Assistant Controller

CFS

Chicago, IL

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$120,000–$160,000
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounting Close, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Automation, Budgeting, Construction, Construction Support, Cost Accounting, Cost Control, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Electrical Utility, Financial Analysis, Financial Management, Financial Operations, Financial Statements, Fixed Assets, Forecasting, General Ledger Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Leadership, Mentoring, Multitasking, Operational Audit, Performance Analysis, Process Development, Process Improvement, Profit & Loss, Reporting Dashboards, Revenue Recognition
LOCATION
Chicago, IL
POSTED
5 days ago

Assistant Controller
Chicago, IL (Hybrid, 3 Days In-Office)
Salary: $120-160k plus bonus

Why Work Here?

  • Growing engineering and utility services firm that recently doubled in size.

  • Hybrid work environment with flexibility.

  • Full project ownership and visibility to leadership.

  • Strong benefits: 3 weeks PTO, 4% 401(k) match, 9 holidays, wellness program, and multiple insurance options.

About the Company:
Our client, a leader in the engineering and utility services industry, provides civil, environmental, structural, electrical, subsurface utility, and construction support services nationwide.

The Assistant Controller will oversee accounting operations, including general ledger, job cost, AP/AR, payroll, and fixed assets. This role is critical in maintaining accurate reporting, internal controls, and financial oversight for multiple projects.

Assistant Controller Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead month-end close, quarterly, and annual GAAP-compliant financial statements.

  • Manage the job cost accounting team for accurate project setup, cost tracking, and revenue recognition.

  • Partner with operations to analyze job performance and drive profitability improvements.

  • Implement dashboards, ERP optimizations, and automation to streamline processes.

  • Mentor and develop accounting staff while fostering accountability and collaboration.

  • Oversee audits, SOX compliance, and risk control documentation.

  • Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.

This Assistant Controller role is ideal for a hands-on accounting leader ready to take ownership of finance operations. If you are a detail-oriented professional looking to grow, apply today to become our client's new Assistant Controller and make an immediate impact!


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MaxSalary: USD160000
MinSalary: USD120000

About the Company

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CFS

Founded by CPA firms in 1994, Creative Financial Staffing has spent over 30 years helping job seekers and employers succeed. In fall 2025, we rebranded as CFS—a name that reflects our full range of expertise while staying true to the trusted company you know.

CFS is the industry’s leading employee-owned staffing firm, connecting top talent in accounting, finance, technology, and human resources. We provide skilled professionals on both a temporary and permanent basis across diverse industries, leveraging our extensive network to match the right people with the right opportunities.

Our dedication to excellence extends to our award-winning culture, recognized repeatedly for growth, recruiting, workplace environment, and employee support. Honors include Forbes’ “America’s Best Recruiting and Temporary Staffing Firms,” Staffing Industry Analysts’ top U.S. staffing rankings, FlexJobs’ Top 100 Companies for Remote and Hybrid Work, Top Workplaces USA, Newsweek’s Best Practices awards, and more.

COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Financial Services
FOUNDED
1994
WEBSITE
http://www.cfstaffing.com/