Controller

ARCO Companies; Downers Grove (IL); Presencial; USD 90.000 - 120.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Industry-leading bonus program

ESOP

Traditional and Roth 401k

Tuition reimbursement

Scholarship for associates' children

1-month sabbatical after every five 1

1-week paid volunteer leave annually

100% charitable match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

12-week maternity leave

Descripción de la vacante

ARCO Companies is seeking a Controller with audit experience to join our accounting team in one of our Chicago offices. You will work closely with our accounting, project management, and leadership teams to drive accurate financial reporting and strong controls.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting with 5–10 years of public or construction accounting experience. CPA is preferred, and Advanced Excel/IT skills are highly valued as you collaborate across departments and leadership.

Formación

• Bachelor of Science in Accounting is required.
• 5-10 years of public or construction accounting experience preferred.
• CPA is preferred if applicable.
• Construction industry experience is a plus but not required.
• Advanced Excel and IT skills are a plus.
• Candidate should adapt communication style to different audiences and be an effective communicator.
• Candidate must establish good working relationships with Senior Management.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare monthly financial statements and reconcile job costs for ARCO/Murray companies.
• Monitor accounting transactions monthly and resolve issues daily.
• Prepare and assist with monthly bank reconciliations and intercompany allocations (A/P).
• Balance intercompany cash accounts and support project managers on subcontracts, insurance, and job cost details.
• Collaborate with AP to review and approve payment requests.
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Assist with year-end audit.
• Respond to information requests from leadership on financial issues.
• Work on various projects delegated by VP of Accounting or leadership.

Conocimientos

Advanced Excel

IT Skills

Communication

Interacting with Senior Management

Educación

B.S. in Accounting

CPA preferred

Herramientas

IT Skills

Descripción del empleo

ABOUT YOU

Are you a motivated Accounting Professional who loves making an impact? Are you looking to be a part of a dynamic and collaborative team? Do you act with integrity and hold yourself to the highest standards? If the answer is, "Yes!" then we have an exciting, long-term opportunity for you. Who are we? We are ARCO, a Family of Construction Companies.

We are looking for a Controller with audit experience to join our established accounting team in one of our Chicago offices. You will work closely with our accounting, project management, and leadership teams.

A DAY IN THE LIFE

• Prepare monthly financial statements and reconcile the job cost for the various ARCO/Murray companies.
• Monitor accounting transactions throughout the month and resolve any issues that occur in the process daily
• Prepare and assist with monthly bank reconciliations and intercompany allocations (A/P)
• Balance intercompany cash accounts and interact with the Project Managers and Leadership to assist them with subcontracts, insurance issues, and job cost details
• Collaborate with accounts payable to review and approve payment requests (invoices, check requests forms, etc)
• Assist with budgeting and forecasting process
• Assist with year-end audit
• Respond to requests for information and analysis from the leadership team within the ARCO/Murray family of companies on various accounting and financial issues
• Work on a variety of different projects throughout the month that are delegated from the Vice President of Accounting or other Leadership

NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS

• Qualified candidates must have a Bachelor of Science in Accounting
• 5-10 years of public or construction related accounting experience preferred
• CPA preferred
• Experience in the construction industry is also considered a plus but is not required
• Advanced Excel and IT Skills considered a plus
• The ideal candidate will be able to adapt their communication style to suit different audiences and be an effective communicator
• Candidates must have the ability to establish good working relationships with Senior Management

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

• Industry-leading performance-based bonus program
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Traditional and Roth 401k
• Tuition reimbursement for associates
• Scholarship for associates' children up to $28,000 per child
• 1-month paid sabbatical after every five years of employment, plus $5,000 for travel
• 1-week paid volunteer leave each year
• 100% charitable match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• 100% paid 12-week maternity leave

At ARCO, our first core value is to treat people fairly and do the right thing. We are proud to be a drug-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

From recruiting, training, and hiring practices to selecting our subcontractors, we understand that diversity of all those involved in the construction process enhances our ability to deliver the best solutions to our customers. We hire the best and the brightest from across the country - constructing a team of experts in architecture, design, engineering, project management, and business services.

MAKE YOUR MOVE

We are proud to be one of the fastest-growing, privately-owned companies in America, celebrating over 30 years of experience as design-build experts. We have completed over 7,500 design-build projects nationwide. We ranked #9 on ENR's Design-Build Firms list and #34 on ENR's Top 400 Contractors list of 2026. Most importantly, our clients like us, trust us, and want to do business with us. We are looking for people with the same enthusiasm, passion, and respect for the hard work that brought us to where we are today. Are you a person who can make a difference at ARCO? If the answer is "Yes!" we look forward to meeting you.

LEGAL DISCLAIMER

EOE, including disability/vets