Controller

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC; Hinsdale (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC seeks a Controller to lead accounting operations, partner with senior leadership, and drive business performance within a growing organization.

This role offers visibility and ownership with opportunities to influence financial strategy, oversee close, budgeting, forecasting, and process improvements across finance and operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Progressive accounting and finance experience with leadership responsibilities.
• CPA, MBA, or related certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, and month-end close activities.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis processes.
• Ensure accuracy of financial records and compliance with accounting standards.
• Partner with leadership to support strategic decision-making and business initiatives.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and controls.

Skills

Leadership

Financial reporting

Budgeting & forecasting

Financial analysis

Process improvement

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA / MBA a plus

Job description

Controller

Looking for a Controller opportunity where you can lead accounting operations, partner with leadership, and help drive business performance? This role offers visibility, ownership, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a growing organization.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out for the Controller:

• Key leadership role with broad exposure across finance and business operations
  Opportunity to influence financial strategy and improve business processes
  High visibility with senior leadership and cross-functional teams
  Stable organization with strong long‑term career potential
  Collaborative culture focused on continuous improvement and professional growth
  Competitive compensation, bonus potential, and comprehensive benefits package

Target Compensation for the Controller:

$110,000 – $140,000 + bonus

Key Responsibilities for the Controller:

• Oversee accounting operations, financial reporting, and month‑end close activities
  Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis processes
  Ensure accuracy of financial records and compliance with accounting standards
  Partner with leadership to support strategic decision‑making and business initiatives
  Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and controls

Qualifications for the Controller:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
  Progressive accounting and finance experience with leadership responsibilities
  Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, and accounting principles
  CPA, MBA, or related certification is a plus