Assistant Controller

Ahead • Libertyville, IL

10d

About The Position

The Assistant Controller is responsible for accounting, financial reporting, and treasury management at AHEAD’s Foundry facility. The role leads month-end closing activities and supports analysis of Foundry profitability, monthly forecasts, and annual budgets. It also maintains appropriate controls over inventory and other on-site assets, leads the annual audit process, and manages the Foundry treasury function while participating in weekly cash forecasting. The Assistant Controller reviews the adequacy of the accounts receivable allowance and recommends accounts for write-off to the VP of Accounting. Other duties and special projects may be assigned to support departmental and company goals.

AHEAD builds platforms for digital business, combining cloud infrastructure, automation and analytics, and software delivery. The company describes a culture of belonging and is an equal opportunity employer. Compensation is $90,000–$100,000 in on-target earnings, including base salary and any applicable target bonus; the range may vary based on relevant experience, qualifications, and geographic location.

Requirements

• At least 5 years in an accounting role.
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and implement process improvements.
• Demonstrated ability to interface with management levels across functions.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end closing activities, including review of journal entries, variance analysis, balance sheet reconciliations, audit schedules, and distribution of Foundry financial statements.
• Partner with the Director of Financial Reporting and other leaders to ensure the accuracy of Foundry revenue, cost of sales, and inventory balances.
• Support analysis of Foundry profitability, monthly forecasting, and annual budgets.
• Maintain appropriate controls for inventory and other assets at the Foundry facility.
• Lead the annual audit process and direct staff accordingly.
• Manage the treasury function at Foundry and participate in the weekly cash forecasting process.
• Review the adequacy of the accounts receivable allowance and recommend accounts for write-off to the VP of Accounting.
• Perform special projects and other assigned duties to help the department and company achieve their goals and objectives.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid company holidays
• Paid time off
• Paid parental and caregiver leave
• Cross-department training and development
• Company-sponsored certifications and credentials for continued learning

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed