Finance Controller Jobs in Illinois

A Finance Controller plays a crucial role in the finance industry by managing all financial aspects of the company. They are responsible for producing periodic financial reports, maintaining an adequate system of accounting records, and implementing comprehensive set of controls and budgets designed to mitigate risk, enhance the accuracy of the company's reported financial results, and ensure that reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles or international financial reporting standards. They also play an important part in formulating financial strategies, managing budgeting processes, and advising on investment activities.

Important skills for a Finance Controller include strong analytical, strategic planning, and management abilities, and excellent knowledge of data analysis and forecasting methods. They must also possess a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) certification. Prior to taking on the role of a Finance Controller, a professional may have held positions such as a Senior Accountant, Financial Analyst, or an Assistant Controller.

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Treasury Manager

  • Libertyville, IL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Libertyville, IL
  • 30+ days ago

Treasury Manager Corporate Headquarters 12575 Uline Drive, Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158 Help shape Ulines financial future! As a Treasury Manager, youll manage a skilled team of analysts and own key...

Finance Manager

  • Woodstock, IL
  • 29 days ago
  • Woodstock, IL
  • 29 days ago

Establish budgets, operating goals, forecasts, and variance analysis. Conduct financial analysis for major capital spending (IRR, NPV, payback)....

Finance Manager

  • Schiller Park, IL
  • 6 hours ago
  • Schiller Park, IL
  • 6 hours ago

We're looking for motivated, engaged people to help make everyone's journeys better. Position is responsible for supervising accounting staff and/or processes ensuring all cost control methods and...

Financial Controller (Remote)

  • Chicago, IL
  • 22 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 22 hours ago

Job Summary Key Responsibilities: + Leads the financial planning & analysis function at the account, including the development of sound annual budgets linked to operational assumptions, forecasts, and...

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Tracy Family Foundation- Finance Manager

  • Mount Sterling, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Mount Sterling, IL
  • 1 day ago

Perform regular reviews of budget v. actual with variance analysis, monthly cash flow forecasts, and depreciation schedules....

Treasury and Finance Manager

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago

Manage annual cash flow budget process, quarterly forecasts, and budget to actual variance analysis....

Finance Supervisor

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago

Description: U.S. Finance is comprised of financial professionals who lead all aspects of all financial activity, including accounting, economics policy, business insights and analytics, and...

Financial Management Analyst New

  • North Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • North Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago

D FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT ANALYST Department of Defense View Employer's Profile FOLLOW EMPLOYER Yesterday Secret Unspecified Unspecified Finance Great Lakes, IL (ON-SITE/OFFICE) Duties You will...

Treasury Management Specialist Senior- CRE (Chicago, IL)

  • La Salle, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • La Salle, IL
  • 2 days ago

Exempt Status: (Yes = not eligible for overtime pay) (No = eligible for overtime pay) Yes Workplace Type: Office Our Approach to Office Workplace Type Certain positions outside our branch network...

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Senior Finance Manager, Sales Finance

  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago

As a key member of the sales finance organization, you will be responsible for leading financial planning, analysis, and decision support for our sales teams focused on these two key customers....

Finance Manager, Category Finance

  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago

Here at Kraft Heinz, we grow our people to grow our business, because we believe that great people make great companies. When you join our table, you can expect access to an array of holistic...

Position Overview At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We...

Senior Manager, Finance

  • Deerfield, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Deerfield, IL
  • 2 days ago

Company Description Fortune Brands Innovations, Inc. is an industry-leading innovation company focused on creating smarter, safer and more beautiful homes and improving lives. Our driving purpose...

Manager, Finance (Hybrid)

  • Rockford, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Rockford, IL
  • 2 days ago

Date Posted: 2025-06-27 Country: United States of America Location: A01: Rockford - Aerospace 4747 Harrison Avenue, Rockford, IL, 61125 USA Position Role Type: Hybrid U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or...

Manager Financial Planning & Analysis- Operating Expense Management

  • Springfield, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 2 days ago

About Lumen** Lumen connects the world. We are igniting business growth by connecting people, data and applications quickly, securely, and effortlessly. Together, we are building a culture and...

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Salary for Finance Controller Jobs in Illinois

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Highest Education Level

Finance Controllers in Illinois offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.0%
Master's Degree
39.6%
High School or GED
3.2%
Associate's Degree
3.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.6%
Doctorate Degree
2.1%
Some College
0.4%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Finance Controllers in Illinois
10+ years
24.0%
6-8 years
24.0%
4-6 years
20.0%
8-10 years
16.0%
2-4 years
12.0%
1-2 years
4.0%


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