Corporate Controller up to $220K (Oak Brook/Hybrid)

LHH; Oak Brook (IL); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Personal Time Off (PTO) up to 160 hours a year

Paid Sick Leave

401k plan or a non-qualified deferred compensation plan

Job summary

A financial services firm in Oak Brook is seeking a Corporate Controller to oversee financial operations and support strategic initiatives. This role requires strong leadership, financial oversight, and experience in multi-site operations. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in finance and a CPA certification. Benefits include a competitive salary, annual bonus, and comprehensive health plans.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive experience in accounting and financial planning roles.
• Demonstrated success in financial oversight for organizations with up to $300 million in revenue.
• Experience with multi-location financial operations and consolidations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the preparation and consolidation of financial reports.
• Lead the budgeting and forecasting process.
• Manage cash flow, accounts payable, receivables, and related financial activities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Process improvements

Education

CPA or equivalent certification

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Corporate Controller up to $220K (Oak Brook/Hybrid)

Location: Oak Brook, Illinois (Hybrid, some travel required)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Compensation: $180,000–$220,000 base salary, plus up to 25% annual bonus based on performance

Schedule: Standard business hours, Monday–Friday

Reporting Structure: Reports to Executive Leadership, collaborates with global finance contacts

Team: Small, multi-site finance/accounting group

Role Overview

A confidential division within a larger organization is seeking a Corporate Controller to oversee financial operations and support strategic initiatives. This is a hands-on leadership role for a senior finance professional who enjoys both high-level planning and direct involvement in daily processes. The successful candidate will manage a distributed team, drive improvements in financial controls, and provide analysis to support business decisions.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee the preparation and consolidation of financial reports for internal and external stakeholders
• Develop and maintain systems for accurate record-keeping and audit trails
• Lead the budgeting and forecasting process, challenging assumptions to drive optimal outcomes
• Manage cash flow, accounts payable, receivables, and related financial activities
• Coordinate with auditors and ensure timely resolution of findings
• Support integration and financial planning for new business initiatives and acquisitions
• Provide commercial guidance on contracts, risk management, and operational finance matters
• Foster a collaborative, service-oriented culture within the finance team
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and company policies
• Partner with leadership to analyze business performance and support growth strategies
• Oversee payroll, tax, insurance, and other operational finance functions

What You Bring

• CPA or equivalent certification strongly preferred
• 10+ years of progressive experience in accounting and financial planning roles, including team leadership
• Demonstrated success in financial oversight for organizations with up to $300 million in revenue
• Experience with multi-location financial operations and consolidations
• Familiarity with ERP systems is a plus, as well as implementation experience
• Background in product-based environments preferred
• Ability to travel as needed for business purposes
• Strong analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Proven ability to drive process improvements and support organizational change

Benefits

• Personal Time Off (PTO) is offered on an accrual basis up to 160 hours a year and 8 Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave where applicable by State law
• Benefit offerings for full-time employment include medical, dental, vision, term life and AD&D insurance, short-term and long-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, commuter benefits, wellness plans, and a 401k plan or a non-qualified deferred compensation plan
• Annual discretionary bonus based on company and individual performance

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled