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Description We are offering a long term contract employment opportunity for a Controller in the financial industry, located in Chicago, Illinois. As a Controller, you will have the important role of overseeing all financial activities, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of our financial information, and leading an internal audit of our Accounting team. You will also be tasked with driving positive change within our organization.

Responsibilities:

• Drive the internal audit process and assess talent, defining future state accounting org and processes, and executing a plan to move the organization toward the future state.

• Oversee tax planning and compliance activities, which include the preparation and filing of tax returns.

• Coordinate and manage external audits, ensuring timely completion and resolution of audit findings.

• Implement and maintain effective internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

• Prepare and review accurate monthly financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.

• Lead and mentor the Accounting team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.

• Maintain existing processes while evaluating gaps and finding improvements.

• Utilize your expertise in Accounting functions, Auditing, Budget Processes, and Oracle for the month-end close and business process improvement.

• Produce high-quality Financial Reporting, ensuring adherence to Internal Control and Income Tax Compliance regulations, and US GAAP standards. Requirements • Minimum of 10 years of experience in a similar role

• Proficiency in Accounting Functions

• Demonstrated experience in Auditing

• Expertise in Budget Processes

• Proficiency in using Oracle software

• Experience in Month End Close tasks

• Proven ability in Business Process Improvement

• Expertise in Financial Reporting

• Strong understanding of Internal Control procedures

• Proven experience in Income Tax Compliance

• Solid knowledge of US GAAP standards

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