Business Unit (BU) Controller

abra • Wheaton, IL

2h

About The Position

abra is seeking a Business Unit (BU) Controller to join our Finance team. We are looking for a high-potential finance professional with a strong foundation in public accounting and experience leading complex audit engagements for large, public companies. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to take the next step into a business-oriented finance role with broad ownership, strategic exposure, and long-term growth potential. The ideal candidate combines strong accounting and analytical capabilities with ownership, curiosity, and the ability to build trusted partnerships across the organization.

Requirements

• CPA certification- mandatory.
• 3–6 years of experience in a Big 4 accounting firm, as a Senior Associate or early Manager.
• Significant experience auditing large public companies, preferably global technology or multinational organizations.
• Strong analytical and business-oriented mindset, with the ability to understand business drivers beyond accounting.
• Advanced Excel and excellent English communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Experience auditing multinational public companies listed on NASDAQ or other major exchanges.
• Exposure to US GAAP and IFRS.

Responsibilities

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance analysis for the business unit.
• Build financial models and business analyses to support strategic decisions.
• Partner with business managers to provide financial insights and recommendations.
• Own core controllership activities, including month-end close, reporting, and controls.
• Support the company’s U.S. financial activities and gradually take ownership of this area.

What This Job Offers

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