VP- Corporate Controller

LHH; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 240,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus potential up to 40%

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

PTO offered on an accrual basis

Job summary

A publicly traded product-based company in Chicago is seeking a VP, Corporate Controller to lead SEC reporting and corporate accounting. This role involves overseeing the field accounting team and collaborating with business units to provide insights. Strong experience in controllership, CPA certification, and excellent communication skills are required. The position offers a hybrid schedule and a competitive compensation package including a base salary of $240-300k with bonus potential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading corporate accounting and SEC reporting.
• Foundation in Big 4 accounting firms is strongly preferred.
• Local Chicago area candidate required.

Responsibilities

• Lead corporate accounting, SEC reporting, and consolidations.
• Oversee field accounting function.
• Collaborate with business units for accounting insights.

Skills

Controllership experience

Strong understanding of business operations

CPA certification

Excellent communication skills

Leadership skills

Job description

Overview

This range is provided by LHH. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

VP, Corporate Controller
Location: Chicago, IL (Hybrid)

LHH is partnering with a publicly traded product-based company to identify a dynamic VP, Corporate Controller. This pivotal role will lead SEC reporting, corporate consolidations, technical accounting, corporate accounting, and oversee the field accounting team, reporting directly to the CFO.

Responsibilities

• Lead corporate accounting, SEC reporting, consolidations and technical accounting issues
• Oversight of field accounting function
• Involvement in M&A integration, systems implementation and process improvement
• Collaborate with business units to provide accounting insights and support

Qualifications

• Proven Controllership experience leading corporate accounting and SEC reporting
• Strong understanding of business operations from an accounting perspective
• CPA certification and a foundation in Big 4 accounting firms are strongly preferred
• Excellent communication and leadership skills
• Local Chicago area candidate

Things to know

• Flexible hybrid schedule with regularly 2 days in the office per week.
• Opportunity to work with a leading company in a dynamic industry.
• Ability to impact change and drive strategic initiatives.

If you are a strategic leader with a passion for corporate accounting and SEC reporting this role might be a good fit.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base compensation 240-300k
• Bonus potential up to 40% based on company and individual performance + discretionary LTI
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage options
• PTO offered on an accrual basis and prorated based on hire date within calendar year

Equal Opportunity

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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Please apply directly here or send your resume to [e-mail] for consideration.

Employment details

• Seniority level: Executive
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance
• Industries: Consumer Services, Manufacturing, and Retail

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