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Northbound Executive Search lists this Assistant Controller opportunity in la grange, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Assistant Controller
Our client is seeking an Assistant Controller to join their growing finance team. We are ideally seeking someone with corporate accounting and managerial experience that is commutable full-time in office, 5days onsite, to La Grange, Illinois. The compensation is $110K-$125K base + bonus.
Responsibilities
Build and lead a high-performing team by hiring, onboarding, and developing talent;
oversee performance andfoster continuous growth
Develop quarterly operating and cash flow forecasts, and conduct financial analysis as directed by the Controller
Oversee the accounting function, stepping in on day-to-day general ledger entries and sales commission processes as needed
Review and manage balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring bank accounts are reconciled accurately and on time
Collaborate with the accounting team to formalize policies, procedures, and internal controls to mitigate fraud risk
Ensure the integrity of financial reporting, including preparation of consolidated financial statements where applicable
Manage disbursement processes and controls, as well as debt reporting and lender covenant compliance
Mentor and support team members through coaching, training, and professional development initiatives
Coordinate with an external valuation firm to assess the fair value of retained mortgage servicing rights (MSRs)
Analyze and interpret legal agreements (such as MLPAs, AMAs, and forward purchase/sale agreements) to determine proper accounting treatment
Carry out additional responsibilities as assigned
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related discipline
At least 5 years of experience in finance, including general ledger accounting, month-end close, and treasury/disbursement functions
Minimum 2 years of experience in treasury operations, loan funding, corporate banking, or a similar finance area
At least 2 years of leadership experience managing teams
Mortgage industry experience preferred (2+ years)
Familiarity with systems such as Encompass (LOS), NetSuite (general ledger), and document management platforms strongly preferred
Solid knowledge of bank account management, cash flow oversight, and treasury operations
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Worksite address
la grange, IL, 60525, US
Who can apply
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