We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead accounting operations for a banking organization based in Chicago IL. This position will guide financial reporting, strengthen compliance practices, and provide leadership on accounting policy across the enterprise. The role works closely with senior leaders to deliver meaningful financial insight, support sound decision-making, and improve operational effectiveness. Responsibilities:• Lead the company’s Accounting functions, ensuring timely, accurate, and well-supported financial results across corporate and business unit activities.• Serve as a trusted accounting advisor to senior leadership by offering guidance on controllership matters, external reporting, and finance-related priorities.• Establish and monitor internal controls that align with regulatory expectations, organizational complexity, and sound governance standards.• Evaluate accounting treatment for both new and ongoing business activities, applying relevant guidance to maintain compliant and consistent reporting.• Manage productive relationships with external auditors and regulatory parties, supporting reviews, examinations, and reporting requirements.• Identify opportunities to streamline workflows, enhance scalability, and improve efficiency through process redesign and finance system enablement efforts.• Partner with cross-functional teams on initiatives that affect accounting activities, financial reporting, and broader business performance.• Develop, mentor, and lead a collaborative accounting team focused on high performance, accountability, and continuous improvement.

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance. • CPA designation is required. • 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, with significant background in banking or financial services preferred. • Strong command of U.S. GAAP, financial reporting standards, and applicable regulatory requirements. • Prior experience in public accounting is preferred. • Demonstrated ability to lead teams, influence stakeholders, and manage change in a complex environment. • Experience improving accounting processes and supporting finance systems transformation initiatives. • Strong communication, strategic thinking, and executive partnership skills.

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Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
190000 - 230000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead accounting operations for a banking organization based in Chicago IL. This position will guide financial reporting, strengthen compliance practices, and provide leadership on accounting policy across the enterprise. The role works closely with senior leaders to deliver meaningful financial insight, support sound decision-making, and improve operational effectiveness. Responsibilities:• Lead the company’s Accounting functions, ensuring timely, accurate, and well-supported financial results across corporate and business unit activities.• Serve as a trusted accounting advisor to senior leadership by offering guidance on controllership matters, external reporting, and finance-related priorities.• Establish and monitor internal controls that align with regulatory expectations, organizational complexity, and sound governance standards.• Evaluate accounting treatment for both new and ongoing business activities, applying relevant guidance to maintain compliant and consistent reporting.• Manage productive relationships with external auditors and regulatory parties, supporting reviews, examinations, and reporting requirements.• Identify opportunities to streamline workflows, enhance scalability, and improve efficiency through process redesign and finance system enablement efforts.• Partner with cross-functional teams on initiatives that affect accounting activities, financial reporting, and broader business performance.• Develop, mentor, and lead a collaborative accounting team focused on high performance, accountability, and continuous improvement.
2026-06-26T00:00:00Z