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Controller

  • ... Posted on: Jul 17, 2025
  • ... Brilliant Financial Search - IL
  • ... Northbrook, Illinois
  • ... Salary: Not Available
  • ... Full-time

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Job Title :

Controller

Job Type :

Full-time

Job Location :

Northbrook Illinois United States

Remote :

No

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Job Description

Job Description

Controller | Hybrid | $125k - $140k + Bonus

We are seeking a hands-on and strategic Controller to lead all aspects of accounting and financial operations. This role plays a critical part in supporting the business owner through accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and process improvement initiatives. 
 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead all daily accounting functions, including accounts receivable/payable, payroll, job costing, general ledger, and full month-end and year-end close processes.

  • Manage cash flow planning, oversee daily liquidity needs, and maintain strong relationships with banking partners.

  • Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of two accounting and finance professionals, promoting growth and accountability.

  • Prepare and deliver timely financial statements, internal reporting packages, and operational KPIs for leadership review.

  • Provide financial analysis and insights to support project profitability, cost tracking, and operational decision-making.

  • Serve as the primary liaison for external partners, including CPAs, tax advisors, and financial institutions.

  • Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal tax filings and financial reporting requirements.

  • Design and enforce internal controls to protect assets and maintain financial integrity.

  • Drive continuous improvement by identifying automation opportunities and optimizing accounting systems (including ERP tools).

  • Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis activities to guide business strategy.


Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline; CPA preferred but not required.

  • Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience, ideally in a Controller, Accounting Manager, or Senior Accountant role.

  • Strong grasp of GAAP, cash management principles, and internal control best practices.

  • Proficiency in QuickBooks and advanced Excel skills required.

  • Detail-oriented and hands-on, with the ability to manage both day-to-day transactions and higher-level financial strategy.

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work closely with field and operations teams.

Company Description
Brilliant is an award-winning direct-hire, contract and consulting practice specializing in accounting, finance and technology for the Midwest and Southeast regions of the U.S. Many of Brilliant’s team members include former accounting, finance and technology professionals who are experts in the fields.

Company Description

Brilliant is an award-winning direct-hire, contract and consulting practice specializing in accounting, finance and technology for the Midwest and Southeast regions of the U.S. Many of Brilliant’s team members include former accounting, finance and technology professionals who are experts in the fields.

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Posted:

Jul 17, 2025

Employment:

Full-time

Salary:

Not Available

Snaprecruit ID:

SD-zip-24adf230d871ae3395d9f312c02ad1b8e690efedc83f61756a1124533d29fa94

City:

Northbrook

Job Origin:

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Job Description

Job Description

Controller | Hybrid | $125k - $140k + Bonus

We are seeking a hands-on and strategic Controller to lead all aspects of accounting and financial operations. This role plays a critical part in supporting the business owner through accurate financial reporting, strong internal controls, and process improvement initiatives. 
 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead all daily accounting functions, including accounts receivable/payable, payroll, job costing, general ledger, and full month-end and year-end close processes.

  • Manage cash flow planning, oversee daily liquidity needs, and maintain strong relationships with banking partners.

  • Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of two accounting and finance professionals, promoting growth and accountability.

  • Prepare and deliver timely financial statements, internal reporting packages, and operational KPIs for leadership review.

  • Provide financial analysis and insights to support project profitability, cost tracking, and operational decision-making.

  • Serve as the primary liaison for external partners, including CPAs, tax advisors, and financial institutions.

  • Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal tax filings and financial reporting requirements.

  • Design and enforce internal controls to protect assets and maintain financial integrity.

  • Drive continuous improvement by identifying automation opportunities and optimizing accounting systems (including ERP tools).

  • Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis activities to guide business strategy.


Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline; CPA preferred but not required.

  • Minimum of 5 years of progressive accounting experience, ideally in a Controller, Accounting Manager, or Senior Accountant role.

  • Strong grasp of GAAP, cash management principles, and internal control best practices.

  • Proficiency in QuickBooks and advanced Excel skills required.

  • Detail-oriented and hands-on, with the ability to manage both day-to-day transactions and higher-level financial strategy.

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work closely with field and operations teams.

Company Description
Brilliant is an award-winning direct-hire, contract and consulting practice specializing in accounting, finance and technology for the Midwest and Southeast regions of the U.S. Many of Brilliant’s team members include former accounting, finance and technology professionals who are experts in the fields.

Company Description

Brilliant is an award-winning direct-hire, contract and consulting practice specializing in accounting, finance and technology for the Midwest and Southeast regions of the U.S. Many of Brilliant’s team members include former accounting, finance and technology professionals who are experts in the fields.

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