ACARA Jobs
Financial Controller (Professional Services/Consulting)
Apply- ID: 553749
- Posted: 9/11/2025
- Location: Chicago, IL
- Category: Pro - Accounting/Finance
- Job Type: Direct Placement
- Duration: Direct Placeme
Description
The Financial Controller for the U.S. will report to the Partner responsible for back-office functions and will interact with the U.S. Leadership team as well as the Management Committee Member responsible for the U.S. He or she will be responsible for overseeing the Finance function in the U.S for three legal entities (Consulting, LLC (SAP), Products)., which includes but not limited to:
- Financial Closings (Monthly, Quarterly, Yearly)
- Financial Reporting
- Financial Forecasting
- Annual creation of a budget / financial plan
- Updates of the budget / financial plan
- Managing Cashflow
- Semi-monthly payroll
- Working with U.S. leaders on updating project forecasts, closing projects, and collections
- Overseeing the work of a dedicated Tax resource
- Working with controllers from other countries on intercompany activities
- Supporting the setup and ongoing business of any new company ventures
The preferred candidate is someone who has experience in this type of role and is able to communicate with various levels of leadership. Attention to detail is a must as well as knowledge of best practices for financial closings and reporting and a basic knowledge of tax requirements and financial regulations.
The ideal candidate will have the opportunity to play a key role in our growth as we gain momentum in the region.
Salary is negotiable with a range of $135,000 - $190,000 with an annual bonus up to 10% of base salary. Benefits include Healthcare (medical, dental, vision); life and disability insurance (company paid); wellbeing plans; 401(k) plan with company match; nine paid company holidays; 20 days of paid vacation; paid sick time; and training and development opportunities.
The ideal candidate lives or is willing to relocate to Chicago. Position is a hybrid role with a preference for 3-4 days a week in the office, and remote 1-2 days a week.
Job Requirements
Required Skills / Qualifications:
Bachelor Degree
Minimum 10 years experience in finance & accounting management
Minimum 5 years experience within consulting or advisory firm
Preferred Skills / Qualifications:
MBA, CPA
Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.
Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.