• Direct, monitor, and execute the daily accounting functions of our clients, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger and inventory accounting
• Construct and monitor reliable control systems
• Work directly with owners of successful entrepreneurial businesses
• Managing cash flow and preparing budgets and forecasts
• Perform/orchestrate month end closings
• Prepare/review financial statements and reporting package, including P&L, balance sheet and cash flow
• Investigate variances and trends
• Monthly bank reporting/credit compliance
• Coordinate financial audits and provide recommendations for proedural improvements
• Commute to clients' office as needed 

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• Direct, monitor, and execute the daily accounting functions of our clients, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger and inventory accounting
• Construct and monitor reliable control systems
• Work directly with owners of successful entrepreneurial businesses
• Managing cash flow and preparing budgets and forecasts
• Perform/orchestrate month end closings
• Prepare/review financial statements and reporting package, including P&L, balance sheet and cash flow
• Investigate variances and trends
• Monthly bank reporting/credit compliance
• Coordinate financial audits and provide recommendations for proedural improvements
• Commute to clients' office as needed 

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Our client is a global chemical manufacturer, and they are investing capital into their facilities. The Engineering Project Manager is a corporate role that will work with site project teams to develop and implement capital projects. This role will be based at a manufacturing facilityin Chicago area. If seated in the Chicago area, travel will be about 30%. 

 Job Responsibilities of the Engineering Capital Project Manager include but are not limited to:

• Work with site engineering teams to evaluate equipment needs and develop project plans
• Identify what equipment is needed for sufficient production of product, including new products
• Assess and oversee maintenance and reliability of current equipment 
• Oversee the front-end design, which may include managing vendors
• Provide updates to corporate leadership
• Travel to sites for oversight of project implementation

Salary Range: $125,000 - $150,000 plus bonus

Benefits: MDV,401K, PTO, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement

Job Code: 56.26LH

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Requirements:

• BS in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Material Science
• 5+ years of chemical manufacturing experience, may consider food/beverage manufacturing
• Experience managing capital projects in the $2M-$10M range, and multiple projects simultaneously
• Must be a collaborative communicator

Job Code: 56.26LH

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TAX MANAGER CPA TAX MANAGER

Will prepare and review Tax returns for corporations, pass-through entities, individuals.  Will oversee and direct the work of others.  CPA required.  Partnership track available.

Must have Cost Accounting Management experience from within manufacturing.

We want to provide you with all of the tools you need to be a successful Executive Recruiter within in the field of Accounting and Finance.  You'll be trained as to how to find the right people to work successfully within in the specific cultures of a multitude of companies.  We will provide you with top notch tools and resources as to how to establish rapport with multiple professionals in the Accounting and Finance industry.  We will cultivate your ability to develop your own business, filled with people who are willing to pay you thousands of dollars to help them find and hire then right talent for their companies.  We offer full benefits, including a phenomenal work environment.  We were just listed as #20 out of several hundred search firms in Forbes, based on what people who have utilized our services have to say about us.  This is a workplace where if you need more money, you just spend a little more time working and you'll get it. 

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TAX MANAGER CPA TAX MANAGER

Will prepare and review Tax returns for corporations, pass-through entities, individuals.  Will oversee and direct the work of others.  CPA required.  Partnership track available.

Accounting Professional, are you ready to take your career to another level with an organization that will have your interest in mind first?   For the past 20 years, CPS has been working with the largest employers, specifically for their accounting and finance needs.   We work strategically with our clients to find and match the best accounting and finance professionals to help improve their business.  

Here at CPS, Inc, we only work with our clients to directly place quality talent for  permanent and full-time  positions.   Our experienced recruiters spend time getting to know you, what type of work and company culture you like, and what your career goals are moving forward.   We use our experience and knowledge of our client companies to find the right match for you.   If you are looking to build your career, ready to take on new challenges, and gain the experiences you have always wanted, we want to work with you! 

Accounting - Audit Senior and Senior Audit Manager

Responsible for providing high quality audit, review and compilation services including financial statement preparation in a timely manner that meets or exceeds client expectations; developing an understanding of the client's business; anticipating and addressing client concerns; keeping lines of communication open with staff and clients; supervising engagement teams; keeping abreast of latest developments as they affect GAAP and other technical areas.



There is a fast track to Partnership here. 


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AUDIT MANAGER AUDIT SENIOR MANAGER

External audit work, leading a team of others, strong thriving firm, in office 4 days per week.  Auditing broker dealers, funds, fund of funds.  Managing, training, developing others. 

Controller role within the construction industry.  Controller CFO 

ACCOUNTING MANAGER SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

Accounting Professional, are you ready to take your career to another level with an organization that will have your interest in mind first?   For the past 20 years, CPS has been working with the largest employers, specifically for their accounting and finance needs.   We work strategically with our clients to find and match the best accounting and finance professionals to help improve their business.  

Here at CPS, Inc, we only work with our clients to directly place quality talent for  permanent and full-time  positions.   Our experienced recruiters spend time getting to know you, what type of work and company culture you like, and what your career goals are moving forward.   We use our experience and knowledge of our client companies to find the right match for you.   If you are looking to build your career, ready to take on new challenges, and gain the experiences you have always wanted, we want to work with you! 

HIGHLY VISIBLE POSITION 

Fractional Accounting Manager role with special projects and accounting work for multiple smaller entities.  

$135,000 - $155,000k; 

Finance & Accounting Professional, are you ready to take your career to another level with an organization that will have your interest in mind first?   For the past 20 years, CPS has been working with the largest employers, specifically for their accounting and finance needs.   We work strategically with our clients to find and match the best accounting and finance professionals to help improve their business.  

Here at CPS, Inc, we only work with our clients to directly place quality talent for permanent and full-time  positions. Our experienced recruiters spend time getting to know you, what type of work and company culture you like, and what your career goals are moving forward. We use our experience and knowledge of our client companies to find the right match for you.   If you are looking to build your career, ready to take on new challenges, and gain the experiences you have always wanted, we want to work with you!

Accounts Payable Manager

Summary

The Accounts Payable Manager is responsible for overseeing the company’s accounts payable function, ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices, payments, and expense transactions. This role manages the AP team, maintains strong vendor relationships, supports the month-end close process, and ensures compliance with company policies and internal controls.

The Accounts Payable Manager will partner closely with Accounting, Finance, Procurement, and other departments to improve processes, resolve issues, and ensure the accuracy and efficiency of the company’s procure-to-pay operations.

Essential Functions

• Manage and oversee the day-to-day accounts payable operations, including invoice processing, coding, approvals, payment processing, and vendor maintenance.
• Lead, train, and develop the Accounts Payable team, establishing performance expectations and ensuring timely completion of responsibilities.
• Review and approve invoices, expense reports, and payment batches for accuracy, proper coding, appropriate approvals, and compliance with company policies.
• Ensure invoices are processed accurately and timely while maintaining appropriate documentation and internal controls.
• Manage weekly payment runs, ACH, wires, checks, and other payment methods.
• Monitor the AP aging and proactively resolve outstanding invoices, discrepancies, and payment issues.
• Maintain strong relationships with vendors and serve as the escalation point for complex vendor inquiries and disputes.
• Oversee vendor setup and maintenance, including W-9 collection, banking information, tax documentation, and changes to vendor master data.
• Perform and review account reconciliations related to accounts payable, accrued liabilities, and other related accounts.
• Support the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, including AP accruals, expense accruals, and cutoff procedures.
• Ensure accurate recording of expenses and liabilities in accordance with U.S. GAAP and company accounting policies.
• Assist with 1099 preparation, reporting, and other applicable tax compliance requirements.
• Partner with Procurement and business stakeholders to monitor purchase orders, receiving, invoice matching, and approval workflows.
• Develop and maintain AP policies, procedures, and internal controls to minimize errors and reduce risk.
• Identify opportunities to automate and streamline AP processes and improve overall efficiency.
• Assist with AP system implementations, ERP upgrades, and process improvement initiatives.
• Prepare and analyze AP-related reports and metrics for Accounting and Finance leadership.
• Support internal and external audits by providing AP documentation, schedules, and supporting information.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and internal control requirements.
• Perform ad hoc analysis and special projects as requested by Accounting or Finance leadership.

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Summary

The Project Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and managing projects from inception through completion. This role will oversee project scope, schedule, budget, resources, and overall execution while ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in accordance with quality and client expectations.

The Project Manager will serve as the primary point of contact for internal teams, clients, vendors, subcontractors, and other stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and coordination throughout the project lifecycle. The role requires hands-on experience with AutoCAD and the ability to review, interpret, and modify project drawings and technical documentation.

Essential Functions

• Manage projects from initial planning through final completion and closeout.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, budgets, and timelines.
• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, milestones, and resource requirements.
• Coordinate project activities across internal departments, clients, vendors, subcontractors, and other stakeholders.
• Utilize AutoCAD to review, interpret, modify, and prepare project drawings and technical documentation.
• Collaborate with engineering, design, production, and field teams to ensure drawings and project specifications align with project requirements.
• Monitor project progress and proactively identify and address risks, delays, and potential issues.
• Manage project budgets, costs, forecasts, change orders, and overall financial performance.
• Review project financials and work closely with Finance and Accounting to ensure accurate revenue, cost, billing, and profitability reporting.
• Track project labor, materials, equipment, subcontractor costs, and other project-related expenses.
• Review and approve project invoices, purchase orders, contracts, and other project documentation as appropriate.
• Manage client relationships and provide regular updates regarding project status, budget, schedule, and deliverables.
• Coordinate project meetings and maintain accurate documentation, action items, and follow-ups.
• Manage project changes, including scope adjustments, change orders, schedule modifications, and associated financial impacts.
• Work with cross-functional teams to allocate resources and resolve project-related issues.
• Monitor project quality and ensure deliverables meet established requirements and specifications.
• Maintain project documentation, including contracts, drawings, schedules, budgets, meeting notes, reports, and closeout materials.
• Prepare regular project status reports and communicate key performance indicators to leadership.
• Identify opportunities to improve project processes, efficiency, profitability, and client satisfaction.
• Ensure projects comply with applicable company polici

Summary

The Project Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and managing projects from inception through completion. This role will oversee project scope, schedule, budget, resources, and overall execution while ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in accordance with quality and client expectations.

The Project Manager will serve as the primary point of contact for internal teams, clients, vendors, subcontractors, and other stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and coordination throughout the project lifecycle. The role requires hands-on experience with AutoCAD and the ability to review, interpret, and modify project drawings and technical documentation.

Essential Functions

• Manage projects from initial planning through final completion and closeout.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, budgets, and timelines.
• Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, milestones, and resource requirements.
• Coordinate project activities across internal departments, clients, vendors, subcontractors, and other stakeholders.
• Utilize AutoCAD to review, interpret, modify, and prepare project drawings and technical documentation.
• Collaborate with engineering, design, production, and field teams to ensure drawings and project specifications align with project requirements.
• Monitor project progress and proactively identify and address risks, delays, and potential issues.
• Manage project budgets, costs, forecasts, change orders, and overall financial performance.
• Review project financials and work closely with Finance and Accounting to ensure accurate revenue, cost, billing, and profitability reporting.
• Track project labor, materials, equipment, subcontractor costs, and other project-related expenses.
• Review and approve project invoices, purchase orders, contracts, and other project documentation as appropriate.
• Manage client relationships and provide regular updates regarding project status, budget, schedule, and deliverables.
• Coordinate project meetings and maintain accurate documentation, action items, and follow-ups.
• Manage project changes, including scope adjustments, change orders, schedule modifications, and associated financial impacts.
• Work with cross-functional teams to allocate resources and resolve project-related issues.
• Monitor project quality and ensure deliverables meet established requirements and specifications.
• Maintain project documentation, including contracts, drawings, schedules, budgets, meeting notes, reports, and closeout materials.
• Prepare regular project status reports and communicate key performance indicators to leadership.
• Identify opportunities to improve project processes, efficiency, profitability, and client satisfaction.
• Ensure projects comply with applicable company polici

This team works with current and prospective customers to develop pallet rack, shelving, conveyor, mezzanines and modular office solutions.

Qualifications:

- Must be proficient in Autocad and Microsoft Office

- Minimum 2 year previous project management experience or warehouse equipment sales office

- Material Handling Industry experience preferred

- good oral and written communication skills

- ability to work independently as well as part of a team

Responsibilities:

- original Autocad design layout of material handling equipment in storage facilities

- procuring quotes for equipment from vendors

- providing quotes to customers

- ordering equipment from vendors

- tracking orders through freight companies and setting up deliveries

- supporting installation team, customer, and sales during project implementation

- assuring equipment is installed properly

- procuring permits if needed from cities

- US travel as needed for project coordination

Benefits:

- competitive salary with bonus

- Health, dental, vision, and long term disability insurance

- 401K plan

- Flexible spending account

• - Paid time off including holiday and additional sick/vacation leave

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Are you ready to revolutionize the world of high-frequency trading? Join our global firm as a C++ Software Engineer and help us push the boundaries of speed, efficiency, and innovation in the financial markets. We are seeking passionate individuals who thrive in a fast-paced, intellectually stimulating environment and are eager to make a significant impact.

Responsibilities:

1. Design and develop cutting-edge, high-performance software solutions for our high-frequency trading systems, ensuring low-latency, reliability, and scalability.
2. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including quantitative researchers and traders, to understand their requirements and translate them into robust, efficient code.
3. Implement algorithmic trading strategies and enhance existing ones, optimizing for execution speed and accuracy.
4. Conduct thorough testing and debugging to ensure the quality and stability of the trading systems.
5. Continuously monitor and improve the performance of our trading platforms, utilizing data analysis techniques to identify areas for optimization.
6. Stay updated with the latest industry trends, technological advancements, and algorithmic trading practices, and leverage that knowledge to drive innovation within the firm.

Why Join Us:

1. Global Impact: Be part of a dynamic team that operates on a global scale, influencing financial markets and shaping the future of high-frequency trading.
2. Cutting-Edge Technology: Work with state-of-the-art technology and cutting-edge tools to build high-performance trading systems.
3. Intellectual Challenge: Engage in intellectually stimulating work that pushes the boundaries of what is possible in algorithmic trading.
4. Collaboration and Learning: Collaborate with world-class professionals from various disciplines, fostering a culture of continuous learning and growth.
5. Competitive Compensation: We offer a highly competitive salary and benefits package, reflecting your skills, expertise, and contribution to our success.
6. Relocation Support: For exceptional candidates, we provide relocation assistance to help you seamlessly transition to a new location.

Join our high-frequency trading firm and make an impact in the dynamic world of finance. Apply now to be part of a talented team that embraces innovation, values diversity, and pursues excellence in everything we do.

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Responsibilities:

• Design and develop high-performance FPGA solutions for trading systems.
• Optimize hardware for ultra-low-latency data processing and communication.
• Collaborate with software engineers and traders to integrate FPGA solutions with trading platforms.
• Debug, test, and maintain FPGA designs to ensure reliability and performance.
• Stay updated on the latest FPGA technologies and apply them to improve system performance.

Our team is looking to add an accomplished engineer to our growing team of trading systems developers.  Your experience with modern versions of C++(11/14/17) will prove beneficial. We are an established organization that has a 10+ year track record of success and strive to ensure our employees enjoy a work/life balance.  

We look for developers who are naturally curious problem solvers that are continually looking for ways to improve our system.  While a background within the trading industry will help - it is not a requirement. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Design & Optimization: Architect and optimize multicast networks to support high-frequency trading applications with minimal latency.
• Automation: Develop, deploy, and maintain network automation tools to streamline network configuration, monitoring, and performance analysis.
• Latency Reduction: Identify and mitigate potential sources of network latency; continuously optimize infrastructure to meet low-latency trading requirements.
• Network Monitoring: Implement advanced monitoring solutions to track network performance and troubleshoot issues in real-time, ensuring high availability and reliability.
• Collaboration: Work closely with trading, development, and infrastructure teams to understand business requirements and align network infrastructure to meet performance and scalability needs.
• Security: Ensure robust network security to protect proprietary trading strategies and systems.
• Troubleshooting: Provide technical expertise to diagnose and resolve complex network issues, particularly related to multicast traffic and performance bottlenecks.
• Vendor Management: Liaise with network hardware and software vendors to ensure optimal solutions and upgrades for high-performance trading environments.

We are global high-frequency trading firm with US offices in Chicago and Austin that is looking to add a Sr Linux Systems Engineer to our team. We are looking for an engineer who has experience designing performance based systems and a solid background in automation (Python). We are also looking for people experienced in tools such as Ansible, Puppet, Chef, etc. It would be beneficial to have some exposure to cloud technologies (AWS/Azure).

This role will be highly visible among the organization. We are looking for this person to work together with another Sr Engineer/Tech lead on this 10 person team.  

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage MRP-driven purchasing, inventory levels, purchase orders, and production schedules.
• Maintain Master Production Schedules for contract-manufactured products.
• Develop and manage strong relationships with contract manufacturers and suppliers.
• Monitor supplier performance, lead times, backorders, quality issues, and delivery commitments.
• Coordinate component shipments and ensure accurate supply chain documentation.
• Manage Bills of Material (BOMs), pricing, supplier data, and contracts.
• Identify cost reduction and process improvement opportunities.
• Support forecasting and proactively mitigate supply risks and potential stockouts.
• Partner with Quality, R&D, Regulatory, Marketing, and Sales on new product introductions, line trials, and commercialization.
• Support quality and regulatory requirements within a regulated manufacturing environment.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, or related field.
• 5+ years of supply chain planning, procurement, or production management experience, preferably with contract manufacturing.
• Proven experience managing third-party manufacturing and supplier relationships.
• Background in CPG, food, pharmaceutical, or regulated manufacturing preferred.
• Strong knowledge of MRP, demand planning, inventory management, and production scheduling.
• ERP experience required; SAP S/4HANA and SAP IBP highly preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, negotiation, and organizational skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across functions and influence without authority.
• APICS CSCP certification is a plus.
• Occasional travel may be required.

Compensation: $86,000–$105,000 base salary, plus eligibility for a discretionary bonus and comprehensive benefits.

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$85,000 - $100,000k

Finance & Accounting Professional, are you ready to take your career to another level with an organization that will have your interest in mind first?   For the past 20 years, CPS has been working with the largest employers, specifically for their accounting and finance needs.   We work strategically with our clients to find and match the best accounting and finance professionals to help improve their business.  

Here at CPS, Inc, we only work with our clients to directly place quality talent for permanent and full-time  positions. Our experienced recruiters spend time getting to know you, what type of work and company culture you like, and what your career goals are moving forward. We use our experience and knowledge of our client companies to find the right match for you.   If you are looking to build your career, ready to take on new challenges, and gain the experiences you have always wanted, we want to work with you!

Senior Tax Accountant

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Tax Accountant to join our public accounting team. The Senior Tax Accountant will be responsible for preparing and reviewing complex tax returns, providing tax planning and compliance services, and working closely with clients across a variety of industries. This position will have significant client interaction and the opportunity to take on increasing responsibility within the firm.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review federal, state, and local tax returns for individuals, partnerships, S corporations, C corporations, trusts, and other entities.
• Prepare complex tax workpapers, schedules, and supporting documentation.
• Perform tax research and analyze federal, state, and local tax issues.
• Assist clients with tax planning, compliance, and consulting opportunities.
• Identify tax-saving opportunities and potential tax risks for clients.
• Review tax returns and workpapers prepared by staff accountants for accuracy and completeness.
• Manage multiple client engagements and ensure deadlines are met.
• Communicate directly with clients to gather information, resolve questions, and provide updates on tax matters.
• Assist with federal, state, and local tax notices, audits, and examinations.
• Research and interpret changes in tax laws, regulations, and accounting standards.
• Assist Managers and Partners with complex tax projects and client advisory engagements.
• Provide guidance and technical support to Staff Accountants and less-experienced team members.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives and other firm projects as needed.

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$155,000 - $190,000k; 15% bonus

Finance & Accounting Professional, are you ready to take your career to another level with an organization that will have your interest in mind first?   For the past 20 years, CPS has been working with the largest employers, specifically for their accounting and finance needs.   We work strategically with our clients to find and match the best accounting and finance professionals to help improve their business.  

Here at CPS, Inc, we only work with our clients to directly place quality talent for permanent and full-time  positions. Our experienced recruiters spend time getting to know you, what type of work and company culture you like, and what your career goals are moving forward. We use our experience and knowledge of our client companies to find the right match for you.   If you are looking to build your career, ready to take on new challenges, and gain the experiences you have always wanted, we want to work with you!

Controller

Position Summary

The Controller is responsible for overseeing the company’s accounting and financial reporting functions, ensuring accurate and timely financial information while maintaining strong internal controls and compliance with accounting policies. This position will lead the day-to-day accounting operations and partner closely with senior leadership to provide financial insight, support business decisions, and improve overall financial performance.

The ideal candidate will have prior manufacturing, construction, industrial, or project-based accounting experience and a strong understanding of cost accounting, job/project costing, inventory, budgeting, and financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, fixed assets, and cash management.
• Direct the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes and ensure financial statements are completed accurately and timely.
• Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements, management reports, and financial performance metrics.
• Develop and maintain effective accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash flow projections, and financial planning activities.
• Monitor company financial performance and provide management with meaningful analysis, trends, and recommendations.
• Manage and improve cost accounting and job/project costing processes, including analysis of labor, materials, overhead, and other direct and indirect costs.
• For manufacturing operations, oversee inventory accounting, standard costs, variances, cycle counts, and inventory valuation.
• For construction/project-based operations, monitor project profitability, work-in-progress reporting, job costs, billings, retainage, and percentage-of-completion accounting as applicable.
• Review and analyze gross margins, operating expenses, project performance, and other key financial indicators.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, company accounting policies, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate annual audits, tax-related reporting, insurance audits, and other external financial requirements.
• Work closely with operations, project management, purchasing, sales, and other departments to improve financial processes and business performance.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting capabilities, efficiencies, and cost controls.
• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting staff while establishing clear expectations and accountability.
• Assist senior leadership with financial modeling, capital expenditure analysis, business planning, and strategic initiatives.
• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure appropriate controls are in place to safeguard company assets.
• Perform other financial and accounting duties as assigned.

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$155,000 - $190,000k; 15% bonus

Finance & Accounting Professional, are you ready to take your career to another level with an organization that will have your interest in mind first?   For the past 20 years, CPS has been working with the largest employers, specifically for their accounting and finance needs.   We work strategically with our clients to find and match the best accounting and finance professionals to help improve their business.  

Here at CPS, Inc, we only work with our clients to directly place quality talent for permanent and full-time  positions. Our experienced recruiters spend time getting to know you, what type of work and company culture you like, and what your career goals are moving forward. We use our experience and knowledge of our client companies to find the right match for you.   If you are looking to build your career, ready to take on new challenges, and gain the experiences you have always wanted, we want to work with you!

Controller

Position Summary

The Controller is responsible for overseeing the company’s accounting and financial reporting functions, ensuring accurate and timely financial information while maintaining strong internal controls and compliance with accounting policies. This position will lead the day-to-day accounting operations and partner closely with senior leadership to provide financial insight, support business decisions, and improve overall financial performance.

The ideal candidate will have prior manufacturing, construction, industrial, or project-based accounting experience and a strong understanding of cost accounting, job/project costing, inventory, budgeting, and financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all accounting functions, including general ledger, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, fixed assets, and cash management.
• Direct the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes and ensure financial statements are completed accurately and timely.
• Prepare and analyze monthly financial statements, management reports, and financial performance metrics.
• Develop and maintain effective accounting policies, procedures, and internal controls.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash flow projections, and financial planning activities.
• Monitor company financial performance and provide management with meaningful analysis, trends, and recommendations.
• Manage and improve cost accounting and job/project costing processes, including analysis of labor, materials, overhead, and other direct and indirect costs.
• For manufacturing operations, oversee inventory accounting, standard costs, variances, cycle counts, and inventory valuation.
• For construction/project-based operations, monitor project profitability, work-in-progress reporting, job costs, billings, retainage, and percentage-of-completion accounting as applicable.
• Review and analyze gross margins, operating expenses, project performance, and other key financial indicators.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, company accounting policies, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate annual audits, tax-related reporting, insurance audits, and other external financial requirements.
• Work closely with operations, project management, purchasing, sales, and other departments to improve financial processes and business performance.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting capabilities, efficiencies, and cost controls.
• Lead, mentor, and develop accounting staff while establishing clear expectations and accountability.
• Assist senior leadership with financial modeling, capital expenditure analysis, business planning, and strategic initiatives.
• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure appropriate controls are in place to safeguard company assets.
• Perform other financial and accounting duties as assigned.

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Our client is a leader in the manufacturing of water-soluble technologies for many different of industries. They currently seek a Process Development Engineer to support the development of new processes within their R&D facilities in Chicago and NW Indiana. This engineer will work on process R&D activities within those two nearby facilities.

Salary Range: $140,000 - $160,000 + bonus 

Job Code: 36.26LH

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The position requires an advance degree in Chemical Engineering or Polymer Science. NO OTHER DEGREES WILL BE CONSIDERED. It also requires a minimum of 4 years of post-graduate scale-up and process modelling experience out of thin films or coatings. Process modelling and scale up experience is required.

Job Code: 36.26LH

Polymer Science/Chemical Engineer/Process Engineer/Process Scale Up Engineer/R&D/Chemicals/Manufacturing/Chemical Manufacturing/Polymer Science/Polymer Engineer/Material Engineer/Material Science

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*Due to the high volume of applications, only those qualified for the position will be contacted.

Our client is a global chemical manufacturer, and they are investing capital into their facilities. The Engineering Project Manager is a corporate role that will work with site project teams to develop and implement capital projects. This role will be seated at one of the manufacturing facilities, with a preference for the Chicago area. If seated in the Chicago area, travel will be about 30%. If seated at another site, travel will be up to 70%. 

Job Responsibilities of the Engineering Capital Project Manager include but are not limited to:

• Work with site engineering teams to evaluate equipment needs and develop project plans
• Identify what equipment is needed for sufficient production of product, including new products
• Assess and oversee maintenance and reliability of current equipment 
• Oversee the front-end design, which may include managing vendors
• Provide updates to corporate leadership
• Travel to sites for oversight of project implementation

Salary Range: $125,000 - $140,000 plus 15% target bonus

Benefits: MDV,401K, PTO, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement

Job Code: 22.26JM

Email resumes to: jmooberry@cps4jobs.com

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