Insurtech

Corporate Controller

Oakbrook Terrace, ILOnsiteFull TimePosted 11 days ago

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Required skills

Corporate Controller
accounting operations
financial reporting
financial controls
audit management
lender reporting
board reporting
financial accuracy
timely reporting
monthly close

Nice to have

M&A
add-on acquisition

Role summary

Stronghouse is seeking an experienced Corporate Controller to lead accounting operations, ensure financial reporting integrity, and strengthen financial controls. This role involves managing close processes, overseeing general ledgers, ensuring US GAAP compliance, and enhancing internal controls. The Controller will also manage external audits, liaise with tax consultants, support M&A financial activities, administer accounting software (Floqast), maintain Acumatica ERP for financial reporting, and support automation initiatives. The position requires 8-10+ years of progressive accounting experience, strong GAAP knowledge, ERP systems experience, and leadership capabilities. A hands-on approach and strong analytical and communication skills are essential.

About Stronghouse

Strong on the Inside & Out. We know nothing's more valuable than what takes place on the inside of a home, the family moments that strengthen bonds. The lived experiences that shape communities. We believe our customers’ attention should be on nurturing and enjoying their interests and their families, not on roofs, siding, or windows. Our job is to make sure that it never changes. Stronghouse is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Corporate Controller to lead all accounting operations, ensure the integrity of financial reporting, and strengthen financial controls throughout the organization. Working closely with the CAO and CFO, this individual will drive audit management and lender / board reporting. This role will partner closely with leaders to deliver financial accuracy and timely reporting.

Role Description and Expectations

Financial Close & Consolidations
Manage monthly, quarterly, and annual close processes across multi-location structure Oversee general ledgers, journal entries, and balance sheet reconciliations Ensure compliance with US GAAP and monitor / implement enhanced internal controls.
Audit & Tax Management
Serve as the primary point of contact for external auditors, managing annual financial statement audits Serve as the primary liaison between the company and outside tax consultants.
M&A & Integration Support
Assist with financial due diligence, purchase accounting, and the post-close integration of add-on any acquisition Systems & Process Improvement Oversee and administer accounting software tool Floqast Lead Acumatica (ERP) maintenance for Trial Balance and Financial Reporting Support automation initiatives and scaling accounting policies.
Team Leadership
Develop team capabilities through coaching, training, and ongoing feedback

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or related field, master’s preferred
8-10+ years of progressive accounting experience, including financial reporting leadership
Strong knowledge of GAAP, financial reporting, general ledger accounting, ERP Systems (e.g., Acumatica, NetSuite, Dynamics, etc.) and internal controls
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
High resilience, adaptability in unstructured/evolving environments, strong communication skills for leadership interaction, and a hands-on "roll-up-your- sleeves" attitude
Intermediate / Advanced Excel skills

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