A growing financial services organization in downtown Chicago is seeking an Assistant Controller / Controller (depending on experience) to join its Finance & Accounting team.
The following information aims to provide potential candidates with a better understanding of the requirements for this role.
This is a high-visibility role partnering closely with senior leaders across Finance, FP&A, Risk, and other areas of the business.
The position will play a key role in the firm's accounting and reporting function, with a particular emphasis on sponsor entity accounting / Vertical Risk Retention (VRR) . The Controller will also help lead close and reporting activities, strengthen accounting processes and controls, and support continued growth across a complex, multi-entity organization.
Key Responsibilities
- Help lead monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
- Oversee accounting for sponsor entities / Vertical Risk Retention (VRR)
- Prepare and review journal entries, account reconciliations, and supporting schedules
- Partner with FP&A on variance analysis and financial reporting
- Support accounting and transaction reporting for senior leadership
- Identify opportunities to streamline and automate accounting processes
- Strengthen internal controls, accounting procedures, and data integrity
- Partner cross-functionally with FP&A, Risk, Operations, and other business teams
- Support special projects and strategic initiatives as the organization continues to grow
Ideal Background
- 6–10+ years of progressive accounting experience
- 1+ year of management / supervisory experience
- Financial services industry experience required
- Sponsor entity accounting xhqgsiq / Vertical Risk Retention (VRR) experience preferred
- CPA preferred
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
- Experience working within a complex, multi-entity environment
Compensation & Highlights
- $160K–$230K base + ~15% bonus (may flex for the right candidate)
- Hybrid schedule – 2 days per week in Chicago office
- Strong medical, dental, and vision insurance + unlimited PTO
- Growing organization with strong long-term advancement potential
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This position is listed as full time and hybrid.