Top 4 Chief accounting officer Jobs in Chicago Il

Director of Accounting
ASC Engineered Solutions —Oak Brook, IL
- $190,000 - $230,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Office
- Analysis skills
- Bachelor's degree
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VP Accounting Operations & Close
Medline Industries —Northfield, IL
- $234,000 - $351,000 a year
- Full-time
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- CPA
- 11+ years
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
Director of Accounting
Aeris Communications Inc. —Chicago, IL
- $155,000 - $190,000 a year
- Full-time
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- 5 years
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- Dental insurance
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Director of Accounting - Not-For-Profit
Continuserve —Chicago, IL
- Full-time
- CPA
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- 8 years
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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Director of Accounting

ASC Engineered Solutions -
Oak Brook, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
$190,000 - $230,000 a year

Qualifications

General ledger reconciliation
Financial close processing
Corporate accounting
Consolidated financial statement preparation
Team development
Bachelor's degree
GAAP
Financial regulatory audit coordination
Managing accounting teams
Closing the books
Bachelor's degree in accounting
Cross-functional collaboration
Cross-functional communication
Audit support

Full Job Description

Description

ASC Engineered Solutions is seeking a Director of Accounting who will direct and oversee the organization's corporate accounting function, which includes general accounting, consolidation, rebate accounting, external reporting areas and establish and implement strategies, reconciling accounts, reporting financial results and implementing process improvements.

How You Will Help

Lead and oversee all corporate accounting functions, including general ledger, general accounting, technical accounting, company consolidation and rebate accounting.
Manage and continuously improve the monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes to ensure accurate, timely financial reporting.
Own the consolidation process, including elimination entries, foreign currency translation, and integration of international entities.
Direct the preparation of external financial statements and footnotes in compliance with U.S. GAAP.
Establish, implement, and maintain accounting policies, ensuring alignment with GAAP and evolving regulatory requirements. Monitor emerging accounting standards, assess business impact, and lead adoption and implementation.
Oversee technical accounting research and documentation, including development of white papers on complex or unusual transactions.
Ensure strong internal controls and compliance; work with external auditors to support efficient audit processes.
Serve as the primary liaison with external auditors and manage the annual audit process.
Partner cross-functionally to analyze financial results, identify key drivers, and provide insight to executive leadership.
Support M&A activities, including post-close integration and purchase accounting in collaboration with valuation teams.
Direct and implement accounting policy development and communication.
Drive process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability of accounting operations.
Act as a strategic advisor to senior leadership on accounting matters, financial risks, and policy implications.
Build, develop, and lead a high-performing accounting organization, including managing managers, succession planning, and talent development.
Lead or contribute to ad hoc projects, including business analysis and evaluation of significant transactions.
The duties listed above are representative of the position and are not exhaustive. Additional duties may be assigned as necessary.

What You Will Bring

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
Minimum of 10 years of progressive accounting experience, including leadership responsibility.
Proven experience managing and developing teams, including leading through subordinate managers.
Strong knowledge of U.S. GAAP and financial reporting requirements.
Demonstrated experience with financial close processes, consolidation of international results, general ledger management, and corporate accounting operations.
Experience working with external auditors and leading audit engagements.
Ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and drive initiatives across the organization.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in a private equity–owned or high-growth environment.
Background in manufacturing, distribution, or similarly complex operational environments.
Experience with financial consolidations, including multinational entities and foreign currency.
Prior involvement in mergers and acquisitions, including post-close integration and purchase accounting.
Demonstrated success in driving process improvements and implementing scalable accounting practices.
Experience with technical accounting research and preparing formal documentation (e.g., white
papers).
Proven ability to lead organizational change and influence without direct authority.
Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.

Compensation

The base salary range for this position is $190,000.00 - $230,000.00 USD annually*.

The salary range for this position reflects a reasonable estimate of the range of compensation for this role. ASC Engineered Solutions’ philosophy on compensation is based on careful consideration of additional factors such as (but not limited to) an individual’s education, training, work experience, job-related skill set, location, and industry knowledge, as well as the scope and responsibilities of the position and market considerations.

About ASC Engineered Solutions

Following the 2019 merger of Anvil International and Smith-Cooper International, the unified company relaunched in March 2021 as ASC Engineered Solutions. Under a single name and logo, ASC Engineered Solutions continues our focus on improving the customer experience every day and striving to deliver service excellence.

The evolved ASC Engineered Solutions brand reinforces a focus on what matters most to customers: quality. As a solutions provider, this quality is reflected in our precision-engineered products, support and knowledge. Our organization is a dependable strategic partner focused on its customers’ success.

*ASC Engineered Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.*

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