Controller

Xerxes Global

Controller overseeing accounting operations for clients at Blue Ops, focusing on financial accuracy and process improvements. Collaborating with client executive leadership to support business growth.

Posted 7/31/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading accounting operations, ensuring financial accuracy, and maintaining internal controls. Proven ability to mentor staff and drive process improvements in high-growth or multi-entity environments.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Big 4 ExperienceCPA CertificationFinancial ReportingInternal ControlsAdvanced Excel Skills

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Hard Skills

Accounting OperationsMonth-End CloseYear-End CloseReconciliationsCash Flow ForecastingBudgetingVariance AnalysisAudit ManagementFinancial Statement PreparationProcess Improvement

Soft Skills

MentoringLeadershipCommunicationAccountabilityContinuous Improvement

Tools & Technologies

ERP Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

CPA

Industry Keywords

Private EquityMulti-Entity EnvironmentsHigh-Growth CompaniesPublic AccountingCorporate Accounting

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and oversee accounting operations for clients, including month-end and year-end close, reconciliations, and internal controls
Ensure accuracy and integrity of the balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow reporting
Maintain and enhance internal controls, accounting policies, and standardized procedures
Oversee cash management activities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, treasury, fixed asset investments, and cash flow forecasting
Manage annual audit activities and coordinate with external auditors, tax advisors, and banking partners, including lender reporting
Drive process improvements that increase efficiency, strengthen financial accuracy and reduce close-cycles
Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis in partnership with finance and operations
Provide financial insights and recommendations to leadership to support business performance
Mentor and develop accounting staff, fostering a culture of accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement
Act as liaison between private equity sponsor and portfolio company leadership

Requirements

What you’ll need

Big 4 or public accounting experience strongly preferred
Corporate accounting leadership also considered
10 - 20 years of progressive accounting experience across public accounting, consulting or industry roles
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA strongly preferred
Hands-on experience overseeing accounting operations and owning financial statements
Strong understanding of internal controls, audits, and financial reporting requirements
Advanced Excel skills and familiarity with modern ERP systems
Experience in private equity, multi-entity environments, or high-growth companies is highly valued

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Retirement plans
Paid time off
Flexible work arrangements
Professional development
Bonuses