Assistant Controller

Assistant Controller - CPA

Salary: $110,000 - $140,000 per year

Location:

Chicago

Our client is a global air wellness brand dedicated to enhancing health and well-being by creating cleaner, fresher, and healthier indoor environments.

• Growing company
• Strong benefits
• Great culture

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Assistant Controller to support our global finance and accounting operations. This role will be based in Chicago and will play a critical part in ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and compliance across multiple jurisdictions. The Assistant Controller will work closely with and report into the Global Controller and manage two direct reports in Shanghai.

• Support and help lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual close
• Prepare and review consolidated financial statements in accordance with US GAAP
• Ensure timely and accurate balance sheet reconciliations and income statement analysis
• Oversee intercompany accounting, eliminations, and foreign currency transactions
• Own & enhance monthly accrual processing & manage balance sheet reconciliations
• Support enhancements & process improvements including new tools & automation

• Partner with local finance teams to ensure consistent application of accounting policies
• Manage and mentor two direct reports based in Shanghai, providing ongoing coaching and development on AR, AP & Tradespend functions

• Manage tax compliance, including US federal, state, and local tax filings & Canadian GST/PST
• Partner with external tax advisors to manage income tax provisions, returns, sales & use tax; support quarterly and annual income tax provision calculations (ASC 740)
• Assist with tax audits, inquiries, and notices as needed
• Support tax planning initiatives related to global operations, supply chain, and entity structure

• Maintain and enhance internal controls to support accurate financial reporting and tax compliance
• Assist with external financial statement audits and coordinate with auditors
• Support SOX or SOX-like controls, if applicable, including documentation and testing

• Identify opportunities to improve accounting and tax processes, workflows, and efficiencies
• Support ERP systems and financial tools, including accounting, tax, and reporting modules
• Partner with FP&A, Operations, and Supply Chain on inventory & cost accounting

• Provide financial and tax-related insights to support business decisions
• Support monthly departmental reporting
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on new initiatives, product launches, and geographic expansion
• Support ad-hoc projects and analysis as needed

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance
• CPA or equivalent certification strongly preferred
• 6-10 years of progressive accounting experience, including public accounting and/or industry experience
• Strong knowledge of US GAAP and tax fundamentals
• Experience working with global entities and international tax considerations
• Prior people management experience, including managing remote or international teams
• Experience in consumer durable goods, manufacturing, or inventory-driven environments highly preferred
• Experience with indirect taxes (sales tax, VAT, GST) and transfer pricing
• ERP system experience (Net Suite preferred)
• Strong Excel and financial systems skills

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