A Director of Accounting oversees all financial operations of a company or organization. They manage accounting staff, oversee financial reporting, and develop and implement accounting policies and ensure compliance with tax and accounting regulations.
Corporate Controller at Buckingham Search Corporate Controller at Buckingham Search in Elmhurst, Illinois Posted in 1 day ago.
Type:
full-time
Job Description:
Corporate Controller A large, publicly traded organization is seeking a Corporate Controller to lead financial reporting, consolidation, technical accounting, and controllership activities for a major business segment. This is a highly visible leadership role that partners closely with executive finance leadership to ensure accurate financial reporting, strengthen internal controls, support strategic growth initiatives, and drive process transformation. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in
U.S. GAAP, SEC
reporting, financial consolidations, and technical accounting, along with strong leadership and project management experience in a complex, multi-entity environment. Responsibilities Lead the financial close and consolidation process for a large business segment, ensuring timely and accurate reporting. Oversee consolidated financial statements and management reporting, including income statement, balance sheet, cash flow, and executive commentary. Ensure compliance with
U.S. GAAP, SEC
reporting requirements, and corporate accounting policies. Standardize and improve accounting processes across multiple business units to enhance consistency and efficiency. Support the implementation and optimization of financial consolidation and enterprise performance management systems. Manage and evolve the chart of accounts and related financial reporting structures. Review complex accounting transactions and provide technical accounting guidance to business partners. Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on financial reporting, controllership, and operational excellence. Partner with shared services teams and accounting centers of excellence to improve processes and develop talent. Support mergers and acquisitions activities, including due diligence, quality of earnings analysis, purchase accounting, and post-acquisition integration. Strengthen internal controls over financial reporting and support Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance initiatives. Coordinate with external auditors throughout quarterly and annual audit activities. Lead cross-functional projects and organizational change initiatives while mentoring and developing members of the finance organization. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field; Master's degree is a plus. Active CPA required. 10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including financial reporting, consolidations, and technical accounting within a public company or large, complex organization. Strong knowledge of
U.S. GAAP, SEC
reporting requirements, consolidation accounting, and internal controls. Experience supporting external audits and working with public company reporting requirements. Experience with financial consolidation or Enterprise Performance Management (EPM) systems; familiarity with Tagetik or similar platforms is preferred. Excellent leadership, communication, analytical, and project management skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment while building strong cross-functional relationships. What We Offer Competitive compensation and performance-based incentives Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance 401(k) with company-sponsored retirement benefits Employee stock purchase program Paid time off and company holidays Paid parental leave Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options Professional development and educational assistance Flexible, collaborative work environment with opportunities for career growth
