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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Sr Manager, Finance Transformation (remote)

  • Rosemont, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Rosemont, IL
  • 6 days ago

Flexible Work Policy: The work for the Sr Manager Finance Transformation position is completely 100% remote anywhere in the United States except Hawaii or United States Territories. This position...

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Senior Finance Manager

  • Chicago, IL
  • 10 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 10 hours ago

Midstream Finance Performance Manager Duration : 6-12 Months Contract (possibility of extension) Location : Chicago IL (Hybrid) Pay : $120/hr on w2 basis without benefits. ******Applicants must...

Executive Director/Corporate Controller

  • Chicago, IL
  • 10 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 10 hours ago

About Us: At Sinai Chicago, we take health care personally. Excellence in health care is about more than just medicine, technology, tests and treatments, it is about really caring for people with...

Financial Performance Manager

  • Chicago, IL
  • 10 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 10 hours ago

The Midstream Performance Manager role will report directly to the Head of Midstream Planning and Performance Management, and work on several commercial finance initiatives in 2025. There are...

Manager, Financial Performance & Analysis - Detroit or Lansing

  • Chicago, IL
  • 10 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 10 hours ago

Manages the planning, organizing and directing of the Enterprise's annual financial plans and policies. Manages and prepares financial analyses for various audiences within the Enterprise....

Corporate Controller

  • Chicago, IL
  • 10 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 10 hours ago

Corporate Controller Reports to: Senior Vice President of Finance WHO WE ARE Recently awarded Travel + Leisure's Top 25 Hotel Brands Worldwide. When launched in 2011, Aparium saw a clear need for...

Data Analytics Manager - Finance

  • Downers Grove, IL
  • 14 hours ago
  • Downers Grove, IL
  • 14 hours ago

Overview Data Analytics Manager, Finance - Hybrid - Information Technology Position Highlights: Full-Time, 40 hours Hours: Monday-Friday; 8 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Location: Dowers Grove, IL Benefits:...

Financial Reporting Manager

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

PACKAGING ENGINEER Job Location: Chicago Company description Ferrero is a family-owned company with a truly progressive and global outlook and iconic brands such as Nutella, Tic Tac, Ferrero...

Manager, Financial Reporting

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

Provide strategic financial insights to senior management to aid in long-term financial planning....

Finance Manager - Treasury

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

management, funds transfer pricing, business opportunity decision-making support, and to identify profit improvement initiatives....

Senior Consultant, Financial Management (ERP Advisory)New

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

Senior Consultant, Financial Management (ERP Advisory) Chicago West Monroe is currently seeking a Senior Consultant to join Financial Management team within our Operations Excellence practice....

Manager, Financial Analysis Hub (EDSF)

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

Job Title Manager, Financial Analysis Hub (EDSF) Job Description Summary Cushman & Wakefields Equity, Debt, and Structured Finance group (C&W EDSF) is a premier capital markets team providing...

Finance Manager

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

Location: Chicago, Illinois Business Unit: Rush Medical Center Hospital: Rush University Medical Center Department: CHS Deans Office-CHS Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0.9 and 1.0) Shift:...

Candidates should have an interest in financial planning, and the desire to work closely with ultra-high net worth individuals....

Industry/Sector Insurance Specialism Data, Analytics & AI Management Level Senior Manager Job Description & Summary A career within Data and Analytics services will provide you with the...

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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
39.5%
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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