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Controller, Accounting, Accounting Manager

Job in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listing for: CFS
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-07
Job specializations:
  • Accounting
    Accounting Manager, Senior Accountant
  • Finance & Banking
    Accounting Manager
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 130000 - 150000 USD Yearly USD 130000.00 150000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Apply for the Controller role at CFS
.

This range is provided by CFS. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

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.

Why Join
  • Great Team (we have placed multiple people who love this company)
  • Good hybrid scheduled 3 days in and 2 days from home
  • Exiting career growth opportunities
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

Salary: $130,000 – $150,000

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at CFS by 2x.

Seniority level
  • Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
  • Full‑time
Job function
  • Accounting/Auditing and Finance
  • Industry: Accounting
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