Assistant Controller: GAAP, Consolidations & Audit Lead

Vaco by Highspring; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 125,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Vaco by Highspring in Chicago, IL is seeking an Assistant Controller to lead the corporate accounting function, close process, and financial reporting across the organization. You will manage staff, drive the annual audit and tax filings, and enforce policies and internal controls under U.S. GAAP.

The role requires manufacturing industry experience and a strong command of Microsoft Office. This direct-hire, onsite opportunity offers a salary range of $125,000 to $160,000 per year plus bonus,

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Accounting or Finance.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including management.
• Manufacturing industry experience.
• Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP.
• Excellent experience with Microsoft products.

Responsibilities

• Review and post journal entries.
• Review balance sheet reconciliations and rollforwards.
• Oversee the month-end close process.
• Support month-end financial reporting.
• Responsible for intercompany eliminations and consolidation entries.
• Oversee the annual financial audit.
• Oversee federal and state income tax returns.
• Oversee collection activities and reporting.
• Oversee the cash disbursement process.
• Oversee corporate accounting staff.

Skills

Financial reporting

U.S. GAAP knowledge

Team leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Vaco by Highspring in Chicago, IL is seeking an Assistant Controller to lead the corporate accounting function, close process, and financial reporting across the organization. You will manage staff, drive the annual audit and tax filings, and enforce policies and internal controls under U.S. GAAP.

The role requires manufacturing industry experience and a strong command of Microsoft Office. This direct-hire, onsite opportunity offers a salary range of $125,000 to $160,000 per year plus bonus,