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Creative Financial Staffing
Controller
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A Controller directs and oversees the treasury of a government, private corporation or non-profit organization, and may oversee the investment of funds. Supervises the quality of accounting and financial reporting within an organization, and directs preparation of reports that show the financial position of an organization.
$152,686 / year median in Illinois
+6% projected growth
Job Description
a { text-decoration: none; color: #464feb; } tr th, tr td { border: 1px solid #e6e6e6; } tr th { background-color: #f5f5f5; } Controller Our client is seeking a hands-on Controller to oversee the accounting and financial operations of one of its premier properties in Long Grove. This is a highly visible role responsible for the full property accounting cycle, financial reporting, and budgeting processes. The ideal candidate will bring strong property or hospitality accounting experience and enjoy owning the financials for a location while partnering closely with operational leadership. Why This Role? Join a nationally recognized leader in golf and hospitality management High-visibility role with direct exposure to regional finance leadership Opportunity to take ownership of the property's financial operations Broad scope across accounting, reporting, and budgeting Collaborative environment with strong operational partnership Critical role with immediate impact on the business Key Responsibilities for the Controller Property Accounting & Financial Management Manage the full-cycle accounting process for the property Oversee month-end and year-end close activities Prepare monthly financial statements and supporting schedules Reconcile general ledger accounts and maintain financial accuracy Ensure compliance with company policies and accounting standards Budgeting & Analysis Assist with the annual budgeting and forecasting process Monitor financial performance and analyze variances Provide financial insights and recommendations to operational leadership Support strategic planning and business decision-making Financial Operations Oversee daily accounting activities and financial controls Maintain accurate records and support audit requests Partner with property leadership to improve financial performance Support special projects and ad hoc financial analysis as needed Qualifications for the