Assistant Controller/ Accounting Manager

BORNQUIST INC; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 94,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Profit Sharing

401k Program

Disability insurance

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Bornquist Inc. in Northbrook, IL, seeks an Assistant Controller to support the Controller in overseeing accounting operations and financial reporting.

This role offers significant autonomy, partnership across the organization, and leadership opportunities to enhance financial processes and controls. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s in Accounting/Finance, 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, CPA preferred, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and ERP systems such as Epicor Prophet

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including full-cycle accounting and financial reporting.
• CPA certification preferred (or actively pursuing).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams).
• Experience with ERP systems; Epicor Prophet 21 experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and oversee the daily work of Accounting Department staff, including AP, AR/Collections, and Bookkeeping.
• Plan, assign, and review work to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and deadlines.
• Provide training, coaching, and performance feedback to team members.
• Support hiring and onboarding of accounting personnel.
• Ensure alignment between accounting operations and cross-functional departments including Order Processing, Billing, Service, Purchasing, and Warehouse.
• Lead the close process, ensure timely, accurate financial statements, and drive process improvements.

Skills

GAAP

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Forecasting

Variance analysis

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Epicor Prophet 21

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Full-time Regular Bornquist Inc. - Northbrook Northbrook, IL, US

Salary Range: $94,000.00 To $125,000.00 Annually

Bornquist, one of the premier Manufacturer’s Reps in the Chicagoland area, has built dominant brand name recognition for every product that it represents in the Commercial, Industrial, HVAC, and Plumbing markets in Northern Illinois. We offer competitive pay, benefits, and a friendly work environment for all employees. We focus on professional development by providing the necessary training for all employees to remain up-to-date on all our manufacturers and current technologies.

We believe our employees and customers will recognize us as a leader in our industry and a valuable resource!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran.

Benefits: Medical (HMO, HSA & PPO options), Dental, Vision, Generous Profit Sharing and 401k Program, Short Term & Long Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program, Employee Discounts through ADP LifeMart/LifeCare, Paid Time Of

Position Summary

The Assistant Controller supports the Controller in overseeing the company's accounting operations and financial reporting functions. This role is ideal for a highly skilled accounting professional who can operate with significant autonomy, contribute to strategic financial initiatives, and partner across the organization to strengthen financial processes and controls. The Assistant Controller plays a key role in ensuring the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of financial information while driving process improvements, supporting compliance, and contributing to the organization's continued growth and success.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Supervise and oversees the daily work of Accounting Department staff, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable/Collections, and Bookkeeping functions.
• Plans, assigns, and reviews work to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and adherence to deadlines.
• Provides training, coaching, and performance feedback to team members.
• Supports hiring and onboarding of accounting personnel.
• Ensures alignment between accounting operations and cross-functional departments including Order Processing, Billing, Service, Purchasing, and Warehouse.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) in Accounting, Finance, or related field required.
• 5+ years of progressive accounting experience, including full-cycle accounting and financial reporting.
• Prior experience in a senior accountant or accounting manager role strongly preferred.
• CPA certification preferred (or actively pursuing).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams).
• Experience with ERP systems; Epicor Prophet 21 experience is a plus.

Other Skills Required

• Strong working knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and internal controls.
• Proven ability to lead the close process and produce accurate financial statements.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Ability to analyze financial data and translate it into actionable insights.
• Demonstrated ability to manage workflows and improve processes.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively with all levels of management and cross-functional teams.
• High level of professionalism, attention to detail, and accountability.
• Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce.
• Execution & Ownership Mindset – Takes responsibility for delivering accurate and timely financial results.
• Analytical & Problem Solving – Gathers and analyzes data, identifies issues, and develops practical solutions.
• Business Acumen – Understands operational impacts on financial performance and supports informed decision-making.
• Leadership Development – Demonstrates readiness to take on increased responsibility and future ownership of the accounting function.
• Communication – Clearly communicates financial information and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Professionalism & Integrity – Maintains high ethical standards and accountability in all work.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Frequently required to stand, walk, and sit.
• Frequently required to utilize hand and finger dexterity.
• Frequently required to talk or hear.
• Frequently utilize visual acuity to read technical information, and/or use a keyboard.
• Occasionally required to lift or carry items up to 25 pounds.
• Occasionally required to bend, stoop, or kneel.