Controller Process Integration Lead

Insight Global; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a skilled professional to oversee day-to-day controllership functions, focusing on accounts receivable and accounts payable in Chicago, Illinois. The role requires managing and mentoring a small accounting team while providing operational oversight across financial processes.

Qualified candidates should have 8-10+ years of experience in accounting and finance, with a strong background in financial operations and team leadership. Insight Global values diversity and encourages applications from all qualified individuals.

Qualifications

• 8–10+ years of experience in accounting, finance, or controllership roles.
• Strong background in financial operations including AR/AP and month-end close.
• Proven experience leading teams and managing end-to-end accounting functions.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day controllership functions focused on Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable.
• Manage and mentor a small accounting team.
• Provide operational oversight across financial processes.

Skills

Accounting experience

Financial operations

Team leadership

ERP systems knowledge

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Tools

NetSuite

Workday

Job description

Job Description

• Lead day‑to‑day controllership functions, with a primary focus on: Accounts Receivable (AR) and Accounts Payable (AP)
• Month‑end close support and book consolidation
• Provide operational oversight across financial processes including billing, payments, procurement, and record‑to‑report activities
• Manage and mentor a small accounting team (2 accountants), including delegation, coaching, and performance oversight
• Drive issue resolution and ensure timely, accurate execution of all financial activities
• Support end‑to‑end accounting operations in a small business environment, including customer invoicing and subcontractor workflows
• Develop, standardize, and improve financial processes where systems and workflows are currently not integrated
• Partner cross‑functionally to ensure seamless financial operations from sales through invoicing and revenue recognition
• Oversee intercompany accounting processes and help resolve existing inefficiencies
• Support broader integration efforts, including system alignment and process consolidation over time

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to [e-mail]. To learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.

Skills and Requirements

• 8–10+ years of experience in accounting, finance, or controllership roles
• Strong background in financial operations, including AR/AP and month‑end close
• Proven experience leading teams and managing end‑to‑end accounting functions
• Ability to operate independently, problem‑solve, and adapt in an ambiguous environment
• Experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite, Workday, or similar
• Strong understanding of intercompany accounting and integration processes
• Experience leading a team
• Hands‑on, detail‑oriented mindset with a focus on operational excellence