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CFS

Controller

CFS, East Dundee, Illinois, United States

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Overview Our client is seeking a skilled

Controller

to join their U.S. general ledger team. This leadership role ensures the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting for U.S. entities, including managing monthly and quarterly close, consolidation, and balance sheet reviews. Reporting to the Director of Accounting, the Controller will play a key role in process improvement, team development, and strategic decision-making.

Salary: $130,000 – $150,000

Why Join? Recognized by Fortune and Forbes as a top workplace for diversity, women, and overall employee satisfaction. This company is also praised for its community engagement and philanthropic efforts.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee U.S. general ledger accounting and consolidation

Manage monthly/quarterly close and reporting schedules

Lead journal entry preparation, reconciliations, and balance sheet analysis

Ensure SOX 404 compliance and U.S. GAAP standards

Partner on complex transactions and acquisitions

Drive continuous improvement in processes and systems

Lead, mentor, and develop accounting staff

Collaborate with cross-functional teams on system enhancements and integrations

Qualifications

Bachelor’s in Accounting (Master’s preferred)

CPA required; Big 4 public accounting experience strongly preferred

5+ years in corporate accounting with 2+ years in leadership

Expertise in U.S. GAAP and financial close processes

Experience with ERP and financial reporting systems (SAP/BPC a plus)

Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills

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