Senior Director & Controller
Institute of Management Accountants, Inc., Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Senior Director, Controller
A global, service based organization with a strong U.S. market presence is seeking an accomplished Senior Director, Controller to lead its accounting function, oversee a multi entity financial structure, and partner closely with an international CFO. This high visibility role oversees U.S. accounting operations, which represent a significant portion of enterprise revenue.
Why This Role Is Attractive
Elevated role due to organizational restructuring
Direct succession into a key leadership position
Strong internal career advancement potential
History of internal promotions on the finance team
Competitive low premium benefits and employee perks
Organization continues to expand through acquisitions
Position Scope The Senior Director, Controller will lead a team of nine across general accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and operational accounting. The position blends controllership with financial reporting, forecasting support, and executive level collaboration.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and develop the U.S. accounting team
Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
Deliver accurate financial reporting and variance analysis
Lead the annual financial audit and manage external auditor communications
Oversee tax schedules and collaborate with outside tax advisors
Support forecasting, budgeting, and revenue analysis
Manage revenue recognition, cost of sales, commissions, and accruals
Prepare margin reporting and meet regularly with executive leadership
Ensure timely reconciliations, balance sheet accuracy, and compliance
Oversee general ledger system configuration and internal controls
Partner with the CFO on financial projects and ad hoc initiatives
Ideal Candidate Profile
Certified Public Accountant required
Big 4 or top tier public accounting background
10 or more years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership
Strong controllership experience in multi entity environments
Skilled at managing and developing teams, including managers
Proven upward mobility within career
Advanced Excel and strong financial systems capability
Compensation
Base salary approximately $190,000-$220,000
Annual bonus eligibility
Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, 401(k) match, and travel related benefits
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Why This Role Is Attractive
Elevated role due to organizational restructuring
Direct succession into a key leadership position
Strong internal career advancement potential
History of internal promotions on the finance team
Competitive low premium benefits and employee perks
Organization continues to expand through acquisitions
Position Scope The Senior Director, Controller will lead a team of nine across general accounting, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and operational accounting. The position blends controllership with financial reporting, forecasting support, and executive level collaboration.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and develop the U.S. accounting team
Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
Deliver accurate financial reporting and variance analysis
Lead the annual financial audit and manage external auditor communications
Oversee tax schedules and collaborate with outside tax advisors
Support forecasting, budgeting, and revenue analysis
Manage revenue recognition, cost of sales, commissions, and accruals
Prepare margin reporting and meet regularly with executive leadership
Ensure timely reconciliations, balance sheet accuracy, and compliance
Oversee general ledger system configuration and internal controls
Partner with the CFO on financial projects and ad hoc initiatives
Ideal Candidate Profile
Certified Public Accountant required
Big 4 or top tier public accounting background
10 or more years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership
Strong controllership experience in multi entity environments
Skilled at managing and developing teams, including managers
Proven upward mobility within career
Advanced Excel and strong financial systems capability
Compensation
Base salary approximately $190,000-$220,000
Annual bonus eligibility
Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, 401(k) match, and travel related benefits
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