• Controller

    Robert Half Finance & Accounting (Chicago, IL)


    Description

    The salary range for this position is $240,000-$280,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]

     

    The two biggest things on people’s minds right now: ‘Busy season is just around the corner’ and ‘Where can I find a fresh start?’. NOTE: This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is expected to be promoted quickly.

    Job Description:

    • Monitor, maintain and improve accounting control procedures

    • Supervise the work of the accounting team

    • Manage the completion of the month-end close process for numerous US and international entities

    • Maintain complete and accurate accounting records including General Ledger, Income Statement, and Balance Sheet reporting

    • Prepare and file monthly, quarterly and annual reports for banks, regulators and other third parties

    • Participate in budgeting process

    • Coordinate regulatory and financial audits and tax returns filings with outside CPA firms

    Requirements

    Qualities that make great candidates:

    • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or similar

    • 8+ years of professional accounting experience

    • Experience leading the finance team of a trading company or public accounting experience in the financial services (regulated trading entities) industry

    • CPA is preferred

    • Excellent communication and analytical skills

    • Proficient in MS Office software, specifically intermediate to advanced Excel skills

    • Ability to multitask and prioritize to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

    • Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to preparing accurate work

    • Series 27/FINOP license is a plus

     

    To apply to this role, please send your resume to John Sadofsky at [email protected]

     

    Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

     

    Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.

     

    All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

     

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