Corporate Controller

StevenDouglas; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

StevenDouglas leads a premier CPG client seeking a Corporate Controller to direct the accounting function and mentor a high-performing team.

The role is hands-on, with ownership of close processes, consolidated financials, audits, and compliance across multiple entities in a fast-growth environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, incl. 3 years in an Assistant Controller role.
• Strong command of U.S. GAAP with multi-entity consolidations.
• CPA required; Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Own the month-end and year-end close process across all entities.
• Prepare and review consolidated and entity-level GAAP financial statements.
• Manage the general ledger, journal entries, and reconciliations.

Skills

Leadership

GAAP Knowledge

Team Development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

Our client, a leading CPG manufacturer, is looking to add a Corporate Controller to its leadership team. This is a highly visible, hands-on leadership role that offers the opportunity to both drive the accounting function and serve as a mentor and coach to a high-performing team.

Responsibilities

• Own the month-end and year-end close process across all entities, ensuring accuracy and timeliness within a tight PE reporting cadence.
• Prepare and review consolidated and entity-level GAAP financial statements
• Manage the general ledger, journal entries, account reconciliations.
• Maintain accounting compliance and support ongoing acquisition integration accounting
• Coordinate and manage the annual external audit; serve as primary interface with external auditors.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant GAAP standards, tax regulations, and lender reporting requirements.
• Oversee costing, inventory, operational and supply chain finance
• M&A due diligence and integration.

Requirements

• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, with at least 3 years in an Assistant Controller position.
• Strong command of U.S. GAAP; experience with multi-entity consolidations and purchase accounting
• NetSuite experience is required
• Proven ability to manage and develop a team in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
• CPA required
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field