Description We are in search of a meticulous and dedicated Assistant Controller to be part of our team in the financial services industry, based in Chicago, Illinois. The Assistant Controller will play a key role in leading financial reporting, managing accounting reviews, coordinating our close process and modernizing our functional processes and procedures.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as a trusted partner, providing expertise in GAAP and management reporting, to develop solutions that support our Finance and Accounting objectives.

• Perform, review, and manage general ledger entries in alignment with GAAP, company management reporting policies and procedures, and regulatory requirements.

• Manage the monthly and quarterly close process of income statements and balance sheets, account reconciliations & G/L analysis and commentary.

• Oversee finance department operations, including accounts payable, treasury, expense reporting and payroll support.

• Manage corporate consolidation activities across legal entities, including specific shared service books and records support for our Alternatives Private Equity subsidiary.

• Execute on and progress Finance initiatives, such as relevant GL and ERP software/systems upgrades.

• Research and implement technical accounting pronouncements specific to industry and business behaviors.

• Support Controller in managing relationships with external auditors and ensure the successful completion of year-end audits and quarterly reviews.

• Liaise and manage relationships with our outsourced broker / dealer FINOP for our Distributors.

• Assist CFO in the preparation of quarterly financial reports for the Audit & Finance Committee, Board of Directors, and senior management.

• Help establish and maintain the organization's accounting principles, practices, procedures, and initiatives including chart of accounts, department level integrity and GL variance analysis.

• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and operational innovation and regularly interact with business owners and senior level management on accounting matters. Requirements • Proficiency in Accounting Software Systems

• Experience with ADP - Financial Services

• Familiarity with ERP - Enterprise Resource Planning

• Knowledge of ERP Solutions

• Proficiency in Great Plains (GPAC)

• Ability to carry out Accounting Functions

• Experience in handling Accounts Payable (AP)

• Experience in managing Accounts Receivable (AR)

• Proficiency in Auditing

• Understanding and experience in Budget Processes

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