Assistant Controller - Strategic, Audit-Ready Finance

HireFinance; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

HireFinance in Des Plaines, Illinois is seeking a technical and operationally-minded Assistant Controller to join their corporate finance team. This role involves overseeing GAAP-compliant accounting activities and managing the monthly and annual close processes. Ideal for professionals transitioning from Big 4 or Top-Tier Public Accounting into a leadership role.

The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, CPA preferred, and over 5 years of experience in progressive accounting roles.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive experience in accounting.
• Strong understanding of audit and control processes.
• Experience in public accounting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct GAAP-compliant accounting activities.
• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes.
• Serve as primary liaison for external assurance teams.
• Participate in system migrations and data integrity projects.
• Manage insurance-related accounting.

Skills

GAAP-compliant accounting

General ledger reconciliations

Financial reporting

Audit leadership

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting

CPA or progress toward CPA

Job description

HireFinance in Des Plaines, Illinois is seeking a technical and operationally-minded Assistant Controller to join their corporate finance team. This role involves overseeing GAAP-compliant accounting activities and managing the monthly and annual close processes. Ideal for professionals transitioning from Big 4 or Top-Tier Public Accounting into a leadership role.

The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, CPA preferred, and over 5 years of experience in progressive accounting roles.