Strategic Corporate Controller - Hybrid, Itasca

DLA Architects, Ltd.; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonus

Health insurance

401(k) plan

PTO & holidays

Professional development

Job summary

DLA Architects, Ltd. in Itasca, IL seeks a Corporate Controller to lead all accounting and financial functions. The role partners with leadership to turn data into insights, support strategic decisions, and drive growth. Hybrid work with in-office three days weekly is expected.

The ideal candidate brings strong GAAP expertise, financial leadership, and a hands-on, collaborative management style. A background in architecture or professional services is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration.
• 8–10 years of accounting and financial management experience.
• 3–5 years of supervisory or leadership experience.
• Strong understanding of GAAP, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, internal controls, and cash management.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Direct all accounting and financial operations with accuracy and integrity.
• Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements.
• Maintain the general ledger and oversee all financial reporting.
• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, and cash management.
• Develop and monitor annual budgets and financial forecasts.
• Coordinate annual audits and tax preparation with external CPA firms.
• Maintain strong internal controls and ensure compliance with accounting standards.
• Monitor cash flow and working capital.
• Analyze financial performance and prepare clear reports for executive leadership.
• Develop and maintain KPIs and financial dashboards.
• Support banking relationships, financing activities, and insurance programs.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial performance and operational efficiency.
• Analyze labor utilization, multipliers, overhead rates, and revenue forecasts.
• Partner with project managers to improve project financial results.
• Maintain and improve project accounting systems and reporting.
• Lead and mentor the accounting team.
• Foster a culture of accountability, accuracy, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with executive leadership and department managers.
• Recommend and implement process improvements.

Skills

GAAP knowledge

Financial reporting

Budgeting & forecasting

Cash management

Advanced Excel

Analytical skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Business Admin

Tools

Deltek Vantagepoint

Job description

DLA Architects, Ltd. in Itasca, IL seeks a Corporate Controller to lead all accounting and financial functions. The role partners with leadership to turn data into insights, support strategic decisions, and drive growth. Hybrid work with in-office three days weekly is expected.

The ideal candidate brings strong GAAP expertise, financial leadership, and a hands-on, collaborative management style. A background in architecture or professional services is preferred.