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Senior Director & Controller
Job in
Oak Park, Cook County, Illinois, 60303, USA
Listed on 2026-02-17
Listing for:
Institute of Management Accountants, Inc.
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-02-17
Job specializations:
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Finance & Banking
Financial Manager, CFO -
Management
Financial Manager, CFO
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Senior Director, Controller
A global, service based organization with a strong U.S. market presence is seeking an accomplished Senior Director, Controller to lead its accounting function, oversee a multi entity financial structure, and partner closely with an international CFO. This high visibility role oversees U.S. accounting operations, which represent a significant portion of enterprise revenue.
Why This Role Is Attractive- Elevated role due to organizational restructuring
- Direct succession into a key leadership position
- Strong internal career advancement potential
- History of internal promotions on the finance team
- Competitive low premium benefits and employee perks
- Organization continues to expand through acquisitions
The Senior Director, Controller will lead a team of nine across general accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and operational accounting. The position blends controllership with financial reporting, forecasting support, and executive level collaboration.
Key Responsibilities- Lead and develop the U.S. accounting team
- Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
- Deliver accurate financial reporting and variance analysis
- Lead the annual financial audit and manage external auditor communications
- Oversee tax schedules and collaborate with outside tax advisors
- Support forecasting, budgeting, and revenue analysis
- Manage revenue recognition, cost of sales, commissions, and accruals
- Prepare margin reporting and meet regularly with executive leadership
- Ensure timely reconciliations, balance sheet accuracy, and compliance
- Oversee general ledger system configuration and internal controls
- Partner with the CFO on financial projects and ad hoc initiatives
- Certified Public Accountant required
- Big 4 or top tier public accounting background
- 10 or more years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership
- Strong controllership experience in multi entity environments
- Skilled at managing and developing teams, including managers
- Proven upward mobility within career
- Advanced Excel and strong financial systems capability
- Base salary approximately $190,000-$220,000
- Annual bonus eligibility
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, 401(k) match, and travel related benefits
Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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