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Controller for a fast-growth Marketing Agency

Chicago, Illinois Permanent USD125,000 - USD145,000 per year View Job Description
As a Controller, your main focus will be ensuring the accuracy and compliance of financial reporting and statements, with responsibilities spanning daily reconciliations, weekly and monthly reporting, and annual audits. This role involves managing the entire accounting function, including revenue reporting, payroll, budget updates, and regulatory compliance.
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  • Joining a fast-growing, high-energy industry that will allow career growth
  • Potential to build a larger team underneath yourself

About Our Client

The organization is a fast-paced, team-oriented Marketing Agency that is looking to continue its growth going into the New Year. The team has 4 people on it currently, but they are looking to add more people once the controller gets more comfortable within the organization as they are forecasting a large amount of growth over the next two years.

Job Description

  • Maintain and ensure compliance in financial reporting and statement preparation.
  • Perform daily payment posting, bank reconciliations, and revenue reporting.
  • Oversee weekly accounts receivable and payable processes, payroll, cost control, and credit card transactions.
  • Manage the monthly close process, budget updates, forecasting, and regulatory compliance.
  • Coordinate annual audits and tax preparations with the CFO, as well as ad hoc external reporting.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

  • CPA certification is desired, but not required.
  • Bachelor's degree in accounting or business administration.
  • 10+ years of progressively responsible accounting experience.
  • Proficiency in GAAP, ASC 606 revenue recognition, and cash flow management.
  • Familiarity with Quickbooks and Datarails, strong financial presentation skills, and a detail-oriented mindset.



What's on Offer

The candidate will enjoy a competitive salary, 401(k) plan, comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as paid vacation time. The company offers a collaborative and supportive work environment with a balance of professionalism and team camaraderie.

Contact
Seth Tindell
Quote job ref
JN-112024-6582725

Job summary

Sector
Accounting
Sub Sector
Financial Controller
Industry
Media & Agency
Location
Chicago
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Seth Tindell
Job Reference
JN-112024-6582725