Assistant Controller

CFS

Vernon Hills, IL

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$150,000–$200,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Accounting, Accounts Payable, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Budgeting, Cash Flow, Cash Management, Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Construction, Construction Projects, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Finance, Financial Reporting, Financial Statements, Forecasting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, Process Improvement, Regulatory Reports, Tax Returns, Team Player
LOCATION
Vernon Hills, IL
POSTED
5 days ago
Step into a high-impact leadership role supporting complex, high-visibility construction projects during a major growth phase. This is a chance to elevate your career in a collaborative, people-first environment with strong executive exposure.


Assistant Controller
Salary: $150,000 - $200,000


Why This Opportunity Stands Out:

• Gain exposure to complex, high-visibility construction accounting
• Work closely with executive leadership
• Influence process improvements, system enhancements, and modernization efforts
• Strong emphasis on career progression, mentorship, and professional development
• Opportunity to leverage technology and AI tools to optimize accounting operations
• Hybrid flexibility after ramp-up (1 day remote/week)
• Comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) match, wellness programs, and PTO


Key Responsibilities for the Assistant Controller:
• Oversee day-to-day accounting operations and financial reporting
• Support month-end/year-end close and review financial statements
• Lead AP function and partner on process improvements across teams
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
• Maintain internal controls and ensure GAAP compliance
• Support audits, tax preparation, and regulatory reporting


Qualifications for the Assistant Controller:
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
• 7–12+ years of progressive accounting experience (construction/job costing/WIP preferred)
• Strong knowledge of GAAP; CPA preferred
• Experience with construction ERP systems (CMiC a plus)

$150K-$200K

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About the Company

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CFS

Founded by CPA firms in 1994, Creative Financial Staffing has spent over 30 years helping job seekers and employers succeed. In fall 2025, we rebranded as CFS—a name that reflects our full range of expertise while staying true to the trusted company you know.

CFS is the industry’s leading employee-owned staffing firm, connecting top talent in accounting, finance, technology, and human resources. We provide skilled professionals on both a temporary and permanent basis across diverse industries, leveraging our extensive network to match the right people with the right opportunities.

Our dedication to excellence extends to our award-winning culture, recognized repeatedly for growth, recruiting, workplace environment, and employee support. Honors include Forbes’ “America’s Best Recruiting and Temporary Staffing Firms,” Staffing Industry Analysts’ top U.S. staffing rankings, FlexJobs’ Top 100 Companies for Remote and Hybrid Work, Top Workplaces USA, Newsweek’s Best Practices awards, and more.

COMPANY SIZE
500 to 999 employees
INDUSTRY
Financial Services
FOUNDED
1994
WEBSITE
http://www.cfstaffing.com/