Director, CFO & Controller Services

Ascendo Resources; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO

100% employer-paid healthcare

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Ascendo Resources is seeking Directors for a Chicago-based boutique professional services firm specializing in interim CFO and Controller services. This Full-time salaried + bonus role places you with management teams across industries, integrating controllers and CFOs into client leadership.

The firm offers a hybrid work model, unlimited PTO, 100% employer-paid healthcare, and a reasonable 40–50 hour week, with strong mentorship and exposure to high-impact engagements including M&A and

Qualifications

• 5+ years in public accounting.
• Bachelor’s in Accounting from a respected program.
• Strong foundation in financial reporting, problem-solving, and client service.

Responsibilities

• Fully integrate controllers and CFOs into client management teams.
• Support high-impact engagements in M&A, turnarounds and advisory work.
• Collaborate with senior professionals to mentor and develop client solutions.

Skills

Public accounting

Financial reporting

Client service

Education

Bachelor's in Accounting

Job description

Ascendo Resources is seeking Directors for a Chicago-based boutique professional services firm specializing in interim CFO and Controller services. This Full-time salaried + bonus role places you with management teams across industries, integrating controllers and CFOs into client leadership.

The firm offers a hybrid work model, unlimited PTO, 100% employer-paid healthcare, and a reasonable 40–50 hour week, with strong mentorship and exposure to high-impact engagements including M&A and