<p>We are looking for an Assistant Controller to support daily accounting operations and help maintain accurate, timely financial reporting for the organization in Wadsworth, Illinois. This position plays a key role in cash management, month-end close, account reconciliation, tax compliance, and internal control review. The ideal candidate brings strong accounting experience, advanced Excel capabilities, and a careful, analytical approach to resolving discrepancies and meeting deadlines.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee the preparation and review of financial records and supporting reports to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with accounting standards.</p><p>• Monitor daily banking activity, build cash flow reporting, and reconcile cash-related transactions across multiple locations while investigating irregularities.</p><p>• Record credit card processing charges each day and resolve variances by tracing activity and coordinating with appropriate parties.</p><p>• Review site-generated documentation for accuracy and compliance with established procedures and internal control expectations.</p><p>• Maintain real estate tax schedules, process payments by required deadlines, and record related accrual entries in the general ledger.</p><p>• Support accounts payable administration by setting up new vendors and maintaining account information for AP activity as needed.</p><p>• Lead monthly close tasks by preparing and posting journal entries, including accruals and other recurring adjustments, within established deadlines.</p><p>• Reconcile balance sheet and receivable-related accounts, research outstanding differences, and work with management to bring issues to resolution.</p><p>• Prepare and submit recurring tax filings, including motor fuel and sales tax returns, while tracking rate updates and applying changes accurately.</p><p>• Assist with annual accounting activities such as 1099 reporting, audit support, insurance renewal documentation, and other controller-led initiatives.</p><p><br></p><p>Benefits:</p><p>• Profit Sharing plan</p><p>• Dental insurance</p><p>• Health insurance</p><p>• Life insurance</p><p>• Paid time off</p><p>• Vision Insurance</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead accounting operations for a manufacturing organization in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. This role will oversee financial reporting, technical accounting, and multi-entity consolidations while supporting sound business decisions through accurate and timely analysis. The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP, a hands-on leadership style, and the ability to guide accounting processes in a complex, multi-divisional environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct the day-to-day accounting function, ensuring financial records are accurate, complete, and maintained in accordance with U.S. GAAP.</p><p>• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes, including preparation and review of financial statements and supporting schedules.</p><p>• Manage consolidation activities across multiple business units, ensuring consistent reporting and appropriate intercompany accounting treatment.</p><p>• Research accounting matters, evaluate technical guidance, and recommend compliant treatment for complex transactions.</p><p>• Supervise and develop accounting staff, setting priorities, reviewing work, and promoting strong internal controls across the organization.</p><p>• Partner with operational and business leaders to provide financial insight, resolve reporting issues, and improve overall accounting performance.</p><p>• Support audits and other external reporting requirements by preparing documentation and coordinating with auditors and internal stakeholders.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Benefit : </strong>Medical/Dental, 401k & PTO</p><p>“Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.” to your posting. Once complete, let me know.</p><p><br></p>
<p>Hybrid - 3 days a week on site Controller to lead the accounting function for healthcare-focused nonprofit in Northbrook Illinois. This position will oversee accounting and grant accounting. Ideally revenue cycle ( healthcare experience). This role offers a hybrid schedule with three days onsite and the opportunity to grow within the organization as well as manage staff. Be responsible for being the point person for audits. Hiring personnel and evaluating staffing </p><p><br></p><p>Send your resume to [email protected] or call 630-368-1175</p><p>medical, dental and other benefits.</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Fully responsible for accounting function, ensuring an accurate and timely monthly close and financial reporting process. Supervise, mentor, and support accounting staff while overseeing allocations, journal entries, interdepartmental postings, and cash activity.</li><li>Review and reconcile monthly account schedules and oversee close procedures, including analytical review of key balance sheet accounts. Identify variances, investigate discrepancies, and ensure timely resolution.</li><li>Oversee payroll-related accounting activities, including review of recurring payroll processing, research of exceptions, reconciliation of payroll tax filings, and resolution of related inquiries.</li><li>Manage annual information return reporting in coordination with finance staff and ensure timely preparation and distribution of required tax documents.</li><li>Develop, document, and enhance accounting processes, internal controls, and financial policies to support compliance and operational effectiveness. Maintain a consistent account structure and support internal audit activity, risk assessments, and cost analysis initiatives.</li><li>Identify and implement process improvements and systems enhancements to increase automation across accounting and budgeting workflows. Oversee financial systems administration, data integrity, reporting reliability, and control procedures.</li><li>Partner with executive leadership on special projects, strategic initiatives, and departmental priorities. Provide financial guidance, tools, and decision-support resources to operational leaders across the organization.</li><li>Serve as liaison for retirement plan administration and support compliance-related reporting and annual filings.</li><li>Coordinate with external auditors and tax advisors to support the annual audit process and required organizational tax filings.</li></ul>