Strategic Controller for Scale-Up & Acquisitions

CFS; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

CFS is seeking a Controller to build scalable accounting infrastructure for a growing portfolio of operating companies. This role focuses on establishing reporting, consolidation, and governance as the platform expands through acquisitions.

You will lead accounting teams, implement policies, and drive system decisions while partnering with executives on integration projects. This largely remote position offers growth in a dynamic, multi-entity environment.

Qualifications

• Progressive accounting leadership experience at Controller or Assistant Controller level.
• Experience leading accounting teams and financial close processes.
• Strong knowledge of consolidations and intercompany accounting.
• Experience in multi-entity organizations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee accounting and financial reporting across multiple operating companies.
• Lead monthly and quarterly consolidation processes.
• Develop accounting policies, controls, and reporting procedures.
• Partner with leadership on acquisition integration activities.
• Manage intercompany accounting and reconciliation processes.
• Support treasury activities and corporate accounting functions.
• Evaluate accounting systems and drive future system decisions.
• Ensure compliance, accuracy, and consistency across accounting teams.
• Help build the accounting organization as the platform grows.

Skills

Accounting leadership

Financial close

Consolidations

Intercompany accounting

Process creation

Financial analysis

Multi-entity experience

Job description

CFS is seeking a Controller to build scalable accounting infrastructure for a growing portfolio of operating companies. This role focuses on establishing reporting, consolidation, and governance as the platform expands through acquisitions.

You will lead accounting teams, implement policies, and drive system decisions while partnering with executives on integration projects. This largely remote position offers growth in a dynamic, multi-entity environment.