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Controller (5+ yrs exp req; up to $140k)

#twiceasnice Recruiting, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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Controller (5+ yrs exp req; up to $140k)

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#twiceasnice Recruiting Our client, in the Event Production industry, is looking for a Controller to join the team in Chicago, IL (Onsite in West Town, 4 blocks from Green & Pink Lines). Reporting to the owners, you will be responsible for executing and overseeing daily accounting initiatives while ensuring best practices and processes are instituted and effectively carried out to maximize profitability. Ideal candidates will have at least five years of experience acting as a Controller and be comfortable in a fast-paced environment. You must have a hands-on, roll-up-your-sleeves mentality to get the job done. Experience consolidating the accounting of multiple legal entities is required. This role offers the opportunity to manage accounting for around $30 Million and take ownership of the process. Responsibilities

Lead finance staff of 5+ employees in multiple offices across the US Maximize return on assets by establishing financial policies/procedures, controls and systems Guide financial decisions by establishing, monitoring, and enforcing policies and procedures Protect assets by establishing, monitoring, and enforcing internal controls Conduct audits and provide information to external auditors Maximize return and limit risk on cash by managing bank balances and investments Prepare budgets and consolidate financial data Prepare and file Month/Year End reporting Achieve budget objectives through expenditures; analyze variances and initiate corrective action Provide status of financial condition by collecting, interpreting, and reporting financial data Prepare special reports and summarize information/trends Comply with federal, state, and local legal requirements Complete operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employees Protect operations by keeping financial information and plans confidential Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required 5+ years as Controller (under $29M revenue) OR 5+ years as Assistant Controller/ Accounting Manager (over $30M revenue) experience required Experience working with multiple legal entities required Job details

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Accounting/Auditing Industry: Events Services Other notes: Sponsorship not available; Relocation not available; Start Date: ASAP; Typical Hours: Mon-Fri, 9 am – 5 pm CT; Onsite role in Chicago, IL

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