VP of Accounting

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 175,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Creative Financial Staffing, LLC in Chicago seeks a VP of Accounting to lead accounting operations across multiple entities and partner with the CFO on a succession plan to become CFO. The role oversees general ledger, financial reporting, payroll, and compliance, guiding a 6–10 person team and shaping strategic initiatives within a financial services environment.

Candidates with 10+ years in accounting, Big 4 background, CPA preferred, and a strong track record in financial services are

Qualifications

• Lead all accounting operations and financial reporting.
• 10+ years progressive accounting experience.
• Experience with financial services or asset management.

Responsibilities

• Lead all accounting operations as VP of Accounting, including GL, financial reporting, month-end close, payroll, payables, receivables, and compensation administration.
• Direct and develop a team of ~6–10 accounting professionals, including oversight of Controller and key functions.
• Oversee financial reporting, P&L analysis, KPI reporting, reconciliations, and controls across multiple entities.
• Represent accounting and finance in investment-related reporting with boards overseeing mutual funds/ETFs.
• Partner with leadership to improve processes, automate workflows, and enhance reporting.
• Guide evolution of accounting systems and controls ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
• Maintain hands-on leadership balancing strategy with day-to-day financial oversight.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Financial reporting

Strategic thinking

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

CPA preferred

Job description

VP of Accounting

$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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