Job Description
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Health insurance
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
Life insurance
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We are seeking a highly motivated, hands-on, results driven Financial Controller. In this role you will report directly to the Global CFO and work together in managing a $250m plus business, and its month-end financial close process and all related required stakeholder reporting, partner with cross-functional leaders to drive strategic initiatives, and enhance departmental processes, striving to improve productivity and efficiency. The ideal candidate should be a strong leader who is highly commercial and is a team player who thrives at multi-tasking in a fast-paced and collaborative environment. This position requires hybrid work flexibility to meet at our downtown Chicago office building three-four times per week and will require intermittent travel to our facilities nationwide.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Partner with department managers and executives to provide guidance with financial analyses, budget tracking, metrics and reporting, including close relationship with sales and operations
Assist with FP&A in leading the continuous improvement of financial reporting, analysis of balance sheet and income statement fluctuations, forecasting and driving strategic initiatives and process improvements
Collaborate with G&A business partners such as legal, IT & HR on various ad-hoc reporting and support requests
Review accounting documentation, such as journal entries and account reconciliations, to ensure completeness and accuracy of records along with compliance with US GAAP, internal controls, policies and procedures
Build and manage strong relationships with other functions within the Company, including finance, sales and operations, to ensure that financial results and initiatives are shared in a timely manner, driving performance by setting goals and fostering an environment to achieve those goals
Liaise and work with the business development team and be part of joint presentations to customers and potential customers.
Maintain strong controls and processes within accounting operations; enhance, design, maintain and review internal controls and corporate policies and procedures
Partner with external audit firm in managing audit requests to drive timely completion annual audits
Management oversight of Payroll accounting processes, including compliance with the internal expense policy
EXPERIENCE, SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:
BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, or related Business field
Minimum * years’ experience gained in Public Accounting and or industry
Strong leadership ability and experience managing large teams
CPA or similar licensure
Strong working knowledge of US GAAP
Excellent communication, including the ability to interact with all organization levels.
Motivated self-starter who thrives on taking ownership with limited oversight, has a continuous improvement mindset, and a strong work ethic
Adaptability and enthusiasm for new challenges, innate curiosity and a passion for learning
A collaborative mindset that is open to giving and receiving ideas, perspectives and feedback
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects with competing priorities and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
High proficiency with Excel
Pulled from the full job description
Health insurance
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
Life insurance
Full job description
We are seeking a highly motivated, hands-on, results driven Financial Controller. In this role you will report directly to the Global CFO and work together in managing a $250m plus business, and its month-end financial close process and all related required stakeholder reporting, partner with cross-functional leaders to drive strategic initiatives, and enhance departmental processes, striving to improve productivity and efficiency. The ideal candidate should be a strong leader who is highly commercial and is a team player who thrives at multi-tasking in a fast-paced and collaborative environment. This position requires hybrid work flexibility to meet at our downtown Chicago office building three-four times per week and will require intermittent travel to our facilities nationwide.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Partner with department managers and executives to provide guidance with financial analyses, budget tracking, metrics and reporting, including close relationship with sales and operations
Assist with FP&A in leading the continuous improvement of financial reporting, analysis of balance sheet and income statement fluctuations, forecasting and driving strategic initiatives and process improvements
Collaborate with G&A business partners such as legal, IT & HR on various ad-hoc reporting and support requests
Review accounting documentation, such as journal entries and account reconciliations, to ensure completeness and accuracy of records along with compliance with US GAAP, internal controls, policies and procedures
Build and manage strong relationships with other functions within the Company, including finance, sales and operations, to ensure that financial results and initiatives are shared in a timely manner, driving performance by setting goals and fostering an environment to achieve those goals
Liaise and work with the business development team and be part of joint presentations to customers and potential customers.
Maintain strong controls and processes within accounting operations; enhance, design, maintain and review internal controls and corporate policies and procedures
Partner with external audit firm in managing audit requests to drive timely completion annual audits
Management oversight of Payroll accounting processes, including compliance with the internal expense policy
EXPERIENCE, SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:
BA/BS in Accounting, Finance, or related Business field
Minimum * years’ experience gained in Public Accounting and or industry
Strong leadership ability and experience managing large teams
CPA or similar licensure
Strong working knowledge of US GAAP
Excellent communication, including the ability to interact with all organization levels.
Motivated self-starter who thrives on taking ownership with limited oversight, has a continuous improvement mindset, and a strong work ethic
Adaptability and enthusiasm for new challenges, innate curiosity and a passion for learning
A collaborative mindset that is open to giving and receiving ideas, perspectives and feedback
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects with competing priorities and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
High proficiency with Excel
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Financial Controller position is now open for candidates interested in the Accountant Jobs sector. This role in Chicago offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Accountant Jobs is a plus.
