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Job Title: Controller
Location: Central Illinois
Compensation: $85,000 – $110,000 annually (commensurate with experience)
Schedule: Full-time | On-site with flexibility
A well-established and growing privately held holding company in Central Illinois is seeking a Controller to lead and elevate its accounting function. This role oversees financial operations across multiple operating entities in the construction and specialty services space.
Benefits & Perks
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off + paid holidays
- Leadership visibility and direct access to ownership
- Opportunity to influence financial strategy and decision-making
- Stable company with strong local reputation
- Autonomy in building and improving accounting processes
- Professional development support (CPA reimbursement, CE credits)
- Long-term growth potential as the organization continues to expand
- Lead all accounting operations including general ledger, financial reporting, and month-end close
- Prepare and review monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements
- Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management
- Coordinate with external CPA firm on tax filings and year-end audits/reviews
- Develop and improve internal controls and accounting processes
- Supervise and mentor accounting staff
- Partner with ownership and operational leadership on financial strategy
- Manage banking relationships and financing activities
- Ensure compliance with GAAP and industry regulations
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance (CPA preferred but not required)
- 5+ years of progressive accounting experience
- Prior experience in construction, job costing, or multi-entity environments strongly preferred
- Strong understanding of GAAP and financial reporting
- Experience with ERP/accounting systems (QuickBooks, Sage, or similar)
This role is ideal for an experienced Senior Accountant or Accounting Manager ready to step into a leadership position — or a current Controller looking for a stable, respected company with room to make a meaningful impact.
If you’re looking for a role where your financial expertise directly shapes business decisions — and where leadership values strong accounting — we’d love to connect.
