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Assistant Controller - Accounting Operations

Chicago💼 Full-time💰 $130,000–$130,000🗓 2026-08-27 → 2026-09-26

Core

Lead global accounts payable operations, drive process standardization and automation, and manage operating expense accruals for a diversified trading firm.

Role type

Senior IC accounting operations leader (Assistant Controller)

Builds

Global accounts payable processes and operating expense controls

Domain

Financial services / Trading

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work

Required skills

Global accounts payable management, operating expense accrual analysis, ERP system implementation, vendor relationship management, process standardization, team supervision, financial reporting accuracy

Preferred skills

CPA certification, prior supervisory experience, AP manager or assistant controller background, SAP/Oracle/NetSuite expertise

Technologies

SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, AP automation tools

Responsibilities

Oversee global accounts payable activities including invoice processing, vendor payments, and reconciliations; Implement global process standardization and automation initiatives; Analyze operating expense trends and variances; Supervise and mentor regional AP teams; Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to resolve issues and improve processes; Lead ERP/AP system improvements and upgrades; Document AP and expense policies to ensure compliance

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership

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