VP of Accounting

CFS; Chicago (IL); In loco; USD 175.000 - 225.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

CFS in Chicago, IL is seeking a VP of Accounting to lead all accounting operations and report to the CFO. This is a planned succession track to the CFO role, with high visibility and broad influence across multiple entities.

You will manage 6–10 accountants, oversee general ledger, close, financial reporting, payroll, and incentives, and partner with executive leadership on process improvements and boards’ investment reporting. A Big 4 background is preferred.

Mansioni

• Lead all accounting operations across multiple business entities, including general ledger, financial reporting, month-end close, payroll, accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Manage and develop a team of approximately 6–10 accounting professionals, including direct oversight of the Controller and key accounting functions.
• Oversee financial reporting, P&L analysis, KPI reporting, reconciliations, and internal controls.
• Serve as primary accounting/finance liaison for investment-related reporting and board communications for funds.
• Partner with executive leadership to improve processes, automate workflows, and strengthen reporting capabilities.
• Guide evolution of accounting systems and controls to ensure accuracy, compliance, and efficiency.
• Balance strategic leadership with day-to-day financial oversight as a hands-on leader.

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA

Descrizione del lavoro

$175,000-$225,000 base salary + bonus

This is a rare opportunity for a VP of Accounting to join a highly respected financial services organization, work alongside an accomplished CFO during a planned transition, and ultimately step into the CFO position while leading accounting operations across multiple business entities.

Why This VP Of Accounting Opportunity Stands Out

• Clear succession path from VP of Accounting to CFO
• High-visibility VP of Accounting role overseeing accounting, finance operations, payroll, compensation, and reporting across multiple affiliated businesses.
• Opportunity for a public accounting leader, ideally from a Big 4 environment, to make a meaningful move into industry while maintaining exposure to complex financial services operations.
• Lead and develop an established accounting team while partnering directly with executive leadership and ownership.
• Strong work-life balance within a stable, growth-oriented organization.
• Significant exposure to investment management, mutual funds, ETFs, board reporting, and executive decision-making.

Key Responsibilities For The VP Of Accounting

• Lead all accounting operations as the VP of Accounting, including general ledger, financial reporting, month-end close, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and compensation administration.
• Manage and develop a team of approximately 6-10 accounting professionals, including direct oversight of the Controller and key accounting functions.
• Oversee financial reporting, P&L analysis, KPI reporting, commission calculations, reconciliations, and accounting controls across multiple business entities.
• Serve as the primary accounting and finance representative for investment-related reporting activities, including interaction with boards overseeing mutual funds and ETF products.
• Partner with executive leadership to improve processes, automate manual workflows, strengthen reporting capabilities, and support strategic business initiatives.
• Guide the continued evolution of accounting systems and controls while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency.
• Act as a hands-on VP of Accounting, balancing strategic leadership with day-to-day financial oversight.

Qualifications For The VP Of Accounting

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience with a foundation in Big 4 or large public accounting environments.
• Exposure to financial services, investment management, asset management, mutual funds, or related financial services clients.

Target Compensation: $175,000-$225,000 base salary + bonus

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