Assistant Controller - Chicago
To apply to this hybrid role, please send your resume to John Sadofsky at john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m
You know what’s awesome? Chicago Summer. You know what else is awesome? A high-paying job that respects your work-life balance so you can enjoy your Summer. This role has perks that are unmatched by its competitors. Plus, this position doubles as a fast-track career advancement opportunity as they prefer to promote from within.
We are in search of a meticulous and dedicated Assistant Controller to be part of our team in the financial services industry, based in Chicago, Illinois. The Assistant Controller will play a key role in leading financial reporting, managing accounting reviews, coordinating our close process and modernizing our functional processes and procedures.
Responsibilities:
- Serve as a trusted partner, providing expertise in GAAP and management reporting, to develop solutions that support our Finance and Accounting objectives.
- Perform, review, and manage general ledger entries in alignment with GAAP, company management reporting policies and procedures, and regulatory requirements.
- Manage the monthly and quarterly close process of income statements and balance sheets, account reconciliations & G/L analysis and commentary.
- Oversee finance department operations, including accounts payable, treasury, expense reporting and payroll support.
- Manage corporate consolidation activities across legal entities, including specific shared service books and records support for our Alternatives Private Equity subsidiary.
- Execute on and progress Finance initiatives, such as relevant GL and ERP software/systems upgrades.
- Research and implement technical accounting pronouncements specific to industry and business behaviors.
- Support Controller in managing relationships with external auditors and ensure the successful completion of year-end audits and quarterly reviews.
- Liaise and manage relationships with our outsourced broker / dealer FINOP for our Distributors.
- Assist CFO in the preparation of quarterly financial reports for the Audit & Finance Committee, Board of Directors, and senior management.
- Help establish and maintain the organization's accounting principles, practices, procedures, and initiatives including chart of accounts, department level integrity and GL variance analysis.
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement and operational innovation and regularly interact with business owners and senior level management on accounting matters.
Job Requirements:
- Proficiency in Accounting Software Systems
- Experience with ADP - Financial Services
- Familiarity with ERP - Enterprise Resource Planning
- Knowledge of ERP Solutions
- Proficiency in Great Plains (GPAC)
- Ability to carry out Accounting Functions
- Experience in handling Accounts Payable (AP)
- Experience in managing Accounts Receivable (AR)
- Proficiency in Auditing
- Understanding and experience in Budget Processes
To apply to this hybrid role, please send your resume to John Sadofsky at john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m