Finance Manager – Controllership Function

J.S. Held LLC

. Lead all local accounting activities, including month-end close, account reconciliations, journal entries, and financial reporting .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeRemote • Chicago • Illinois • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $130,000 - $155,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in accounting practices, including month-end close, financial reporting, and compliance with U.S. GAAP. Proven ability to manage accounts receivable, accounts payable, and billing operations while leading teams in a fast-paced environment.

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U.S. GAAP ComplianceFinancial ReportingAccounts Receivable ManagementCPA/MBA CertificationMicrosoft Dynamics 365 Experience

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Hard Skills

Month-End CloseAccount ReconciliationJournal EntriesBilling OperationsData AnalyticsMathematical ComputationsVendor Relationship ManagementCash ApplicationCollections ManagementContractual Billing Compliance

Soft Skills

Analytical SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsCollaborative AttitudePrioritization SkillsAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

MS ExcelQuickbooksMicrosoft Dynamics 365

Certifications & Qualifications

CPAMBA

Industry Keywords

Insurance ServicesPublic AccountingGlobal Professional ServicesTreasuryKPI Reporting

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead all local accounting activities, including month-end close, account reconciliations, journal entries, and financial reporting
Ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP, company accounting policies, and internal control requirements
Coordinate with corporate accounting teams to support consolidated reporting and audit requests
Maintain accurate books and records and ensure timely completion of monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes
Oversee end-to-end billing operations, including invoice generation, contractual billing compliance, work-in-process management, billing-cycle efficiency, and revenue realization
Manage accounts receivable, collections, and cash application activities, including DSO, aging receivables, collection performance, dispute resolution, and working capital metrics
Lead and supervise accounts payable, including vendor onboarding, invoice processing, payment approvals, cash disbursements, and vendor relationship management
Serve as the primary liaison with corporate FP&A, coordinating KPI and other monthly reporting
Ensure the company remains compliant with tax-related matters
Serve as a liaison to external professional service firms
Manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively
Support one of the company’s newly acquired businesses
Travel as necessary for meaningful team meetings, approximately 5% of time

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
8–10 years of experience in accounting
Able to work in a fast-paced environment with evolving responsibilities and changes to scope of work
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong knowledge of MS Excel
Collaborative attitude with desire to work with a mission-driven team
Quickbooks experience preferred
CPA/MBA
Billing, Treasury, Data Analytics experience highly preferred
At least 2 years in a managerial role
Insurance Services industry experience a plus
Microsoft Dynamics 365 experience
Big 4 or other public accounting experience
Experience working in a global professional services firm (up to 1,000 people)
Must be able to complete mathematical computations 80% of the working day
Must be able to review transactional details 50% of day-to-day duties
Must be able to be on call or work weekends or nights
Minimal travel requirements

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible work environment allowing employees to work remotely, when needed
Flexible Time Off policy
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401k Match
Commuter Benefit