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Job Information

Robert Half Assistant Controller in Chicago, Illinois

Description

To apply to this role, please send your resume to John Sadofsky at john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m

Let’s get you into a job where you’re not under compensated for your hard work. How about one where the company values your time? A high-end firm that was just rated one of the top places to work in Chicago just created a new Assistant Controller position. Which may seem pretty standard…until you get to the best part: The perks.

1) The pay rates are above what their top competitors pay their employees

2) They have higher bonus structures

3) There’s work from home flexibility and prioritization for employee work/life balance.

4) The position is a fast-track career growth opportunity (as the company is expanding rapidly thru acquisitions)

5) And more…

The Assistant Controller will be responsible for leading financial reporting, manager level accounting reviews, coordination of our close process and modernizing the functions processes and procedures.

Job Description:

• Serve as trusted partner through your understanding of the financial services industry, a client service mindset and your GAAP and management reporting expertise to enable the development of solutions that support Finance and Accounting’s functional objectives.

• Perform, review, and manage general ledger entries in alignment with GAAP and the 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 own the successful completion of year-end audits and quarterly reviews

• Liaison and relationship manager to 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 organizations 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

Requirements

Job Requirements:

• Minimum 8-10 years of accounting experience and track record of career progression

• Mix of public and private industry experience preferred

• CPA and bachelor’s degree in accounting

• Preferred experience within the Investment Management / Financial services industry

• Management experience (small team) with broad coverage across the Accounting and Finance function, including strong knowledge of GAAP, the close process, technical accounting and audits.

• Experience / exposure to industry standard GL or ERP systems a plus (SAP, Sage, Oracle, etc.)

• Proven success with projects that require high proficiency in analytical tools, such as pivot tables and look-ups. Macros, SQL and visualization a plus.

To apply to this role, please send your resume to John Sadofsky at john.sadofsky@roberthalf.c0m

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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