Interim Controller / Senior Accountant — Hands-On

Confidential Jobs; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Jobs in Chicago is seeking an Interim Assistant Controller / Senior Accountant to support a growing private equity-backed organization with a national footprint. This hands-on role focuses on day-to-day accounting, balance sheet integrity, and priority-driven close activities.

The successful candidate will manage journal entries, reconciliations, month-end close, and process improvements, working closely with finance leadership. CPA preferred; PE experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive accounting experience.
• Senior Accountant / Accounting Manager / Assistant Controller or equivalent experience.
• Strong general ledger, journal entry, and balance sheet reconciliation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to investigate and clean up complex accounts.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review journal entries and account reconciliations.
• Perform detailed balance sheet reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Support month-end close and general ledger activities.
• Assist with accounting process improvements and special projects.
• Partner with finance leadership to address immediate priorities.
• Operate as a flexible utility player, taking ownership wherever support is needed.

Skills

General Ledger

Journal Entries

Balance Sheet Reconciliation

Independent Worker

Education

CPA Certification

Tools

NetSuite

Sage Intacct

SAP

Microsoft Dynamics 365

Job description

Confidential Jobs in Chicago is seeking an Interim Assistant Controller / Senior Accountant to support a growing private equity-backed organization with a national footprint. This hands-on role focuses on day-to-day accounting, balance sheet integrity, and priority-driven close activities.

The successful candidate will manage journal entries, reconciliations, month-end close, and process improvements, working closely with finance leadership. CPA preferred; PE experience is a plus.