CFS
Base pay range
$150,000 – $160,000 per year
Our client is a program administrator for specialty property casualty and professional liability products and a general agency and third‑party administrator for employee benefit and life products. They are looking for a detail‑oriented and motivated controller in the Northwest suburbs to lead their accounting operations and ensure the accuracy and integrity of their financial reporting. The controller ensures the accuracy of financial data, supports strategic decision‑making, and leads the accounting team to maintain efficient and effective financial processes. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, technical accounting expertise, and a strategic mindset.
Why work here as a Controller
Little turnover
Lots of growth opportunities
Strong benefits
Friendly environment, family‑owned business
Great work‑life balance
Role is open due to growth
Ability to work from home (2 days in the office)
Responsibilities
Manage accounting operations: AR/AP, GL, payroll, and financial reporting
Oversee month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end close processes
Ensure compliance with GAAP, tax regulations, and internal policies
Develop and monitor budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections
Lead and mentor accounting staff
Collaborate with leadership on strategic financial planning
Manage audits and coordinate with external auditors
Reconcile monthly balance sheet, WIP to general ledger
Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA preferred)
10 years of corporate, public, or a mix
5 years of management
Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting
Excellent leadership, analytical and communication skills
Seniority level Director
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Industries Accounting
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Our client is a program administrator for specialty property casualty and professional liability products and a general agency and third‑party administrator for employee benefit and life products. They are looking for a detail‑oriented and motivated controller in the Northwest suburbs to lead their accounting operations and ensure the accuracy and integrity of their financial reporting. The controller ensures the accuracy of financial data, supports strategic decision‑making, and leads the accounting team to maintain efficient and effective financial processes. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, technical accounting expertise, and a strategic mindset.
Why work here as a Controller
Little turnover
Lots of growth opportunities
Strong benefits
Friendly environment, family‑owned business
Great work‑life balance
Role is open due to growth
Ability to work from home (2 days in the office)
Responsibilities
Manage accounting operations: AR/AP, GL, payroll, and financial reporting
Oversee month‑end, quarter‑end, and year‑end close processes
Ensure compliance with GAAP, tax regulations, and internal policies
Develop and monitor budgets, forecasts, and cash flow projections
Lead and mentor accounting staff
Collaborate with leadership on strategic financial planning
Manage audits and coordinate with external auditors
Reconcile monthly balance sheet, WIP to general ledger
Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA preferred)
10 years of corporate, public, or a mix
5 years of management
Strong knowledge of GAAP and financial reporting
Excellent leadership, analytical and communication skills
Seniority level Director
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Industries Accounting
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at CFS by 2x.
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