Corporate Controller

Stronghouse•Oakbrook Terrace, IL

13d

About The Position

Stronghouse is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Corporate Controller to lead accounting operations, ensure the integrity of financial reporting, and strengthen financial controls throughout the organization. Working closely with the CAO and CFO, the Corporate Controller will lead audit management and lender and board reporting, partnering with organizational leaders to deliver accurate financial information and timely reporting. The role oversees monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes across a multi-location organization, general ledger activity, journal entries, and balance sheet reconciliations. It also manages external financial statement audits and coordination with outside tax consultants; supports financial due diligence, purchase accounting, and post-close integration of acquisitions; and leads accounting systems and process improvements, including administration of FloQast and maintenance of Acumatica for trial balance and financial reporting. The Corporate Controller also develops team capabilities through coaching, training, and ongoing feedback.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
8–10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including financial reporting leadership.
Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, and general ledger accounting.
Knowledge of ERP systems, such as Acumatica, NetSuite, or Dynamics, and internal controls.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Resilience and adaptability in unstructured or evolving environments.
Strong communication skills for interaction with leadership.
Hands-on, roll-up-your-sleeves attitude.
Intermediate or advanced Excel skills.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes across a multi-location structure.
Oversee general ledgers, journal entries, and balance sheet reconciliations.
Ensure compliance with US GAAP and monitor and implement enhanced internal controls.
Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors and manage annual financial statement audits.
Serve as the primary liaison between the company and outside tax consultants.
Assist with financial due diligence, purchase accounting, and post-close integration of acquisitions.
Oversee and administer the FloQast accounting software tool.
Lead Acumatica ERP maintenance for trial balance and financial reporting.
Support automation initiatives and the scaling of accounting policies.
Develop team capabilities through coaching, training, and ongoing feedback.
Drive lender and board reporting in collaboration with the CAO and CFO.