Senior Assistant Controller | Profit Sharing & 401k

Bornquist Inc.; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 94,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Profit sharing

401k program

Disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Bornquist Inc. in Northbrook, IL, seeks an Assistant Controller to support the Controller in overseeing accounting operations and financial reporting, with autonomy to drive improvements.

You will manage daily accounting, close processes, consolidate statements, assist audits and tax reporting, and collaborate across departments to strengthen controls. Requirements: BA in Accounting/Finance, 5+ years progressive accounting experience, CPA preferred, and ERP experience (Epicor Prophet 21 or Tour

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• 5+ years progressive accounting experience, including full-cycle accounting and financial reporting.
• CPA certification preferred (or actively pursuing).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams).
• Experience with ERP systems: Epicor Prophet 21 and Tour de Force; WebPresented CRM a plus.

Responsibilities

• Leads and manages all day-to-day accounting functions including accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, cash management, and banking activities.
• Drives monthly, quarterly, and year-end close processes with accuracy and deadlines.
• Prepares and consolidates financial statements and supporting schedules.
• Reviews and ensures accuracy of reconciliations, journal entries, and outputs.
• Implements and enforces accounting policies and internal controls.
• Builds budgets, forecasts, and financial models for planning.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Close process leadership

Budgeting

Forecasting

Variance analysis

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Professionalism

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA certification preferred

Tools

Epicor Prophet 21

Tour de Force

WebPresented CRM

Job description

Bornquist Inc. in Northbrook, IL, seeks an Assistant Controller to support the Controller in overseeing accounting operations and financial reporting, with autonomy to drive improvements.

You will manage daily accounting, close processes, consolidate statements, assist audits and tax reporting, and collaborate across departments to strengthen controls. Requirements: BA in Accounting/Finance, 5+ years progressive accounting experience, CPA preferred, and ERP experience (Epicor Prophet 21 or Tour