The #1 thing on everyone's mind right now: ‘Where can I find a fresh start?’. NOTE: This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is expected to be promoted quickly. Job Description• Develop and execute a global tax strategy that supports growth, compliance, and risk mitigation across all operating jurisdictions.• Establish and maintain tax governance, policies, and controls that align with audit and SOX/ICFR standards.• Maintain a global tax calendar and ensure on-time filings and payments for all legal entities.• Monitor international tax law changes (OECD BEPS, Pillar Two, EU e-invoicing, etc.) and communicate business impacts.• Identify and manage global tax risks, including nexus, permanent establishment, transfer pricing, and indirect tax exposure.• Oversee all direct and indirect tax compliance activities (corporate income tax, VAT/GST, sales & use tax, payroll and withholding).• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of all tax filings and payments globally.• Coordinate quarterly and annual tax provision calculations, estimated payments, and reconciliations. • Manage relationships with external advisors and auditors to ensure compliance and efficiency.• Develop, document, and maintain transfer pricing policies covering intercompany services, cost allocations, and markups.• Lead the preparation of Master and Local Files and coordinate annual true-ups.• Collaborate with FP& A and Regional Controllers to validate intercompany transactions and ensure proper accounting treatment.• Support due diligence, structuring, and post-acquisition integration from a tax perspective.• Lead onboarding of new entities into ERP and tax systems to ensure compliant and consistent setup.• Partner with Controllership to optimize entity structures and manage cross-border tax implications.• Lead Avalara implementation and optimization for both U.S. and international tax operations.
2026-10-22T16:23:44Z

Accounting Team Lead

Oswego, IL
remote
Permanent / Full Time
90000.00 - 100000.00 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $90,000-$100,000 plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this role please send your resume to [email protected] The holidays are just around the corner! Time to get you into a role that will pay more and give you the work-life balance you deserve. Job Description<ul><li>Lead by example, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, professionalism, and continuous improvement.</li><li>Independently compile, analyze, and review financial information to prepare and record journal entries within the general ledger system, ensuring transactions are accurately documented and properly supported.</li><li>Record, reconcile, and analyze the Bank's daily cash and investment activities, identifying variances and escalating concerns as appropriate.</li><li>Prepare, review, and maintain account reconciliations, ensuring outstanding items are researched and resolved in a timely manner.</li><li>Support the month-end and year-end close processes, including preparation and review of journal entries, reconciliations, schedules, and supporting documentation.</li><li>Prepare a variety of daily, weekly, and monthly accounting schedules and reports with a high level of accuracy.</li><li>Maintain and update departmental procedures, ensuring documentation remains current, accurate, and aligned with internal control requirements and standard procedure templates.</li><li>Support internal and external audits by collecting, reviewing, validating, and organizing audit documentation and responding to auditor requests.</li><li>Assist with the preparation and filing of regulatory reports, including but not limited to the FR 2900 Report, Call Report, and Y-9SP Report.</li><li>Serve as a backup for the Accounts Payable function, including reviewing expense coding, processing vendor invoices and employee reimbursement requests, and ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.</li><li>Identify process inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement, recommend solutions, and support implementation of approved enhancements.</li><li>Perform special projects, research assignments, and ad hoc financial analyses as requested by management.</li><li>Collaborate effectively with internal departments and business partners to resolve accounting-related questions and issues.</li></ul>
2026-11-03T16:18:39Z

Controller

Rockford, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
115000.00 - 135000.00 USD / Yearly
Controller - Privately Held Manufacturer (< $100M Revenue)An established, growing privately held manufacturer in the Rockford area is seeking a dynamic, business-minded Controller to lead all daily accounting and finance operations.If you are an Accounting Manager looking to step up into a top seat, or an experienced Controller who thrives in a collaborative, close-knit environment, this is your chance to make a tangible impact. This role balances high-level strategic financial oversight with active, day-to-day engagement, partnering directly with ownership and department leaders to support steady business growth.<ul><li>Great Culture: Join a supportive, collaborative, and highly focused team environment that values teamwork and transparency.</li><li>Stable & Modern Environment: Combine decades of reliable industry expertise with modern, user-friendly technology infrastructure.</li><li>Rich Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive package, including Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, a 401(k) with company match, and a generous PTO and paid holiday schedule.</li></ul>Financial Leadership & Analysis<ul><li>Provide accurate and timely financial reporting directly to ownership and executive leadership.</li><li>Analyze financial performance, operational trends, and key business metrics to uncover margins.</li><li>Develop proactive recommendations that optimize profitability, cash flow, and overall operational decision-making.</li><li>Partner cross-functionally with department leaders to evaluate costs and business performance.</li></ul>Financial Reporting & Close Management<ul><li>Lead and manage the entire monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.</li><li>Prepare and review consolidated financial statements and supporting schedules in compliance with GAAP.</li><li>Analyze and clearly explain budget-to-actual variances and unexpected financial results.</li></ul>Accounting Operations Oversight<ul><li>Oversee Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger, and payroll accounting functions.</li><li>Review account reconciliations, journal entries, and supporting documentation to ensure absolute data integrity.</li><li>Establish consistency across accounting workflows and implement internal financial controls.</li></ul>Compliance, Controls & Tax Support<ul><li>Coordinate annual reviews, external audits, and documentation requests from external partners.</li><li>Oversee sales tax reconciliations and support ongoing regional regulatory filing requirements.</li><li>Partner with the company’s Corporate CPA firm, who manages corporate tax filings and serves as a consultative resource for complex matters.</li></ul>Inventory & Cost Accounting<ul><li>Oversee inventory valuation, material adjustments, and related manufacturing accounting processes.</li><li>Monitor job costing and profitability by client, project, and product line.</li><li>Identify operational opportunities to improve data visibility and system tracking across the plant floor.</li></ul>Team Leadership<ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop a dedicated internal accounting team.</li><li>Establish clear expectations, drive accountability, and provide daily coaching.</li><li>Foster a workplace culture centered on ownership, accuracy, and continuous process improvement.</li></ul>Benefits include insurance, vacation, holiday pay, 401K and more
2026-10-23T14:13:46Z

VP of Finance

Madison, WI
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
210000.00 - 240000.00 USD / Yearly
VP of Finance opportunity in Madison, WI. For immediate consideration, contact Jon Wright at 608-338-1052. Robert Half is currently seeking an experienced finance executive to guide the financial direction of an organization we are working with in Madison, WI. This leader will shape planning, reporting, and capital decisions while working closely with senior leadership to strengthen performance and support long-term growth. The role also oversees accounting and finance operations, ensuring sound controls, disciplined forecasting, and high-quality financial insights across the business. Responsibilities:• Direct enterprise-wide financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting activities to support business objectives and improve decision-making.• Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and meaningful analysis for leadership.• Manage cash flow projections and liquidity planning to maintain financial stability and support operational needs.• Lead accounting operations and the month-end close process, establishing strong financial discipline and consistent reporting standards.• Develop and strengthen internal controls, policies, and financial procedures to protect company assets and support compliance.• Partner with executive leadership on strategic planning, profitability improvement, and capital allocation priorities.• Guide and mentor the finance team, fostering accountability, focused development, and high performance.• Collaborate with affiliated companies to align reporting practices and identify opportunities for operational efficiency and shared value.
2026-10-28T15:23:45Z

Controller

Madison, WI
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
140000.00 - 160000.00 USD / Yearly
Controller opportunity in Madison, WI. For immediate consideration, contact Jon Wright at 608-338-1052. Robert Half is currently seeking an experienced Controller to lead the financial operations of an organization in Madison, Wisconsin. This role will guide accounting activities, strengthen reporting accuracy, and provide financial insight that supports sound business decisions. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, a deep understanding of core accounting functions, and the ability to partner effectively with senior leadership on planning and performance. Responsibilities:• Lead daily accounting operations, including oversight of general ledger activity, accounts payable, and accounts receivable functions.• Direct the month-end and year-end close processes to ensure timely, accurate, and well-documented financial results.• Prepare and review monthly and annual financial statements, delivering clear reporting that supports executive decision-making.• Manage budgeting activities and monitor financial performance against plan, identifying trends, risks, and opportunities.• Oversee cash flow planning and analysis to help maintain liquidity and support operational priorities.• Establish, maintain, and improve internal controls that promote compliance, accuracy, and financial integrity.• Partner with company leadership to provide financial analysis and recommendations aligned with strategic objectives.• Supervise and develop accounting staff, fostering accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the finance team.
2026-10-28T15:23:45Z

Controller

Naperville, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
80000.00 - 82000.00 USD / Yearly
Robert Half is looking for a Controller to lead the accounting and financial oversight of a nonprofit organization based in Naperville, Illinois. This role will guide day-to-day finance operations, support strategic decision-making through timely reporting and analysis, and work closely with senior leadership across multiple reporting entities. The position also includes direct supervision of an accounting team member and may occasionally require evening or weekend availability to support organizational meetings or events. Responsibilities:• Direct the monthly close process and year-end reporting cycle, producing accurate financial statements and analysis for leadership, the finance committee, and the board across five entities.• Coordinate the annual budgeting process, periodic forecast updates, and variance reviews to help leadership monitor financial performance and plan effectively.• Monitor liquidity and cash positioning, balancing operational needs with opportunities to optimize invested funds.• Oversee banking activity, including deposits, disbursements, card transactions, and reconciliations, to maintain accurate and well-controlled cash management.• Strengthen and maintain internal controls while ensuring adherence to organizational policies, grant conditions, and applicable regulatory or licensing requirements.• Lead nonprofit fund accounting activities, ensuring net assets are properly categorized and reported in accordance with reporting standards.• Partner with fundraising and advancement teams to reconcile donor and development records with the general ledger and resolve discrepancies promptly.• Manage external audit preparation and serve as the primary liaison for auditors, including coordination of required schedules and tax filing support.• Supervise, coach, and develop the staff accountant while promoting accuracy, accountability, and focused growth.• Collaborate with operations, program, and advancement leaders on grant reporting, departmental budgets, and special financial analyses as needed.
2026-10-19T15:13:45Z

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