Assistant Controller

Overview

Assistant Controller - CPA. This role is based in Chicago and reports to the Global Controller, with two direct reports in Shanghai. The position supports global finance and accounting operations, ensuring accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and compliance across multiple jurisdictions.

Position:
Assistant Controller

Location:

Chicago, IL

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

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• Growing company
• Strong benefits
• Great culture

• Financial Reporting & Close:
  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 and enhance monthly accrual processing and manage balance sheet reconciliations. Support enhancements and process improvements including new tools and automation.
• Global Accounting Operations:
  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.
• Tax & Compliance:
  Manage tax compliance, including US federal, state, and local tax filings and 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. Support tax planning initiatives related to global operations, supply chain, and entity structure.
• Controls, Audit & Governance:
  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.
• Process Improvement & Systems:
  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.
• Business Support:
  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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