Controller Oak Brook, IL

Controller up to $160K + 20% Bonus (Oak Brook, IL)

This range is provided by LHH. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

A confidential organization is seeking a hands-on and strategic finance leader to oversee all aspects of accounting and financial operations. This role is ideal for a professional who enjoys both high-level strategy and direct involvement in daily accounting activities. The successful candidate will be responsible for financial reporting, compliance, team leadership, and supporting business operations.

Location: Western Suburb of Chicago, IL (On-site)
Employment Type: Full-Time

• Lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
• Prepare and analyze financial statements in accordance with applicable standards
• Oversee journal entries, account reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance
• Maintain and improve internal controls and compliance
• Collaborate with operational teams to align financial reporting with business activities
• Manage accounting for service contracts and inventory
• Supervise and mentor a small finance/accounting team
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
• Coordinate with external auditors and corporate finance contacts
• Support business management systems and purchasing processes
• Oversee invoicing and account management for customers

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field; CPA or equivalent preferred
• 8+ years of progressive accounting and finance experience, including team leadership
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards and compliance
• Experience with inventory management
• Background in project-based or service-oriented environments preferred
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Hands-on approach to team development and process improvement
• Familiarity with business management software is a plus

• Personal Time Off (PTO) is offered on an accrual basis up to 184 hours a year, 13 Paid Holidays, and up to 6 weeks of Paid Parental Leave.
• Paid Sick Leave where applicable by State law
• Benefit offerings for full-time employment include medical, dental, vision, term life and AD&D insurance, short-term and long-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, commuter benefits, wellness plans, and a 401k plan or a non-qualified deferred compensation plan
• Annual bonus based on company and individual performance

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements.