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Assistant Controller

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
120000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this role $120,000 - $140,000 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] We are looking for an experienced Assistant Controller to join our team in Chicago, Illinois. This role is ideal for a finance expert who excels at managing accounting operations, financial reporting, and team leadership. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring the accuracy of financial records and supporting organizational goals through strategic financial management. Responsibilities:• Oversee the financial close process to maintain accurate and reliable accounting records.• Prepare financial reports that adhere to compliance standards and organizational requirements.• Develop, monitor, and evaluate budgets to align with organizational objectives.• Conduct financial forecasts and analyze variances between actual results and budgets, providing actionable recommendations.• Implement and enhance cash management strategies to ensure liquidity and financial stability.• Guide and mentor the accounting team, promoting continuous improvement and attention to detail.• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and internal policies in all financial operations.• Utilize accounting software systems to streamline processes and improve efficiency.• Support audits by providing accurate documentation and resolving discrepancies.• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, and billing functions to maintain operational efficiency.
2026-08-11T00:00:00Z

Controller

Milwaukee, WI
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
100000 - 117000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead the accounting operations of a mission-driven nonprofit in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This role will guide financial reporting, budgeting, compliance, and cash management while partnering with leadership to support sound financial decision-making. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, leadership capability, and a commitment to accuracy, accountability, and organizational values. Responsibilities: • Produce timely financial reports, including statements, account analysis, and other summaries that support informed business decisions. • Coordinate with independent auditors and provide the documentation and support needed for annual audits and compliance reviews. • Examine tax filings and related financial submissions to confirm completeness, accuracy, and adherence to applicable regulations. • Monitor reconciliations between subsidiary records and the general ledger, and ensure outstanding balances are tracked and addressed appropriately. • Direct the accounts receivable process by improving workflows, maintaining procedures, and strengthening collection practices. • Manage grant accounting activities, including recordkeeping, reporting, and on-time submissions to federal and state agencies. • Partner with department leaders and senior management to develop budgets that align financial plans with organizational priorities. • Oversee cash flow planning, evaluate liquidity needs, and recommend investment approaches, financial policies, and internal procedures. • Supervise key accounting functions and staff, including team members responsible for payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash management. • Develop accounting practices that support operational continuity, including processes related to changes in museum operations when needed.
2026-08-28T00:00:00Z

Controller

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.
2026-09-04T00:00:00Z

Controller

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
120000 - 125000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this role is $120,000 - $125,000 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] Don’t settle or waste your time with ‘Competitive Pay Rates’ nonsense. JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:· Provide immediate supervision and ongoing qualitative monitoring of employees responsible for accounts payable, and petty cash reimbursement· Sets a positive example for employees, is a role model. Supports and trains employees on appropriate strategies using the 5 S’s and therapeutic de-escalation skills· Promotes professional growth in employees, fostering strengths and redirecting efforts as necessary· Ensure employees attend training related to being trauma informed-at least two every twelve months· Mediate personnel conflicts with respect and dignity· Understand the impact of secondary trauma and workplace stress and use strategies to prevent, minimize and/or help employees heal and recover· Ensure assessment tools used to inform practice and treatment include screens for trauma exposure· Maintain fidelity of trauma focused interventions and treatment modalities· Holds regular (at least bi-weekly), documented supervision of supervisees· Actively involved in planning and delivery of training related to own area of expertise and needs of programs supervised· Ensure overall timeliness and accuracy of general ledger processing· Maintain chart of accounts· Conduct monthly and year-end general ledger closings and internal financial statement and schedule preparation· Responsible for the accounting of restricted assets and coordinates that activity with the Development department, including qualitative balancing checks of each fund and various accounts· Review the allocation cost methodology routinely to ensure costs are being properly shared between programs · Update the A/P staff routinely with current allocations· Coordinate annual independent audit, including preparation of Agency audited financial statements· Assist CFO in preparation of annual cost reports and annual CFR· Other duties, as needed.
2026-08-25T00:00:00Z

Controller

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
150000 - 170000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $130k-$150k plus bonus, and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid Controller role please send your resume to [email protected]. Job Description Financial Management & Reporting<ul><li>Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close processes.</li><li>Prepare and analyze financial statements (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow).</li><li>Ensure compliance with GAAP and company accounting policies.</li><li>Lead support work for annual financial statement audit and support needs for tax advisors.</li><li>Maintain accurate inventory valuation and cost accounting records. Mostly a distribution business but some contract manufacturing of own-branded products but no hard core cost accounting but definitely inventory accounting.</li><li>Support FP&A function in various financial statement / product margin analysis and profitability reporting by SKU, customer, or region.</li><li>Lead annual budgeting process and mid-year re-forecasts working collaboratively with FP&A function.</li><li>Monitor financial performance against budget/forecast and provide variance analysis.</li><li>Develop KPIs for distribution operations (inventory turns, fill rate, DSO, DPO, etc.).</li><li>Implement and monitor controls for inventory accuracy, shrinkage, and obsolescence.</li><li>Oversee cycle counts and year-end physical inventory.</li><li>Ensure proper costing methods (e.g., standard cost, FIFO) and landed cost accuracy.</li><li>Collaborate with operations on warehouse efficiency and cost-saving initiatives.</li><li>Manage cash flow forecasting and daily liquidity needs.</li><li>Oversee accounts receivable and accounts payable processes.</li><li>Monitor credit risk, customer payment performance, and collections strategies.</li><li>Strengthen internal controls across procurement, receiving, inventory, and sales order processes.</li><li>Ensure adherence to company policies and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Coordinate with external auditors on annual audits and tax preparations.</li><li>Optimize ERP/system workflows relating to purchasing, inventory, and sales.</li><li>Drive automation initiatives to reduce manual processes.</li><li>Lead improvements in reporting, data accuracy, and financial visibility across the organization.</li><li>Supervise accounting team (AP, AR, payroll, inventory accounting).</li><li>Partner with operations, sales, and supply chain to support business growth.</li><li>Provide financial insights to executive leadership for strategic decisions.</li><li>Support integration efforts for recently added acquisitions.</li></ul>
2026-08-25T00:00:00Z

Controller

Chicago, IL
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
120000 - 125000 USD / Yearly
The salary range for this position is $120,000 - $125,000 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 <ul><li>Lead the entire accounting function, including monthly, quarterly, and annual close, management of and communication of the close process, reconciliation and basic reporting functions associated with general ledger management, variance analysis, and annual close and audit management.</li><li>Oversight and direct involvement within the operational aspects of the accounting department, including Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Payroll, Vendor management, cash management, banking and applicable debt processes and other accounting/finance operations.</li><li>Responsibility for proactive identification of organizational and operational risks, as well as working with the executive team to develop efficient processes to manage those risks as the company continues its rapid growth.</li><li>Develop, maintain, and enforce accounting controls, policies, and procedures in accordance with GAAP</li></ul>
2026-09-04T00:00:00Z

Controller (Division)

Waukesha, WI
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
140000 - 190000 USD / Yearly
We are seeking a highly analytical, hands-on and results-driven Division Controller to oversee all financial and accounting activities at our production facility. This role is a key business partner to plant leadership, providing financial insights that drive operational efficiency, cost control, and strategic decision-making. Key Responsibilities: Financial Reporting & Analysis: Oversee monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting, ensuring accuracy and compliance with internal policies and GAAP. Ensure a smooth and successful annual audit by maintaining accurate and well-organized financial records. Month-End Close: Lead and manage the month-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial statement preparation. Cost Management: Analyze production costs, variances, and inventory, providing actionable insights to improve profitability and cost efficiency. Responsible for inventory valuation and standard costing systems. Budgeting & Forecasting: Drive the plant’s budgeting and forecasting processes, ensuring alignment with operational goals and identifying cost control opportunities. Internal Controls & Compliance: Ensure adherence to company policies and internal controls to maintain financial integrity and accuracy. Collaboration & Support: Partner with plant management to provide financial insights and recommendations to support decision-making and operational improvements. Team Leadership: Lead and collaborate with cross-functional teams, including direct reports, to foster a culture of continuous improvement, ensuring high performance and alignment with organizational goals. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, or Accounting. CPA is a plus. 10+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment, 5+ yrs in an accounting leadership position Strong knowledge of cost accounting, job costing, and variance analysis. Proficiency in ERP systems, Excel, Microsoft Word, and PowerPoint. Skilled in account reconciliation, cost analysis, and financial reporting. Proven ability to drive change and process improvements through cross-functional collaboration. Hands-on approach with a keen interest in the manufacturing process and collaboration with production teams.
2026-09-04T00:00:00Z

Controller (Division)

Milwaukee, WI
onsite
Permanent / Full Time
90000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
We are looking for an experienced Controller to lead the finance and accounting function for the division in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This role serves as a strategic partner to operational leadership while overseeing core accounting activities, financial controls, reporting, and cash flow performance. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, sound judgment, and the ability to build an accountable, service-oriented team that supports both daily execution and long-term business objectives. Responsibilities: • Lead the division’s finance and accounting operations, setting a strong example through accountability, collaboration, and high attention to detail. • Recruit, mentor, and develop a small accounting team, aligning responsibilities and structure to support efficiency, growth, and consistent performance. • Define performance expectations, review results regularly, and promote a culture centered on ownership, continuous improvement, and responsive internal service. • Partner closely with operations leadership to monitor financial and operational results, address issues proactively, and help achieve key business targets. • Oversee customer billing and cash application activities, including compliance with customer-directed supplier portal requirements and invoicing procedures. • Direct accounts receivable and collections efforts to improve cash flow, reduce aging balances, resolve billing discrepancies, and track relevant performance indicators. • Maintain required supplier portal documentation, such as insurance certificates and corporate records, to ensure timely compliance with customer standards. • Manage subcontractor payment activities within strict deadlines while coordinating with other locations on billing, collections, payables, and reporting needs. • Support audits, internal control reviews, and financial reporting requirements by working with corporate accounting on compliance matters, findings, and follow-up actions. • Contribute to process improvement, accounting policy documentation, cost analysis, and strategic planning related to spending patterns, cash management, and business risk.
2026-08-12T00:00:00Z