Controller

Job Description
Are you a Controller or accounting professional who wants to play an impactful role in a growing organization with strong financial backing? Do you enjoy both the "roll up your sleeves" and the oversight aspects of a Controller role? Does a hybrid role, based in Chicago, fit perfectly with your life? If so, learn more about how you can be a part of our client's incredible current and future plans! Read on about Innovative Lab Services (ILS) and this pivotal role!

Highlights

• Join a company with a strong foundation, growth ambitions, and long-term financial backing!
• Work with leadership that is committed not only to business growth but also to your role in the future of the business.
• Hybrid position located in Chicago
• Work with a leading provider of laboratory services and solutions. Learn more about ILS at https://www.innlabserv.com/

How You Will Contribute

• Manage and oversee daily operations within the finance and accounting department, including AP/AR and general ledger.
• Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting, including monthly, quarterly and annual financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP.
• Lead annual budgeting processes and provide financial forecasts that support strategic initiatives, with variance analysis to monitor financial health.
• Develop and implement strong internal controls to protect company assets and ensure compliance with financial regulations.
• Provide strategic oversight to the leadership team, supporting business growth and operational efficiency.
• Coordinate with external auditors and tax professionals for timely and accurate completion of audits, tax filings and other compliance-related matters.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness within the finance department.
• Recruit, mentor and retain a high-performing finance and accounting team as the business grows, fostering a collaborative and accountable team and workplace culture.

Experience and Skills
About YOU!

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or business administration required.
• CPA designation and prior public accounting experience preferred.
• 5+ years of related work experience, preferably with experience in accounting, reporting and compliance. Willing to be a part of a scaling company; experience with private-equity backed businesses and mergers and acquisitions is beneficial.
• Knowledge of U.S. GAAP and other accounting concepts plus experience in their application.
• Committed to our core values include excellence, ownership. self-motivation, communication and continuous improvement!

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