Controller
Chicago, IL
About Us
We're a growing financial services firm looking for a Controller to lead our accounting function and partner with leadership on strategy. This role offers a genuine path to Chief Financial Officer (CFO) level responsibility—you'll own the financial books, drive profitability, and help shape how we scale.
What You'll Do
- Oversee month-end close, financial statements, and regulatory filings including FOCUS, SSOI, and SIPC reports.
- Verify accounting work and ensure General Ledger (GL) accuracy and GAAP compliance.
- Prepare quarterly board packages and manage the annual broker-dealer audit.
- Build financial models to support pricing, negotiations, and scenario planning.
- Track key performance indicators (KPIs) and surface insights to inform business decisions.
- Identify cost savings, revenue opportunities, and working capital improvements.
- Mentor junior finance staff as the team expands.
- Evaluate and implement financial tools and automation to reduce manual work.
What You'll Need
- 7 to 10 years of experience in finance, accounting, or compliance.
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or equivalent work experience.
- Strong knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
- Proficiency with QuickBooks or similar accounting software.
- Ability to communicate financial data clearly to non-finance leaders.
- Proactive mindset: you identify inefficiencies and take action.
Nice-to-Haves
- Certified Public Accountant (CPA) credential or FINRA licenses such as Series 79, 24, or 27.
- Prior experience in broker-dealer or financial services.
- Experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, Power BI, or Tableau.
- Hands-on background automating financial processes or willingness to learn.
What We Offer
- Clear growth path to Chief Financial Officer (CFO) strategy and executive leadership roles.
- Strategic influence over financial decisions and business direction, not just transaction processing.
- Investment in modern tools and automation; you'll help evaluate and implement fintech and AI solutions.
- Opportunity to develop junior staff and build finance infrastructure for a scaling organization.
- Collaborative work environment with direct access to Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Board leadership.
- Competitive salary: 120,000 to 160,000 dollars per year, commensurate with experience.
Equal Opportunity
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic.
