Controller

Jobot; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Match

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

PTO & Paid Holidays

Direct Line to Leadership

Room to Build

Hybrid schedule

Job summary

Jobot seeks a Controller in Chicago, IL for a hybrid, permanent position. You will oversee daily accounting operations, lead monthly/year-end closes, and partner with senior leadership to drive financial performance.

With 7+ years in accounting and strong GAAP expertise, you will manage budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and internal controls while mentoring staff. This Chicago-based, hybrid role offers substantial growth and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field. CPA preferred, not required
• Minimum 7 years of progressive accounting experience, ideally with prior Controller or Accounting Manager experience
• Strong command of GAAP and financial reporting
• Proven ability to own the month end close and prepare financial statements
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management
• Background in a small to mid sized, privately held company where the Controller rolls up their sleeves
• Experience with inventory, distribution or product based accounting is a strong plus
• Comfortable communicating directly with ownership and senior leadership

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily accounting operations, including general ledger, AP, AR, cash management and reconciliations
• Lead the monthly and year end close, producing accurate financial statements and management reports
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, cash flow projections and financial analysis
• Partner with senior leadership to deliver reporting and analysis that drives business decisions
• Track revenue, expenses, margins, inventory and overall financial performance
• Oversee accounting for product sales, distribution, transportation and supplier relationships
• Maintain strong internal controls and protect the integrity of financial data
• Coordinate with outside CPA firms, tax advisors, auditors and banks
• Support annual tax preparation, audits and compliance requirements
• Spot and implement improvements to accounting processes, reporting and controls
• Build and maintain financial models and reporting tools for leadership
• Work across operations, sales and logistics to explain financial results and trends
• Manage and develop accounting staff as the organization grows

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Leadership experience

Communication with ownership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

Controller

$140000 - $180000 per year | Chicago, IL | On-site | Permanent

Hybrid Role in Downtown Chicago

A bit about us:

Founded more than two decades ago and based in Chicago, we are a growing agricultural products and distribution company focused on helping crop growers build healthier, more productive soil. Our agricultural gypsum reaches farmers through distributors in 20 states across the Midwest, Plains and South, plus Ontario, and we work with utilities and manufacturers to turn valuable byproducts into useful farm inputs instead of landfill waste. We're a lean, entrepreneurial team where the work stays close to the business, so the people in key seats see their impact every day.

Why join us?

• Competitive Compensation: Up to [Top End of Salary] base salary (DOE) + Bonuses
• 401(k) with Match
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
• PTO & Paid Holidays
• Direct Line to Leadership: Work side by side with ownership and senior leadership, with real influence on how the business grows
• Room to Build: Shape the accounting function, improve processes and develop a team as the company scales
• Hybrid schedule based in Chicago

Job Details

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Oversee daily accounting operations, including general ledger, AP, AR, cash management and reconciliations
• Lead the monthly and year end close, producing accurate financial statements and management reports
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, cash flow projections and financial analysis
• Partner with senior leadership to deliver reporting and analysis that drives business decisions
• Track revenue, expenses, margins, inventory and overall financial performance
• Oversee accounting for product sales, distribution, transportation and supplier relationships
• Maintain strong internal controls and protect the integrity of financial data
• Coordinate with outside CPA firms, tax advisors, auditors and banks
• Support annual tax preparation, audits and compliance requirements
• Spot and implement improvements to accounting processes, reporting and controls
• Build and maintain financial models and reporting tools for leadership
• Work across operations, sales and logistics to explain financial results and trends
• Manage and develop accounting staff as the organization grows

Qualifications Needed

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field. CPA preferred, not required
• Minimum 7 years of progressive accounting experience, ideally with prior Controller or Accounting Manager experience
• Strong command of GAAP and financial reporting
• Proven ability to own the month end close and prepare financial statements
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management
• Background in a small to mid sized, privately held company where the Controller rolls up their sleeves
• Experience with inventory, distribution or product based accounting is a strong plus
• Comfortable communicating directly with ownership and senior leadership

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