Path to Corporate Controller: Assistant Controller Lead

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC; Vernon Hills (IL); On-site; USD 170,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K

Job summary

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC is assisting a construction client in identifying an Assistant Corporate Controller for a permanent role with a promotion track to Corporate Controller. The position leads daily accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal controls to ensure GAAP compliance and regulatory reporting.

The base salary ranges from $170,000 to $225,000 plus bonus, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance is required.
• CPA preferred; progressive accounting leadership experience.
• Construction/industrial services experience is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Review consolidated financial statements and management reports.
• Assist with ME/QE/YE close processes.
• Establish/maintain internal controls and accounting procedures.
• Ensure GAAP compliance and internal accounting policies.
• Assist with audits, tax preparation, and regulatory reporting.
• Support budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis for leadership.
• Assist with cash flow management and forecasting.
• Oversee Accounting Managers and their teams (GL and AP).
• Mentor staff and lead process improvements.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Internal controls

Leadership/mentoring

Financial reporting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA preferred

Tools

ERP Software

Job description

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC is assisting a construction client in identifying an Assistant Corporate Controller for a permanent role with a promotion track to Corporate Controller. The position leads daily accounting operations, financial reporting, and internal controls to ensure GAAP compliance and regulatory reporting.

The base salary ranges from $170,000 to $225,000 plus bonus, depending on experience.