Regional Controller (Remote) – Finance Leader

Ace Hardware; Oak Brook (IL); Remote; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentives

401(k) matching

Health coverage

Vacation leave

Company car & phone

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Ace Hardware is seeking a Regional Controller to lead the finance function for remote locations, driving monthly closes, budgeting, and forecasting. You will analyze financial performance and provide strategic insights to improve controls and operational efficiency.

The role requires strong leadership, advanced Excel skills, and experience with financial systems. This position offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance; CPA or MBA is a plus.
• 5–7+ years in accounting/finance, auditing, or consulting.
• Proven leadership abilities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to collaborate with operations and finance leaders.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel; Service Titan and Sage Intacct experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead, guide, and oversee the finance function for specific remote business locations.
• Drive the monthly close process and improve financial controls.
• Manage departmental budgets and forecasts; provide financial analysis for decisions.
• Provide insights to advance key business decisions.
• Collaborate with operations and accounting teams.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Project management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

CPA or MBA a plus

Tools

Excel

Service Titan

Sage Intacct

Job description

Ace Hardware is seeking a Regional Controller to lead the finance function for remote locations, driving monthly closes, budgeting, and forecasting. You will analyze financial performance and provide strategic insights to improve controls and operational efficiency.

The role requires strong leadership, advanced Excel skills, and experience with financial systems. This position offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.