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Bradford Jacobs · 13 hours ago

Financial Controller

Chicago, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$170K/yr - $170K/yr

10+ years exp

Bradford Jacobs is supporting a Nasdaq-listed emerging technology company in their search for a Financial Controller. This role will lead global accounting and financial operations, overseeing SEC reporting, compliance, and internal controls to ensure accurate financial reporting that supports strategic growth.

Bookkeeping and PayrollConsultingProfessional Services

Hiring Manager

Scott H.

Responsibilities

Prepare and consolidate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements under U.S. GAAP, IFRS, and local regulations

Manage all SEC filings (10-K, 10-Q, 8-K) and related disclosures

Maintain SOX-compliant internal controls across global entities

Coordinate quarterly reviews and annual audits with external auditors

Ensure compliance with corporate policies and evolving accounting standards

Oversee global accounting functions: GL, fixed assets, cost accounting, AP/AR, and payroll

Lead cost accounting for manufacturing, including standard costing, variance analysis, and inventory valuation

Manage multi-entity, multi-currency consolidations and intercompany eliminations

Support tax compliance and planning with internal and external advisors

Drive process improvements, automation, and ERP enhancements

Partner with the CFO and leadership team on financial strategy, budgeting, and forecasting

Provide financial insights to operational leaders to improve profitability

Build and develop a high-performing global finance team

Collaborate with supply chain, operations, and regional finance teams to ensure consistent accounting practices

Qualification

U.S. GAAPSEC reportingSOX complianceCost accountingMulti-entity consolidationsERP systemsAnalytical skillsCross-cultural collaborationM&A accountingCost allocation knowledgeLeadership skillsOrganizational skillsCross-functional collaboration