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Controller (5+ yrs exp req; up to $140k)

chicago, IL

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Controller (5+ yrs exp req; up to $140k)

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Our client, in the Event Production industry, is looking for a Controller to join the team in Chicago, IL (Onsite in West Town, 4 blocks from Green & Pink Lines). Reporting to the owners, you will be responsible for executing and overseeing daily accounting initiatives while ensuring best practices and processes are instituted and effectively carried out to maximize profitability.

Ideal candidates will have at least five years of experience acting as a Controller and be comfortable in a fast-paced environment. You must have a hands-on, roll-up-your-sleeves mentality to get the job done. Experience consolidating the accounting of multiple legal entities is required. This role offers the opportunity to manage accounting for around $30 Million and take ownership of the process.

Responsibilities

Lead finance staff of 5+ employees in multiple offices across the US

Maximize return on assets by establishing financial policies/procedures, controls and systems

Guide financial decisions by establishing, monitoring, and enforcing policies and procedures

Protect assets by establishing, monitoring, and enforcing internal controls

Conduct audits and provide information to external auditors

Maximize return and limit risk on cash by managing bank balances and investments

Prepare budgets and consolidate financial data

Prepare and file Month/Year End reporting

Achieve budget objectives through expenditures; analyze variances and initiate corrective action

Provide status of financial condition by collecting, interpreting, and reporting financial data

Prepare special reports and summarize information/trends

Comply with federal, state, and local legal requirements

Complete operational requirements by scheduling and assigning employees

Protect operations by keeping financial information and plans confidential

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required

5+ years as Controller (under $29M revenue) OR 5+ years as Assistant Controller/ Accounting Manager (over $30M revenue) experience required

Experience working with multiple legal entities required

Job details

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Accounting/Auditing

Industry: Events Services

Other notes: Sponsorship not available; Relocation not available; Start Date: ASAP; Typical Hours: Mon-Fri, 9 am – 5 pm CT; Onsite role in Chicago, IL

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Worksite address

chicago, IL, 60290, US

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