Family Office Client Accounting Leader (Hybrid)

Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP in Chicago seeks an experienced Controller to lead client accounting operations, prepare periodic financial reports, maintain controls, and ensure GAAP compliance. You will act as a business advisor, delivering analysis and insights from market trends and the firm’s capabilities.

The role oversees monthly, quarterly and annual reports, drives process improvements, mentors staff, and coordinates workflows across offices and audit/tax functions to deliver

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• CPA and/or MBA preferred.
• Public Accounting experience 5+ years of progressively responsible accounting functions.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the accounting operations of client companies, including preparation of periodic financial reports and maintenance of controls.
• Enhance accuracy and relevancy of reported financial results and ensure compliance with GAAP.
• Act as a business advisor by providing analysis and insights based on business trends and Firm capabilities.

Skills

Public Accounting experience

GAAP knowledge

Accounting principles

Education

Bachelor’s degree

CPA or MBA

Tools

MS Office

QuickBooks Online

Sage Intacct

Job description

Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP in Chicago seeks an experienced Controller to lead client accounting operations, prepare periodic financial reports, maintain controls, and ensure GAAP compliance. You will act as a business advisor, delivering analysis and insights from market trends and the firm’s capabilities.

The role oversees monthly, quarterly and annual reports, drives process improvements, mentors staff, and coordinates workflows across offices and audit/tax functions to deliver