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Controller Opportunity in Chicago

Chicago, Illinois Permanent USD130,000 - USD150,000 per year View Job Description
The Controller will oversee financial operations, focusing on reporting accuracy, cost control, and strategic financial planning for the company's construction projects. As a critical part of the leadership team, this role supports the financial health of the company and ensures that project budgets and forecasts align with organizational goals.
  • High Visibility with Ownership
  • Opportunity to Lead and Develop the Finance Team

About Our Client

This established construction company has built a strong reputation for high-quality services across the Chicago Metropolitan area. With a diverse project portfolio spanning commercial, healthcare, educational, and institutional sectors, they serve top clients in the region, driven by core values of quality, integrity, and client satisfaction.

Job Description

  • Financial Management & Reporting: Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, ensuring compliance with standards and delivering insights to leadership.
  • Project Financial Oversight: Collaborate with project managers to track budgets, analyze variances, and control costs throughout various project phases.
  • Cash Flow & Liquidity Management: Oversee cash flow, ensuring liquidity for operational needs, and manage accounts payable and receivable.
  • Strategic Financial Planning: Work closely with senior leadership on long-term financial planning, evaluating new business opportunities, and providing insights for financial strategies.
  • Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure adherence to relevant regulations, establish internal controls, and oversee audit processes.
  • Leadership: Guide and develop the finance team, fostering a collaborative and solution-oriented culture.

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

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA highly preferred, with a Master's or MBA as a plus.
  • 7+ years in accounting and finance, with 1+ years in leadership roles. Experience in construction accounting and general contracting is strongly preferred.
  • Expertise in construction financials, job costing, and project management software (e.g., Procore, Viewpoint, or Buildertrend), along with advanced Excel skills.



What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary
  • Performance-based incentives
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Opportunity to work in a collaborative environment focused on growth and long-term success.
Contact
Seth Tindell
Quote job ref
JN-122024-6611722

Job summary

Sector
Accounting
Sub Sector
Financial Controller
Industry
Property
Location
Chicago
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Seth Tindell
Job Reference
JN-122024-6611722