Vice President of Accounting
Hiring Company

The hiring company name is
confidential for this listing.
About the Role
Greater Chicago, IL Area (Hybrid)
The Company is seeking a Vice President of Accounting to lead accounting operations across multiple business entities and partner with executive leadership. Responsibilities include overseeing the general ledger, financial reporting, month-end close, payroll, payables and receivables, compensation administration, and accounting controls. The role also involves managing and developing an accounting team, overseeing performance and KPI reporting, and supporting investment-related reporting activities. The successful candidate will improve processes and reporting, strengthen systems and controls, and balance strategic leadership with hands-on financial oversight. Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance, with a CPA strongly preferred, and at least 10 years of progressive accounting experience. A background in public accounting, ideally at a large firm, is required, along with exposure to financial services, investment management, asset management, or related areas. The role calls for strong leadership and team-development skills, as well as experience with financial reporting, reconciliations, compliance, and process improvement.
Functions:
- Finance
Compensation
USD $175,000-$225,000 (salary) per year
About the Company
Employee-owned financial services organization with investment management and mutual fund operations
Industry
Financial Services
Type
Privately Held